Question 1

Does Shutterstock pay their employees well?

Accepted Answer

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Shutterstock employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.8 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Shutterstock. This rating has improved by 2% over the last 12 months.

Question 2

How satisfied are employees working at Shutterstock?

Accepted Answer

49% of Shutterstock employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews. Employees also rated Shutterstock 3.9 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.2 for culture and values and 2.8 for career opportunities.

Question 3

What are the top reviewed jobs at Shutterstock?

Accepted Answer

Software Engineer (41), Client Partner (25), Sales (22), Account Executive (19), Manager (14), Senior Software Engineer (13), Marketing (11), Director (9), Image Reviewer (7), Account Manager (6), Customer Care Advocate (6), Photographer (6), Project Manager (6), Software Developer (6), Customer Success Manager (5)

Question 4

What are the pros of working at Shutterstock according to real employee reviews?

Accepted Answer

"Many people are great and want to do great work." ((in 94 reviews)); "Good benefits and stock plans." ((in 73 reviews)); "The work life balance here was great and I enjoyed the little perks like summer Fridays." ((in 29 reviews)); "Good salary and remuneration." ((in 29 reviews)); "The office is beautiful and has lots of natural light." ((in 27 reviews))

Question 5

What are the cons of working at Shutterstock according to real employee reviews?

Accepted Answer

"No leadership in the management to upper" ((in 43 reviews)); "The culture is toxic and the company is filled with bullies who enjoy pawning their blame on others." ((in 39 reviews)); "frequent layoffs and reorgs" ((in 21 reviews)); "Abusive managers that do not give a damn about the customers or the employees." ((in 18 reviews)); "Company culture has grown increasingly toxic." ((in 13 reviews))

Question 6

What are employees saying about Shutterstock redundancies in 2026?

Accepted Answer

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Shutterstock redundancy and their outlook for job security at Shutterstock in 2026.

Question 7

What are the top reviewed Shutterstock locations?

Accepted Answer

<a href="/Reviews/Shutterstock-Dublin-Reviews-EI_IE270840.0,12_IL.13,19_IC2739035.htm">Dublin</a>

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