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Q&A With ArenaNet Employees
ArenaNet employees answer questions about what life is like behind the scenes at their company, including queries about culture, leadership, professional development, and compensation.
How employees describe working at ArenaNet
Never forget to adapt and change
They really put their hearts into their work, even though it seems to be a very hard chore
The quality of their products and community
There games are awesome. And you can tell they put alot of time and effort into making them.
The dedication to provide an immersive experience to their players.
What it's like to work at ArenaNet
- ArenaNet employees generally work 8.2 hrs a day
- Employees at ArenaNet report the work pace is moderate
- On a typical day, employees at ArenaNet have 3 meetings
- 83% of ArenaNet employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
- ArenaNet employees most often take 15-20 paid vacation and sick days each year
- 80% of ArenaNet employees report they are happy with their work life balance
- ArenaNet employees typically get valuable feedback on how to improve at work Once a quarter
- 67% of ArenaNet employees call their work environment negative
Q&A With ArenaNet Employees
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Does ArenaNet drug test or do a background check?
Drug test, no. Background check, yes.
What do people at ArenaNet think about the CEO? What do they do well and what can they improve?
Top Employee Response
Mike is a very nice person but he should not be CEO. He has difficulty making tough decisions and often settles for what someone else suggests. This has led to a major leadership issue throughout ArenaNet. Mike is a brilliant programmer and excels where caring for the customer/player are concerned. He truly wants to do right and well; just doesn't always get there.
How's the work life balance at ArenaNet?
Amazing. Honestly the best thing about ANet is the ability to have a life outside of work.
How does ArenaNet make decisions around promotions?
On the publishing side it's a matter of popularity and getting the right people to like you. On the development side it's about talent and what you put into the job.
How's the vacation policy at ArenaNet?
Pretty much open. If your work is done there will be very little standing in your way of taking time off.
Does ArenaNet have any remote positions?
Top Employee Response
No. ArenaNet has a strict outlook against work from home positions. This is only allowed during inclement weather events.
What are some of the best things about your team at ArenaNet?
Strong willingness and ability to persevere in extreme adversity.
What do employees at ArenaNet think about their benefits?
ArenaNet employees rate their overall benefits a C+ and most of them think the perks are Bad. 71% of ArenaNet employees say they are satisfied with their benefits. The majority of employees also get 20-30 days of paid vacation, and most of the employees believe the cash value of their benefits is less than $500/mo.
How's career growth and advancement at ArenaNet?
40% of the same employees also feel like ArenaNet is invested in their career growth. On average, majority of employees do not have a mentor to help them navigate their career at ArenaNet.
How are the managers at ArenaNet?
ArenaNet employees rate their manager a D- or 52/100 and the majority do not believe their manager truly cares about them as a person. Most of the employees (67%) also feels pretty comfortable providing negative feedback directly to their boss.
What's the pay like for employees at ArenaNet?
ArenaNet employees rates their pay and overall compensation a D or 52/100. 29% of employees believe they are paid fairly and 75% of employees get raises every year.
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Should I work at ArenaNet?
24% of ArenaNet employees would encourage their friends to become coworkers, whereas 13% are neutral and 63% would not recommend working at ArenaNet to their friends.
| 24% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 13% | Passive |
| 63% | Detractors |
