Yes men, yes women, no thanks! Idiocracy at its finest. - Anonymous employee AlphaGraphics Employee Review

1.0
Jun 3, 2013
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Free lunch on your birthday?

Cons

AlphaGraphics in the Cultural District is a franchise run by fear and intimidation. Simply having an opinion that differs from that of management will get you fired. Many promises are made upon hire that are outright lies. This is because management is astoundingly unprofessional, uneducated, inexperienced and LAZY. If you hate being micro-managed, this is NOT the place for you. Ownership is smug, elitist and completely out to lunch. In my time there, at least 9 employees were fired or quit. Most run screaming and the ones that just want to work hard and try to fit in end up taking any new blame that can be passed their way to cover up for (the many) management blunders. Why do most run screaming? No benefits and (hourly) pay is laughable, but it all adds up as long as you work 60 hours a week, right guys?

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Pros

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Cons

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3.0
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Pros

Working as a Graphic Designer at AlphaGraphics was a positive experience overall. One of the biggest advantages was having direct access to the CEO and leadership team, which made communication straightforward and allowed ideas and solutions to move quickly. The environment is fast paced and driven by real production demands, giving designers exposure to a wide variety of projects and practical problem solving. While the pace is steady, deadlines were generally reasonable and achievable. As with most print shops, occasional last minute emergencies happen, but they are considered part of the industry rather than the exception. Overall, AlphaGraphics is a good fit for designers who enjoy a hands on environment, working closely with production, and being involved in both creative and operational aspects of the business.

Cons

The main challenge is the level of multitasking required. If you prefer focusing on a single project at a time, you may find the environment demanding. Some situations require the entire team to come together to solve production or operational issues, which means stepping away from the computer and assisting in other areas of the business for a few hours when needed. Flexibility and a team first mindset are important to succeed in this role.

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