Horrible, HORRIBLE Place to Work - Graphic Designer AlphaGraphics Employee Review

1.0
Mar 18, 2014
Recommend
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Pros

A paycheck, if that's what you want to call it.

Cons

Working at Alphagraphics, in the Marietta, GA area, was one of the worst experiences I've ever had, working in the print industry of the Atlanta, GA area. The management encourages gossip and tolerates employees screaming (literally screaming) at one another. The mood of the place was awful and oppressive. Management offered a substandard benefits package and a laughably low hourly wage. The place had a revolving staff because Management fired employees constantly, often for reasons that were vague or completely illogical. Employees were promised a 401k, which was immediately retracted. In the nearly 20 years I have been employed as a print professional, working at Alphagraphics in Marietta, Georgia, was one of the worst experiences I've ever endured. It was two rotten years of stress, negativity and the paycheck of the working poor.

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Cons

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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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