Not a bad Place to work for a quick money, but no incentives to stay. - National Account Representative Xcite Automotive Employee Review

3.0
Jul 23, 2018
Recommend
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Pros

Quick hiring process, but sometimes too quick. My hiring process was great, I actually had an orientation to attend and was given all of my equipment (mostly brand-new), but this was a few years ago. Eventually, I started helping with training for new employees in my area. There was no orientation and would be sent straight to the field. Half of the time the equipment they receive were worn down or even broken. Direct Deposit was never late, however, Expensify was (sometimes). Very easy job to learn and get good at (surprises me when I find reps who struggle with it). This job can make you feel like you are working for yourself. You do not have a manager directly over your shoulder every day, so the job is done really at your own pace. Can basically take a break whenever you need to. If you need supervision, then this job is not for you. It's a M-F job, regular business hours for you. Weekends are free.

Cons

Weather is a huge factor in this job. Since Xcite Advertising services car dealerships throughout the US, you could be potentially be taking pictures in 100+F heat or freezing weather. Protect yourself and your health. Getting assigned a good dealership almost feels like it's based on luck. Some dealerships have the worst people you would ever meet, while others are great. I've dealt with both and feel for the reps who have to report to a used car manager who treats you like a child. There are no bonuses, no incentives to stick around. Very little to no growth opportunities. You can potentially be putting a lot of miles on your car. While you get reimbursed for gas (about $.28/mile) you do not get any more for wear and tear on your car. Depending on your location, you might have to carry around an enormous printer. The company is a revolving door. Reps come in and out very frequently. No company outings/events, no bonuses. Sometimes, management wants you to take photos from 25-30feet away from the car. While this does make the pictures look significantly better, it's just not possible at every dealership. Management doesn't care and still want you to make it happen. Some managers don't even care about the quality of work, but just want you to hit the numbers.

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5.0
Nov 28, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

This is an easy job as long as you can self manage. You show up on time, talk to car dealers, make sure your work is done right, and leave. If you don't have enough work, you can go sell Xcite services to other dealers and the company will pay you to bring them on board. Flexible hours too as long as your work for the day is done. Managers have your back if there's a problem with your dealer.

Cons

Working outside unless it is raining, sometimes long drives to dealers but they pay you hourly and mileage, if your dealer cancels you can lose your job.

3.0
Feb 21, 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

If your a photographer already. This job is easy. Pto accumulation is good.

Cons

Working outside in the elements is NOT worth the money. Especially if you dont get a raise yearly. Raises are never discussed. Only more work or higher expectations are implemented. So, its not worth staying with the company long term. Manager complains in meetings about not being able to stay home to work. While all their employees are out in the elements. The mileage compensation is a joke. All this company does is act as the middle man to photographers. Dealerships would be better off hiring their own employee to shoot their cars or going with an independent photographer. They would save so much money. You have to clean off cars of snow and work in un-plowed lots. Dealerships are never held accountable for their lack of vehicles show room readiness. You are expected to detail and wipe down cars. They want to be #1 in car photography but not #1 to their employees. Save yourself from frost bite and skin cancer.

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