Seemed ok in the beginning - Graphic Designer CX Lavender Employee Review

1.0
5 Sept 2021
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

The office space WOW! a fantastic view of Sydney, lots of recreational time, and meetings; they love their meetings. Some friendly people, great cafes and pubs in the area. And if your after inspirational quotes, the CEO will provide you with his inspiring thoughts and philosophy. If you enjoy a double Negroni's or a dirty Martini, then this place is for you; not only does management believe it's ok to be hammered during work hours, but it is considered acceptable. Hang with these guys, and not only will you be a VIP @ their local bar, but at all the great bars around the area. Seriously this is a fun place.

Cons

Unfortunately, as enjoyable as the hour's get-togethers and homemade style Tuesday in-house lunches are. I need to be genuine and use this space to reach out to young and aspiring designers. This place is all about appearances, false promises, and personal financial gain. There are no mentors, no proper inductions, zero guidance. The communication between BMs, directors, creatives is minimal. The relationship between Business managers and creatives is an unfortunate love-hate relationship, as much as to say as a bullying nature. There is no Human Resources department to confide in. This place has so much potential, but management has indeed destroyed that possibility. Authoritarian, disregarding and empty promises. The lack of basic leadership skills, drive, or commitment is very present. It seems like everyone is a boss in some way or another micromanaging the smallest of details. The way the first and second Lockdown was conducted was questionable. Imposing facial masks whilst in the office and accusing colleagues of "Taking the Mickey" whilst working from home was expressed by the CEO. Even to say bringing a staff member to tears. They have a handful of clients, and if Shutterstock images are what you consider designing, you'll enjoy the unlimited credit. But let us be honest, you won't be producing work you can be proud of or even call your own. I haven't used any of CX lavanders work on my showreel.

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CX Lavender Response
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Thank you for your feedback. You're right, we must continue to nurture and develop our graduates. My best, Will

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Pros

- Extremely smart and switched on team. Encouraging all levels and roles to think strategically, putting the customer at the heart of everything. - Lovely people to work with. No d*ckhead policy, so none of the egos you can find in other agencies. - Work across a range of end-to-end campaigns, from large strategies, to conceptual creative, to smaller tactical customer comms. With plenty of variety (albeit mostly for the 1 major Client) to keep you interested. - Focus on rewarding and promoting within, so smart hard-working people are recognised and do well here.

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- Majority of the agency works for 1 big Client (Financial Institution)

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Pros

I've been here for 8 months and honestly thought that places like this were a thing of the past. There is a rich, truly collaborative culture that pushes for great work and really cares for its people. They nurture all career levels and want to provide people with opportunities to challenge themselves and our clients.

Cons

I've over the honeymoon phase and still haven't found any.

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