RAPP Reviews

3.5

63% would recommend to a friend

(498 total reviews)

Marco Scognamiglio

70% approve of CEO

50% positive business outlook

RAPP has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 498 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The RAPP employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Media and communication industry (3.7 stars).

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498 reviews
2.0
11 Sept 2017
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

There are really smart people who work here, Toyota is a solid account and Omnicom is not the worst parent company in advertising - although they do not match 401K contributions, insurance is higher than other agencies, and stock has fallen greatly in the last six months.

Cons

If you are female or LGBT, do not even think about going to work here. It is a hostile work environment on numerous levels. People are disrespectful, upper management allows the bullies to win and when issues are reported, the person reporting it gets laid off in the next round of quarterly lay offs - that happens like clockwork. It's another lawsuit waiting to happen.

2.0
11 Apr 2016

Don't believe the hype

Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Some of the people were really good to work with. Dedication despite a lot of roadblocks. Free breakfast and snacks were definitely a plus. A going away party every week meant a good chance to see former colleagues. The new Managing Director seems to have the skill and ability to turn it around. Hopefully he will.

Cons

See all those positive reviews? It's a damage control initiative because RAPP has rightfully gained a horrible reputation. No good new business coming in. The current work is suffering. And employees are leaving in droves from such a toxic environment. They have a fear-based culture starting with the global CEO. He is notorious for screaming at people, being arrogant, and spending more time pointing the finger and assigning blame rather than fixing the problem. One department head was removed and no one in the department wanted to lead it for fear of too much exposure to the CEO. The agency touts it's Core Dialog offering, but doesn't know how to explain it to clients or themselves. Recruiting will say anything to get you in the door. HR there is atrocious. One week when 7 employees resigned, HR grilled them for forming a coup rather than try to understand and address the problem. Their simultaneous departures weren't planned by the way. HR--when they show up--only uses the exit interview to make a counter offer rather than figure out how they can learn and employees' experiences better.

2.0
9 Aug 2023

Had High Hopes

Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Great company culture advertised. Some genuinely nice people.

Cons

I write this with deep disappointment and a heavy heart regarding my experience with RAPP. My time at the company has been nothing short of disheartening, and I feel compelled to share my perspective to help others make informed decisions. From the outset, RAPP positions itself as an advocate for employee well-being and a champion of ethical values. Unfortunately, my experience has shown a stark contrast between their stated ideals and the actual treatment of their employees. The leadership's disregard for employee concerns and well-being is shocking. Employees are subjected to abusive behavior and mistreatment from higher-ups, leading to an atmosphere of fear and demoralization. The very leadership that should be fostering a positive work environment becomes the source of anxiety and frustration. What is even more distressing is how RAPP handles employee grievances. When brave employees muster the courage to voice their concerns, instead of addressing the issues constructively, the company responds with retaliation. Employees who dare to speak up are met with hostility and, in many cases, are unjustly laid off at the earliest opportunity. I recently heard that the severance pay offered to employees who have dedicated their time and efforts to the company is shockingly dismal, revealing a lack of compassion and empathy for those who find themselves in unfortunate circumstances due to the company's own actions. My experience at RAPP has been a stark reminder that appearances can be deceiving. It is disheartening to witness an organization that claims to prioritize its employees' well-being and ethical values fail to uphold those principles when it truly matters. I write this review out of a genuine concern for others who may be considering RAPP in the future as a potential employer. It is my hope that my words will serve as a cautionary tale and encourage prospective employees to thoroughly research the company culture before making any commitments.

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