Could anyone give an honest opinion about Area23? Got an interview there and wanted to understand culture and work progress

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

I worked there for a while. It’s pretty intense and not really a “fun” culture but they do great work.

like

What’s your rate

like

So, I’m approaching this as a creative, not an account lead. But I fundamentally enjoyed it, but it also proved to be difficult at times due to some personal struggles.

The people are great, the work is generally fun (especially if you have the chance to do pro-bono work or see a What If to completion), the process is better than most agencies. I was generally not involved in the award-winning stuff, but I still found enjoyment in trying to push creative to a higher level on the more workaday accounts. There was a definite culture (parties and happy hours), and I think it’s only gotten better in recent years.

It also led me to develop some severe anxiety and depression due to overwork (and that’s my fault for not setting better boundaries), and I wasn’t the easiest person to work with as a result. My supervisor at the time wasn’t very accommodating to my light requests for flexibility (one day of remote work a week wasn’t okayed), so that was kind of a downer. Luckily, I can’t imagine that being a problem nowadays. 😉

For what it’s worth, I loved the account execs and leads I worked with; I personally never experienced account/creative strife when I worked there, and that was refreshing. There was definite career growth opportunities in the account department, too, at least from what I saw.

Ultimately, it was a good place, and I’d LOVE to work with the people again, but it wasn’t the right agency for me at the time. I’d work there again if I had the chance.

like

Freelance 1 you realize you’re making a fortune on your 14 hour days and can easily restrict your own hours or seek another gig that’s more suitable, right?

like

I’m on the account team. I think we’re facing the same shortage of staffing that every agency is facing, and that leads to each of having to carry more weight than normal for the time being. The account Dept has a really cool culture. We get together a lot for Dept meetings, and hear from renee and the other leaders. So I feel like I know what’s happening in the agency.
As we say at area 23 there is no account services, only account management, and we’re expected to manage the clients business, not service them. I’ve learned a lot in my 4 years here. It’s definitely a higher echelon than the other agencies I’ve been at. Better process. Much more organized. Better resources. Also a very financially healthy agency. Hit me up in DM if you have any specific questions.

SCW I’m not sure how to answer that question the way it is stated. The agency isn’t driven by either Dept, but we all know that at the end of the day we are here to deliver a product, not a service.

smarthelpful

I’ve been here for almost 2 years and overall it’s been very positive. People are smart and generally fun to work with. Some accounts are more challenging, but that’s anywhere. The agency is doing well and they seem to be choosy about new clients, which is refreshing after coming from places that were desperate to get more business

I’ve heard BI is a nightmare

likesmart

I was honestly thinking about applying for a job here but I didn’t and now I’m kind of glad.

Related Posts

like
like

What's the current hiring situation at Google Silicon?
Are they becoming conservative compared to how they were a month or two ago in the compensation?

Anyone who joined recently/ got an offer recently, please comment.

I have gone through the interview process recently and waiting for HR to get back.

Thanks!

like

Got verbal offer from Deloitte week and a half ago. Still waiting on written offer - how long does this take and should I reach out to recruiter/be worried?

like

Hi fishes, I got a offer from Hcl for associate position can you guide me further how much can I get in hand and whether offer structure is OK..

Post Photo
like

Hi Fishes,
Need your help. I have applied for Band 30 (Team Leader Operations) multiple times since last year. I haven't received even a single phone call yet.
If they prefer refferal I have tired that too
What can I do to join Amex ??
YOE: 10 years

like

How do you get into media buying without experience? Actively looking for a junior media buying position. I've had several final interviews but no luck yet-super competitive!

like

I have a weird question

I have given interviews in
JPMorgan Chase for developer role and got the offer which is gud but interviews were not as tough as one might have expected from a reputed firm like jpmc.

Had 1 tech,1 tech-Manager round , Hire view test which was quite easy and an hr round.
Am a little worried about the standard of project and the team. I have offer from CIB Payments team. Checked with hiring manager and he said d role is for developer. Just worried abt quality of work

like

Just had an on-site yesterday with 6 interviewers over 4 hours - absolutely brutal.YOE:4 , exiting into a tech startup

Felt like I nailed 3/6 interviews including the one with the hiring manager, did alright for 2/6 and struggled with 1. Obviously self gauging interview performance is never accurate but assuming this is correct - do I still have a chance at an offer?

likesmart

Hi Fishes, Posting on behalf of a friend. He is struck with on deciding which company to join between Brillio & EY India. Brillio - 15LPA EY - 16LPA + 0-20% variable Any inputs on WLB, work culture in either company will be very much thankful Since variable is mentioned as 0-20 at EY would it be constant or vary each month?EY Brillio
Thanks

like

What is the equivalent to Tech Advantage at McKinsey and Bain?

Looking for advice! I’ve been in the banking for approximately 10 years in risk/Compliance. I left my role several months ago and I’m having trouble landing a job in the banking sector. Hiring managers say the interviews went great but then crickets. I am feeling that this is no longer for me. Would a career coach help me pivot to another career. I keep falling back to what I know and it’s no longer working. Thanks!

like

How is CBA Bangalore in terms of Work Culture and Work Life Balance ? Is company expecting to work from office?

like

Can someone tell me what would be my in hand of base salary as 17.75 Lakhs offered by Amazon.
Also if it's worth joining as BIE as level 4 after 4 years of experience.

like

Product designers: What are your thoughts on whiteboard exercises? What makes a good whiteboard challenge interview, or makes one painful?

I am currently on the observer-side of the whiteboard challenge, and am thinking about making a guide to help future leadership at my startup be a good observer/stakeholder when giving this interview.

like
like

Been asked to present my current client’s plan and PCA in second interview for a role. Am I being over cautious by not feeling comfortable with this?

like

I have HR scheduled for Northern Trust Organization for Sr. Associate role tomorrow. CCTC -18. 50 LPA YOE-6 Tech Stack - Reactjs. What CTC I should ask in HR round? How much NTC will give?

like

How is sony india software for 15yrs exp abap developers and how is the pay, hikes..

Wondering if EY year end numbers are out?
Current $ / New $ / Rating / Location / Practice

likefunny

More Posts

Hello fishes need 11 likes to enable DM feature. Thanks

like

Can you suggest a solid step-by-step learning guide for content writing?

like

Someone find a pic and description for this bowl.

like

Hi guys , just wanted advice from you guys , I am a 9 years SAP functional consultant , since I have completed only my engineering 9 years back , I want to pursue distance mba from NMIMS in operations. How do you suggest the carrer path or any benefits of this ? Appreciate your feedback

like

Can someone please DM me the first year and second year EM base pay at McKinsey? Trying to help a friend negotiate but i also heard McKinsey does not negotiate base pay. Trying to see if we can use seniority.

like

Hello Fishes,
I recently got offer from
Deloitte India. Its giving designation is consultant however career level AM. What does it mean
Yoe 5.6 years
Tech stack Mulesoft
Deloitte

Can Somebody refer me for SAP SD position in GSK? I have applied twice in portal and it is sitting at recruiters review

Hi Fishes, Can you please help me with Salary Range for Grade 7A at GSK?
They're Matching my Current Offer's Fixed Part with Fixed + Yearly Bonus. Which I think is a downside.
Want to know the range to know limits of negotiation without losing the offer

like

DM me if you have below skil

Minimum 8 Years experience as Biostatistician. Clinical Domain Knowledge
Statistics
skills i.e., SAP creation & review, randomization, sample size calculation Safety and
Efficacy data analysis, Protocol developments Inputs,
Statistical Review. Project
Management exp, Training and Mentoring

Do we get VPB (variable pay bonus) if we are on notice ?

like

Can you typically negotiate post MBA consulting offers?

likehelpful

How can I get accepted to JPMorgan global/financial management internship?? It has been my dream! I believed my resume was perfected and applied, but got rejected. Will I have a chance if I apply again? Any recommendations? Thank you!

Not normally something I have considered but would you all recommend getting travel insurance for an international trip? Got a trip to Belize next week and considering if I should get travel insurance. If so any thoughts on the “patriot platinum international” coverage?

like

Loan any #alom

like

FSO Dallas update: Still a circus.

like

Any opportunities in the Bay Area? Where do you search and what titles do you use when you search?

I am currently responsible for all disciplines across the board not just creative or tech.

like

Where can a small business owner learn more about social media marketing?

like

Can anyone recommend a good book/materials to prep for the CIPP/CIPM? 🙏🏽

Does anyone else find it easier to practice self-care when you're not overwhelmed? 🤚
Curious to hear thoughts.

like

Do you think WFH will end in every country once vaccines are available to everyone? What if you don't get the vaccine?

like

Additional Posts in Pharma and Health Advertising

Starting at Patients & Purpose next week! Any thoughts on the company and culture, work/life balance, etc? Excited!!

like

WPP consolidated Sudler into VMLY&R. New name is now VMLY&Rx. I actually think that’s pretty clever!

likefunny

Struggling with a potential opportunity - I’ve been at my current agency for about 7 months, and I’m indifferent to the job - don’t hate the work, but don’t love it either. My old CW partner is asking me to interview for another agency and a possible promotion if I make the jump. But I don’t want to screw over my current team/not sure if 7 months on a gig looks bad. Any thoughts or opinions?

TLDR: possible job opportunity but possible cons for leaving current job

like

I don’t have many years of of experience on paper (graduated college 5 years ago) but I constantly get told that I operate at a level far above my title. My art partner left to be an ACD somewhere else and she wants to recommend me as her partner, INSISTS that she knows I can do it (and she isn’t the type to exaggerate). Anyone have advice/perspective on the different between years of experience, output, natural ability, and whether or not it’s ridiculous to even consider this opportunity?

like

What is the salary range for SVP account in pharma NYC?

Pharma creatives, what’s the work you’ve done that you’re most proud of?

Pharma Fish! Looking for CTR benchmarks for branded & unbranded pharma / DSA banners, and paid search. Can anyone help?

like

Need help. SSW. Wanna go so bad cause keep hearing good things. What are the ‘go’ or ‘no’s?

funny

What is the going salary range for a visual design lead/art supe with UX chops at a large pharma agency?

Any senior writers looking in NY? Send me your books.

like

What’s the score at Wunderman Health?

Question! There’s a real senior HCP talent shortage out there right now, at least for those of us on the hiring end.

What do you ACD level people all really want? Tell me how to find and hire you.

like

Are there any pharma shops in Miami?
I am a freezing cold copywriter who wants to move there.

likefunny

Acronyms (▀̿Ĺ̯▀̿ ̿)

likefunny

Any folks in this bowl able to share some light on what an group art supervisor does specifically for the healthcare field? I assume checking graphics and such but really not positive. Thank you!

like

Thoughts on W20?

like