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Talent Care

Better benefits, better outcomes.

With our industry-leading benefits, we can help you find, hire, and retain world-class talent.

Attract and retain the best.

Attracting top creative talent can be a challenge in today's job market, which means a robust freelance employee benefits package is no longer a perk; it's a critical component of your contingent staffing strategy. If your staffing agency partner doesn't offer a compelling benefits package, you'll struggle to recruit and retain top talent.

60% of marketing professionals are not satisfied with their benefits (Glassdoor)
70% would be willing to switch jobs for better benefits (The Economist Group)
81% believe benefits are an important factor when evaluating a job offer (PeopleKeep)

Setting the standard for talent care.

Our freelance employee benefits package is unmatched in the industry, offering a level of support and security that simply can't be found elsewhere. This dedication has made Aquent Talent the employer of choice for top creative professionals, and it's one of the many reasons we've won Best of Staffing in client and talent satisfaction for over a decade running.

Where we go above and beyond.

While many staffing and recruiting companies offer basic benefits, we go above and beyond to ensure that every Aquent employee has access to an exceptional benefits package.

Comprehensive health plans

A healthy, thriving workforce is more productive and engaged, so we prioritize employee wellness with high-quality, employer-subsidized health coverage and mental health benefits—even for part-time and short-term roles.

Financial well-being

Supporting financial well-being leads to job satisfaction and retention. That's why we offer a robust retirement plan and employer matching that's vested from day one, so our talent can reach their financial goals.

Guaranteed sick leave

We offer paid sick leave to all hourly talent in the U.S. and Canada, even where it's not required. Talent can take the time they need to take care of themselves or their loved ones and come back ready to work.

Pre-tax savings options

Out-of-pocket costs really add up, adding stress on employees and their families. We help our talent manage these costs with flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for health care, dependent care, and transportation.

In their own words…

    Don't change those benefits

    Aquent is hands down just the best agency I have ever worked with…And the healthcare and FSA benefits really seal the deal. Don't change those benefits, it makes me want to only go thru Aquent…
    John L. UX Designer
    Pay and benefits are top-notch

    I can't say enough about the people I have worked with at Aquent. Everyone is incredibly knowledgeable and kind. The pay and benefits are top-notch.
    Jennifer M. Art Director
    Great health insurance

    I love my job, I have great health insurance, and my Aquent managers have been extraordinarily kind and helpful. This is hands down the best job I've ever had, and I'm excited to take on new contracts with them.
    Emily W. Writer
    The best in the business

    Aquent has been the best talent agency I've worked with these past three years. I am keenly aware of other companies – but the benefits and staff support are the best in the business.
    Frederick O. Art Director
    Advantageous in so many ways

    Aquent makes contract work advantageous in so many ways. I enjoy excellent benefits (better than those I received previously working for a $200MM company), and I feel that Aquent values me.
    Shymala H. Writer
    Love the benefits

    I love working with Aquent! My resource manager is absolutely amazing, attentive, resourceful, and on the ball. I also love the benefits and always feel as if the team at Aquent are interested in helping me continue and improve my career.
    Michael R. Editor

Case Studies

Elevating the state of play for Microsoft's The Initiative.

Microsoft Gaming Studio, The Initiative, enlisted us to manage the recruitment and retention of crucial staff for Perfect Dark–our competitive staffing solutions ensured success.

Powering Canadian Tire's digital transformation.

Since 2018, we have partnered with Canadian Tire, providing design and UX resources and solving challenges related to a major acquisition, digital transformation, and managing talent operations.

Scaling talent acquisition for a global gaming powerhouse.

Our specialized recruitment and contractor management solution helped The Coalition, developer of the Gears of War franchise, recruit and retain top talent for their Vancouver studio.

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