Whitney Museum Reviews

Pros

Work with great front of house staff.

Cons

They make you feel like it's not a worthwhile job and just something to do in transition.

Pros

Some nice people working there

Cons

This museum has very nepotistic hiring practices.

Pros

Relatively easy days, decent pay compared to other customer service work, excellent perks (free entry to virtually all museums everywhere), really cool coworkers

Cons

Very repetitive, tons of weird administrative hierarchy

Pros

- colleagues are smart, wonderful, and supportive - the programming and exhibitions are insightful, intuitive, and great - fun perks

Cons

- there really is no room for advancement and the pay is extremely low for the job. When I presented proof of pay disparities to my manager, it wasn't taken seriously. My job required a lot of overtime work, and there was little to no help received even when asked multiple times. I loved this job, but the amount of time and work it required of me was way too much in comparison to the compensation. I didn't feel valued as an employee and I saw there was no actual room for me to grow despite promises in my initial interview.

Pros

I cannot think of a pleasant moment from my time at the Whitney. This job was the worst job I ever had. I don't even list it on my resume anymore.

Cons

The middle management team (specifically visitor services & membership services) are the most condescending people I have ever met. They openly yell at front-line staff and demean them in front of visitors and other staff. There is little to no chance of advancement for these roles, but they tell you otherwise when you interview. Do not work as a visitor service assistant or member services assistant at the Whitney!