Pros
- Flexible work schedule (somewhat). - Easy to coast through if this you want to build media/industry contacts. - Emphasis on mental health initiatives. - Personal growth opportunities, because you mostly rely on yourself/team members.
Cons
- Things that they offered in their contract might not be fulfilled, and to get answers or accountability is a tedious process as the HR team can be unresponsive. - Be prepared to be tasked with so many other projects outside of your job scope or purview. The company does not reward such initiative either as it is expected out of everyone to "show what you can bring to the table", and has an emphasis on a toxic meritocracy system. - No proper feedback system or transparent communication between managers and individuals. - Salary cannot sustain through today's cost of living but is justified that "this is so in agency life". Do note that many smaller agencies offer a better salary package than that of Hume Brophy's. - Managers do not assist with career progression in any way. - Work is mundane, only traditional communication tactics are utilised in campaign strategies. - Not a great step if you have big career aspirations, had to explain the firm every time I met a new person and sometimes they flashy companies count!