This is not a place where talented people should go - Associate Designer G-III Apparel Employee Review

I was hired as an Associate Designer. I've worked as a freelancers for many companies and I have never experienced such a horrific working environment. You will be treated very disposable. You are not valued for your vision and your hard work. You're not considered as a designer but as a 'techpack keeper'. There is zero creativity, you'll be finding clothes to knock off everyday, down to every single seam, the only things you'll change are zippers and buttons with the company's logo. There is no room to grow. My former coworker waited three years for a raise. Salary is not negotiable. There is no discussion about salary. They throw it on the table, you either take it or you don't and if you don't they'll find someone else who will settle. There is no such thing as company's culture. Zero. None. No summer Friday. You'll be clocking in at least 60 hours a week. HR has so respects for you. If you have problems, don't run into them asking for solutions. Technologies are outdated. This is the first and only company that I had to work with Adobe Illustrator version 2 (yes, number two). This place is good for people who have no other options but still want to remain in the fashion industry. As for people who have talents, I would highly recommend you to wait for something else to come along. Designers, definitely grab your portfolio and run as fast as you possibly can. Even Sears is a much better option.