Pros
Came to work at Conde for the all-star talent and commitment to good work
Cons
- Magazines have become “brands.” - All design departments work on one floor, flattening the personality of each individual title and discouraging diversity. It also disrupts the collaborative relationship with Edit staff that’s crucial for the best work. - Editorial designers are given branding and advertising assignments with no increase in salary (and little appreciation). Advertising designers typically make significantly more than editorial designers: now everyone does both for the same low price. - Many layoffs, company appears unstable. Little transparency. Changes are made with no consideration for their impact on lower and middle staff. Internal messaging does not inspire confidence. - Rumors and cattiness abound, which is pretty pathetic. Little direct communication. Mostly uninspiring.