is this a real branch of the company or just kids who rented out office space - Project Manager Mediaplanet Employee Review

1.0
10 May 2011
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

No overtime necessary; its just a 9-5 job making calls. The day ends on time.

Cons

Management wants to label the key to others' success as an undefined entrepreneurial spirit so they could easily shrug off their responsibilities when they want to blame their shortcomings on their ex-employees. I laughed out loud when I read, "need help just ask for it." They've told their new-hires during their training week "i want you to figure that out for yourself" when they were asked questions because they didn't know the answer themselves and didn't want to admit it. They told their new-hires the responsibility to find training is on them??? Then when the house of cards fall they lie for one another and say the new hire just didn't have the right spirit or just wasn't getting it. Some managers know what they're doing and help out their new-hires but more than half don't. A few people rode coattails into management and since then the place went downhill because of their arrogance and incompetence. Everyone's forced to act like those promoted are qualified or risk losing our jobs.

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5.0
6 May 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Great place to get real, hands-on experience quickly. You’re not stuck doing busy work — you’re actually managing projects, working cross-functionally, and learning how media, sales, and editorial all come together. Leadership is energetic, supportive, and genuinely invested in developing talent. If you’re motivated and proactive, there’s a lot of opportunity to grow and take on more responsibility early in your career.

Cons

The pace can be intense, and it’s definitely not a role where you can coast. It requires strong organization and the ability to juggle multiple priorities at once. The structure can feel rigid at times, especially when you’re learning the systems and processes.

4.0
6 May 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Strong commission structure with high earning potential; top performers are able to achieve six-figure incomes. The sales process is highly creative and collaborative, involving partnerships with celebrities, influencers, and organizations to develop meaningful content for sponsors. Exposure to a variety of industries each quarter keeps the role dynamic and provides opportunities to expand knowledge, build new relationships, and develop professionally across multiple sectors. The office environment is collaborative and team-oriented, with ongoing strategy discussions, cross-functional meetings, and strong access to management for guidance and support. The role does not require traditional cold calling, allowing sales efforts to focus more on relationship-building and strategic outreach. The company provides a variety of snacks, lunches, and catered meals, which contributes to a positive and engaging office culture.

Cons

Everyone starts entry level, and employees often determine early on whether a sales career is the right fit for them. However, for strong performers, there is significant opportunity for rapid advancement into senior or managerial positions. As with any sales position, underperformance can create both internal and external pressure, which may be challenging for some individuals. Because the role spans multiple industries and topics, the experience can vary significantly depending on the campaign focus—for example, working within the pharmaceutical sector may feel very different from working in education or lifestyle-focused initiatives.

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