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Updated Nov 16, 2022

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Found 26 of over 26 reviews
4.0
84% Recommend to a Friend
Tempesta Media President and CEO Michael Marchese
86% Approve of CEO

Found 26 of over 26 reviews

4.0
84%
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86%
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Tempesta Media President and CEO Michael Marchese
Michael Marchese
12 Ratings

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  1. 5.0
    Current Employee, more than 3 years

    Great Place to Work

    Nov 16, 2022 - Anonymous Employee 
    Recommend
    CEO Approval
    Business Outlook

    Pros

    I liked it here. Work is challenging.

    Cons

    Sometimes I get tired of clients.

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  2. 3.0
    Former Freelancer, more than 1 year

    Good pay if you can drop everything you're doing to write for them...

    Jul 30, 2022 - Content Writer 
    Recommend
    CEO Approval
    Business Outlook

    Pros

    Actually, this was my best paying client so I stayed as long as I could.

    Cons

    Freelancers are promised steady work, but may go for several weeks without being given any assignments, even though they have indicated they are available for work. On the other hand, once a freelancer indicates being unavailable for a certain amount of time, management makes assignments to the freelancer without regard to that writer's personal schedule. Scheduling is inconsistent.

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  4. 4.0
    Former Freelancer, less than 1 year

    Great start for a new writer.

    Sep 14, 2022 - Freelance Copywriter 
    Recommend
    CEO Approval
    Business Outlook

    Pros

    I picked up writing gigs here early in my copywriting career. The pay was low, but it was a great way to learn the ropes and get some experience.

    Cons

    Low pay. Little human interaction.

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  5. 4.0
    Current Freelancer

    For writers, it's a great company to start with

    Apr 16, 2022 - Anonymous Freelancer 
    Recommend
    CEO Approval
    Business Outlook

    Pros

    I really like Tempesta Media, the pay for new writers is competitive and I believe it's fair. The editors and staff are friendly and are clear in explaining assignments and giving writers the chance to correct them. If you're in-between jobs, this is a good company to work with.

    Cons

    The only downsize I can think of is if you want to grow as a writer, pay-wise, I'm not sure the company offers that. There doesn't seem to be any pay increases for long-term writers, or maybe it's just me. But it's good as a side job or supplemental income.

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  6. 5.0
    Current Contractor

    Amazing company culture and a place to really feel valued

    Dec 9, 2020 - Director of Customer Success in San Antonio, TX
    Recommend
    CEO Approval
    Business Outlook

    Pros

    I have been with Tempesta Media for about 2 years. They are a quickly growing content marketing company who have a unique approach to providing quality content at scale. -There is a consistent drive for teamwork and inclusion. Support is always available even during stressful times - From the CEO down the company works together to achieve its goals, which is a first for me in my 14+ years in the Customer Service industry. - Management always pushing to improve process and technology to ensure that both employee and client needs are met. - Flexible remote work opportunity - Training is provided to help you grow and develop your career. Since coming to Tempesta I have expanded my knowledge content in specific and have learned a lot about digital marketing as a whole. Overall I have never worked with a company that has felt so much like an actual team trying to achieve a goal, and where I felt like my experience and skills were valued the way I am here.

    Cons

    The only thing close to a con that I can think to mention is that because we are still a small growing company, come prepared with ideas and flexibility to work outside of your "normal role". As with any up and coming company sometimes we need to wear multiple hats to get a job done. If that doesn't work for you then the role may be challenging.

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  7. 5.0
    Current Employee, less than 1 year

    Great fast growing company

    Nov 22, 2021 - Content Operations Manager in Chicago, IL
    Recommend
    CEO Approval
    Business Outlook

    Pros

    I feel a sense of belonging in my company. Awesome team.

    Cons

    Can not find any cons so far

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  8. 2.0
    Former Contractor, less than 1 year

    Seems like fair pay until...

    Dec 11, 2020 - Freelance Writer 
    Recommend
    CEO Approval
    Business Outlook

    Pros

    Assignment platform is easy to use

    Cons

    Assignments require hours of research that is not reflected in the pay. Assignment instructions are vague; slant of articles not clearly stated

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    2 people found this review helpful
  9. 5.0
    Current Employee, less than 1 year

    A Positive and Uplifting Work Environment

    Dec 8, 2020 - Customer Success Manager in Michigan City, IN
    Recommend
    CEO Approval
    Business Outlook

    Pros

    I have worked at Tempesta Media for almost a year now and it has been fantastic! The management team is great and easy to work with. I mainly work with the content operations team who are always ready to help solve issues and optimize future workflows. The CEO is always a joy to talk to. He is the most understanding and helpful boss I've ever had!

    Cons

    Our main focus is producing quality content. I would not recommend working here if you do not carefully read instructions or do not strive for personal and professional growth.

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  10. 1.0
    Former Contractor, less than 1 year

    A Content Marketing Sweatshop With Bait-and-Switch Tactics: AVOID

    Dec 5, 2018 - Independent Contractor 
    Recommend
    CEO Approval
    Business Outlook

    Pros

    If you're looking for any remote work, well...it's doable

    Cons

    * Incredibly short turnaround times (getting assignments at 4:30 am that are due 11:30 pm that following evening) * Low pay (they requested my per word rate, yet they're "paying" incredibly low amounts for high amounts of work) * Inappropriate, unprofessional feedback * Everything is automated - you have to dig to get any kind of contact information * Assignments are randomly "dumped" - received five (5) assignments - three were longer pieces due the next day - late on a Sunday night * Not even a formal contract (which should be a *huge* red flag)

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    10 people found this review helpful

    Tempesta Media Response

    Tempesta Media Community Manager

    Thank you for taking the time to provide your review. It is our policy to always provide writers with 2 days to turnaround blog length writing assignments and one day to turnaround any revision requests. For longer assignments, we provide even more time. All writers are notified about new assignments from within their account on our platform and by email. Tempesta Media pays well above industry norms. Writers who demonstrate superior expertise and writing quality have the opportunity to increase their earnings. All writers receive constructive feedback from our editors about their writing style, grammar, structure and level of insight provided within the content. Content is edited to ensure it matches the customer’s unique voice and instructions. Most writers actually appreciate the feedback from editors, as it helps them improve their writing skills. Each customer has a team of writers so that we don’t “dump” assignments on any given writer. We only work with professional writers who have great writing skills, industry expertise, and consistently meet reasonable deadlines. We wish you the best in your writing career and are sorry it wasn’t a fit.

  11. 5.0
    Current Employee

    Incredible Place to Work and Grow

    Mar 7, 2018 - Anonymous Employee in Chicago, IL
    Recommend
    CEO Approval
    Business Outlook

    Pros

    I am a current full-time employee at Tempesta Media and have already enjoyed and learned more the last month of working here, than I have at any previous company I've worked with. I have had a good share of professional and unprofessional business teams to work alongside. What I love about Tempesta Media is the ambition and admiration to constantly expand and improve the company. Everyone is devoted in their own way and we build off one another to produce high quality results. Anytime you turn to look for a helping hand, someone is already prepared to do so. The culture speaks for itself, we are always having fun and celebrating the victories whether they're big or small. Aside from the company ethics itself, I have gained more knowledge than I have in the years of experience prior to this job. I'm always being pushed to educate myself and bring new ideas to the table.

    Cons

    I do not have any cons for this company.

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    5 people found this review helpful

    Tempesta Media Response

    Tempesta Media Community Manager

    We are so thrilled that you are growing and are able to find a helping hand from your team. Learning is one of the core pillars of our corporate values. We hope you will continue to learn and grow in your career at Tempesta Media.

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Tempesta Media has an overall rating of 4.0 out of 5, based on over 26 reviews left anonymously by employees. 84% of employees would recommend working at Tempesta Media to a friend and 72% have a positive outlook for the business. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Tempesta Media employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.7 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Tempesta Media. This rating has improved by 1% over the last 12 months.

84% of Tempesta Media employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews. Employees also rated Tempesta Media 4.2 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.2 for culture and values and 3.8 for career opportunities.

According to reviews on Glassdoor, employees commonly mention the pros of working at Tempesta Media to be senior leadership, culture, career development and the cons to be management, workplace.

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