Ehh - Preschool Photographer Lifetouch Employee Review

3.0
Aug 11, 2015
Recommend
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Pros

Getting nice pics of the kids. Hourly rate isn't horrible. Paid for travel time. Different type of job. Twice-a-year district meetings are a fun 2-5 days getaways, everything paid for.

Cons

Work is seasonal, lots of time off with no pay during summer and winter months. Lots of wear and tear on vehicle. Lots of equipment to carry around. Lots of paperwork. Constantly on edge receiving emails and etc. High turnover rate.

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Cons

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Pros

Strong since of community at local level, and support from Directors and regional managers however all that support is no longer employed.

Cons

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