Pros
I worked for Rivers Agency for many years, and saw the company grow from a handful of creatives to a bustling Chapel Hill institution with dozens of employees. Leadership has always been really ambitious, taking on a diverse set of clients and plenty of challenging projects. I still keep in touch and maintain a good relationship with the folks at Rivers, and credit the agency with giving me with the projects and guidance that built my foundation as a marketing professional. I really enjoyed working with my team, bouncing ideas off each other and collaborating on big projects. Working at Rivers is extremely fast-paced and the projects are diverse, so I gained work experience in lots of different areas. The office space is clean and modern. The company buys lunch for employees often and hosts a great end-of-year party. Leadership was understanding and accommodating, working around personal schedules and commitments when asked.
Cons
I put late hours in occasionally, launching big projects or meeting tight deadlines... I think this is something to be expected working at an ad agency or on a marketing team. It wasn't often, and management was appreciative, acknowledging my efforts. Deadlines can be tight and the work very past-paced, so having personal organizational skills, the ability to problem-solve, and the ability to prioritize are important for success.