Game studio that makes online worlds infused with innovation, hand-crafted excellence, and creative passion. Creator of Guild Wars. read more
ArenaNet Company Culture
ArenaNet Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews2.2/5
ArenaNet's Overall Culture is rated F
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Perks & Benefits
COffice Culture
C-eNPS
D+Diversity
DProfessional Development
DArenaNet CEO
Bottom 5%Bottom 5% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Mike O'Brien
36 /100
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Diversity at ArenaNet
Bottom 20%Bottom 20% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
D
Diverse employees at ArenaNet have rated Retention, Team, and Work Culture as the highest categories they have scored
Women at ArenaNet
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Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"Bottom 25%Bottom 25% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
-39
ArenaNet employees are -39% more likely to recommend ArenaNet as a great place to work
| 24% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 13% | Passives |
| 63% | Detractors |
Working at ArenaNet
Working at ArenaNet is rated below average by 13 employees, across various culture dimensions. ArenaNet employees rate Perks And Benefits highest among all categories, and think that Work Culture and Leadership have the most room for improvement, putting ArenaNet’s culture in the Bottom 5% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Bottom 5% compared to other companies in Seattle. See below in detail how working at ArenaNet was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at ArenaNet
F
Overall Company Culture at ArenaNet is rated F
Last updated months ago
Bottom
5%
ArenaNet ranks in the Bottom 5% of other companies on Comparably with 201-500 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
ArenaNet Employee Reviews
Out of 23 ArenaNet employee reviews, 59% were positive. The remaining 41% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping ArenaNet improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 59% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 41% |
Positive Reviews From ArenaNet Employees
- What do you like best about your company?The company culture and the people.
- What makes you most happy at work?Getting to work on a beautiful and fun project.
- What are some of the best things about your team?Everyone is supportive, talented, and collaborative.
Constructive Feedback From ArenaNet Employees
- What would you most like to see improved at your company?The parent company's trust in us to deliver a good product and to give us enough resources to do it with.
- What needs to change to make the company culture better?Better tude, better training without tudes. Telling us who the REAL mangers or team leaders are to report too. Not having your own employees try root for your fall. Treat everyone like decent human. We aren’t robots!
- What does the leadership team need to get better at?They could never tell you who real leadership was. I got in trouble when reporting to so called leadership they pointed too. To point made it a show calling it a “witch hunt” when someone did tell right higher ups for us.
ArenaNet Company Information
ArenaNet Company Overview
Game studio that makes online worlds infused with innovation, hand-crafted excellence, and creative passion. Creator of Guild Wars.
ArenaNet Mission, Vision & Values
ArenaNet Mission & Values
GAMES ARE ART. WE BRING ART TO LIFE. At ArenaNet, we’ve always believed that games are art. They have the power to communicate ideas and tell stories. They can change the way we think, reflect our cultures, and move us.
| Headquarter | 3180 139th Ave SE, 5th Floor Bellevue, WA United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | arena.net |
| Founding Date | 2000 |
| Tel | <<not-applicable>> |
| Company Status | Private |
ArenaNet Competitors
ArenaNet competitors include Activision Blizzard, Ubisoft, and Bungie. ArenaNet ranks 4th in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how ArenaNet compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
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ArenaNet Employees
13 employees at ArenaNet have reviewed ArenaNet across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was months ago.
Overall, the 13 ArenaNet employees give their leadership a grade of F, or Bottom 5% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at ArenaNet are mostly dissatisfied with their total compensation at ArenaNet, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at ArenaNet are mostly dissatisfied with their team. 13 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a D-. Less than half believe the meetings at ArenaNet are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at ArenaNet believe the environment at ArenaNet is negative. Most Participants believe the pace of work at ArenaNet is moderate. About 83% of the employees at ArenaNet work 8 hours or less.
Overall, the employees at ArenaNet are dissatisfied, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
A Day in the Life
A Day in the Life
ArenaNet employees generally work 8.2 hrs a day
Work Hours
A Day in the Life
Employees at ArenaNet report the work pace is a bit slow
Work Pace
A Day in the Life
On a typical day, employees at ArenaNet have 3 meetings
Meetings
A Day in the Life
83% of ArenaNet employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
Coworkers
A Day in the Life
ArenaNet employees most often take 20-30 paid vacation and sick days each year
Perks & Benefits
A Day in the Life
80% of ArenaNet employees report they are happy with their work life balance
Work Life Balance
A Day in the Life
ArenaNet employees typically get valuable feedback on how to improve at work Once a quarter
Feedback
A Day in the Life
67% of ArenaNet employees call their work environment negative
Environment
Joining ArenaNet - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from employees about joining ArenaNet is that the company was somewhat prepared on their first day. ArenaNet employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 50% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
ArenaNet KPIs and OKRs
Employees’ understanding of ArenaNet's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 5 ArenaNet employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 2 have said yes.
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ArenaNet Salaries
How much does ArenaNet pay?
How much do people at ArenaNet get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at ArenaNet is $108,044, or $51 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $100,185, or $48 per hour.
At ArenaNet, the highest paid job is a General Counsel at $267,796 annually and the lowest is a CS Rep at $37,740 annually. Average ArenaNet salaries by department include: IT at $99,965, Product at $139,243, Engineering at $120,761, and Sales at $185,439. Half of ArenaNet salaries are above $100,185.
7 employees at ArenaNet rank their Compensation in the Bottom 15% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 29 ratings) while 7 employees at ArenaNet rank their Perks And Benefits in the Bottom 45% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 12 ratings).
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $58k | $58k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $78k | $78k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $91k | $91k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $162k | $162k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $255k | $255k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $275k | $275k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $336k | $336k | 100th Percentile |
$108,044*
Average Compensation
$100,185*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
ArenaNet Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at ArenaNet
Diverse employees at ArenaNet score the company 58/100 across various culture categories, placing ArenaNet in the Bottom 20% of companies on Comparably with 201-500 Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at ArenaNet across various culture dimensions.
Ranked Culture the Highest
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ArenaNet Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
- PTO / Vacation Policy
ArenaNet PTO
ArenaNet's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 20-30 days off a year. Paid Time Off is ArenaNet's 2nd most important benefit besides Healthcare when ranked by employees, with 40% of employees saying it is the most important benefit. ArenaNet's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a less than $500 cash value per month.
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ArenaNet Careers
ArenaNet Jobs
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H1B Visa
In 2019, ArenaNet applied for 8 H1B visas. Of the work permits applied for, 100% were approved.
Work Permit Application Outcome
8
Total Applied
H1B Applications Outcome
- 100% Granted (8 out of 8)
- 0% Denied ( out of 8)
- 0% Withdrawn Application was withdrawn by the employer before approval/rejection ( out of 8)
- 0% Certified-Withdrawn Application was approved but later withdrawn by employer ( out of 8)
This data was calculated using publicly sourced data from OFLC Performance Data
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Overview of Candidates Interested in ArenaNet on Comparably
Candidates By Department
All Industries | 43% | |
|---|---|---|
Product | 14% | |
Design | 14% | |
Customer Support | 14% | |
IT | 14% |
Candidates By Location
Seattle | 29% | |
|---|---|---|
Bellevue | 29% | |
Los Angeles | 14% | |
Everett | 14% | |
Port Orchard | 14% |
Frequently Asked Questions regarding ArenaNet
What is ArenaNet address?
ArenaNet location is at 3180 139th Ave SE, 5th Floor
Who is the CEO of ArenaNet?
ArenaNet CEO is Mike O'Brien, their score by employees is 36
What is ArenaNet eNPS?
The eNPS for ArenaNet is -39
What is the salary for Senior Product Manager in ArenaNet?
Senior Product Manager average salary in the US is 144k
What are the salaries in the Marketing in ArenaNet?
The average salaries for Marketing in ArenaNet is 127k
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