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Powell Communications Reviews

4.0

75% would recommend to a friend

(17 total reviews)

74% positive business outlook

Powell Communications has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 17 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Powell Communications employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Media and communication industry (3.7 stars).

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17 reviews
1.0
14 Jul 2020

Below average across the board

Anonymous employee
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Pros

Best for entry-level since you’re thrown into work and have client-facing tasks. You're able to learn a lot in terms of account management. The vacation policy is good if you’re senior. For entry level it’s pretty basic but not the worst. They offer basic healthcare, pay into your HSA account and transit budget (believe they paused this amidst COVID). No 401k. The office is nicely decorated, however, the company is WFH for the foreseeable future.

Cons

The company has changed significantly as a result of COVID. There has always been a lot of disorganization with upper management and often they don't communicate enough. Their response to COVID was strange. They abruptly laid off employees after insisting there wouldn't be any, and offered bare minimum support (just one month of COBRA), leaving many confused and disrespected. They often insist that you manage up which is fine, but they really insist too much. The clients they were bringing on this year were also very different from the past. Less creative/advertising and more tech. A lot of client turnover. They don’t often promote from within or give raises. Their salary rate runs on the lower end, especially considering the amount of responsibility they put on middle/lower level employees. They insist it's "industry standard" but they're actually about $10k-$15k below industry standard. Just do your research before you accept a position/salary here. They don't have a proper employee review set up internally which makes it difficult for employees to have an opportunity to ask for raises/promotions.

2.0
16 Dec 2019
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Pros

Tight-knit team ; Chance to get loads of experience / get your hands dirty ; Nice office space

Cons

Incredibly long hours ; At times a very hostile work environment ; Experienced symptoms of PTSD (as diagnosed by a medical professional) after working here

5.0
17 Sept 2019

Powell — A Truly Special Place

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Pros

Powell is a place that will leave you a better thinker, writer and communicator. The management serve as incredible mentors and are genuinely invested in your growth. The focus on culture here is unlike any other - alongside work, you’ll have a ton of fun and will have balance in your life that is rare in today’s world. If you’re looking for a job that challenges you while giving you the support system you need to succeed, this it it. Powell is a place that will change you for the better.

Cons

There are truly none that come to mind. It’s a place you won’t regret joining.

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