Toxic silos - Anonymous employee Getty Images Employee Review

2.0
21 Sept 2021
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

-Certain teams are somewhat functional -Decent benefits -Free snacks

Cons

-Internal competitiveness between employees and departments leads to an increasingly unprofessional and unhinged environment. -Customer service, technology, and compensation not on par with competitors -Lack of truly equal opportunity for anyone outside of the "old boy's network"

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Getty Images Response
4y
Thank you for sharing your feedback. At Getty Images, it is paramount that all employees are treated with respect and given equal opportunities. I am saddened to hear that you have had a varied experience, and would like to understand further around your perspective. While we encourage a concept of ‘no silos’ through cross-functional partnership, there should never be an instance of an unprofessional or unsafe environment for any employee. I am available for any follow up information or discussion, any additional information from you or others is important to ensure we are addressing your concerns. Also, our Raise a Concern process provides guidance on how to come forward and share your experience if you are not comfortable reaching out directly to me, along with your HR team are available at any time to hear and understand these concerns. I encourage you to please reach out. My email address is: nicole.underwood@gettyimages.com Thank you, Nicole Underwood VP, Human Resources

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