Fun perks, but overworked and lacking career paths. Burnout is inevitable. - werkgeversreview Designer bij Tallwave

2,0
12 sep 2019
Aanbevelen
Goedkeuring directeur
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Pluspunten

The creative leaders and team were positive and helpful. I grew in my skills at times, and found mentorship easily when I was proactive. The company offers many perks, outings, and free meals. The design team puts an emphasis on quality, has high standards, and uses modern design approaches. If you want to dive into a creative team that's progressive and get a couple well-known brands in your portfolio this is a place to try in the Phoenix job market.

Minpunten

Leadership wasn't aligned on values and how those values should be exhibited across the company. They treated full quarters as sprints and burnout and turnover was high due to this. There was no clear path for advancement and no emphasis on personal or professional growth. At any agency the customers are #1 priority, but Tallwave's Project Managers frequently made promises to clients without consulting their designer on timeline or effort. This would cause me (and others) to consistently work weekends and stay late. There were frequent 'emergency' pivots disrupting workflow. Despite allowing remote work, leadership frowned upon it, which came across as a lack of trust. The office could be more inclusive and diverse. I became unhappy with my lack of opportunity within the company and unreasonable expectations of my schedule.

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Hello. Thank you for taking the time to share your constructive feedback. We are constantly working to improve and recognize we are not perfect. I am glad to read that you feel as though our design discipline at Tallwave is progressive and that you had an opportunity to refine your skills. It is disappointing to hear some of the challenges you have outlined surrounding our benefits and lack of alignment with leadership. As a leadership team and broader team, we are working to support each other and provide our collective teams with the tools they need to be successful. We don’t always get it right the first time, but I do want you to know that I have personally taken your feedback. And as we going into our planning session later this month your comments on value alignment and mentoring are being addressed. Thanks again for your constructive feedback. - Jeff

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5,0
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Pluspunten

As a team member, I feel encouraged to step outside of my comfort zone and take calculated risks. The company's emphasis on lifelong learning and development is invaluable. I appreciate the opportunities to expand my skill set and contribute to diverse projects. One aspect I particularly enjoy is the strong sense of camaraderie and support, despite being a fully remote employee. The team feels like a close-knit community where everyone is valued and heard. I appreciate the company's commitment to work-life balance and its focus on employee well-being.

Minpunten

While the small team size allows for a high degree of autonomy and ownership, it also means wearing multiple hats at times. This can be challenging but also rewarding as it provides opportunities for diverse skill development.

1,0
11 feb 2026
Anonieme werknemer
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Pluspunten

Talented people who try hard despite the environment. Remote flexibility.

Minpunten

Tallwave’s culture has effectively collapsed. Despite heavy emphasis on being “values-driven,” leadership behavior is inconsistent, exclusionary, and damaging. Favoritism is openly practiced, with the CEO investing time and attention in chosen employees while disregarding others. Communication is performative rather than honest. Long-tenured employees have steadily exited, leaving burnout and significant loss of institutional knowledge. Having since worked under strong leadership, it’s clear how much effective management matters. Its absence in recent years at Tallwave significantly contributed to the company’s cultural decline. The company’s approach, or lack thereof, to employee separations reflects broader gaps in professionalism, process, and leadership accountability.

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