My experience at Eleventh Hour has been overwhelmingly positive. My point-person has been Ariana. She's fantastic. Above and beyond. She's connected me with my current assignment (which I love), has always been very supportive and helped me with optimizing my resume and cover letter game even when it wasn't for a potential job she had for me. Eleventh Hour is super-connected with experience design companies, so if that's your passion, connecting with Eleventh Hour is a must. Everyone's so nice there and I highly recommend getting in touch with them. read more

11th hour! Hah! More like Zero hour aka you're homeless because you relied on these scrubs to help you find a job. Wouldn't recommend this agency to anyone and was a general waste of precious time. One recruiter, Anthony V. is literally unstable and harassed me on the sabbath last year; browbeating me for all but an hour all because I reached out to retrieve my personal belongings from the temp company instead of burdening 11th hour with trivial matters. But to his defense his Mother was in the hospital so I guess it's certainly understandable but otherwise unprofessional to use your very client as a surrogate punching bag for the evening. I guess bypassing the temp agency to get your things is taboo, but this policy was never really made clear. And In all honesty, if someone gets their feathers ruffled for trying to communicate with them, their anger is terribly misplaced. Btw, Anthonys broadside against me was simply by the fact he had to squander the companies money to order me a courier for my wrist rest. This is precisely why I simply communicated to the company directly. No! We wouldn't want to communicate now, do we? Hollywood communication breakdown indeed. Also like most temp agencies, they oversaturate their desk to feed their internal database quota. If you think they're truly vying for you to get you that elusive job, you would have better luck cold applying on LinkedIn. That's how I just got my job now. Try LinkedIn, entertainmentcareers or career group instead. Also avoid these: Act one and apple one. Same thing read more

Highly recommend Eleventh Hour to anyone looking to work in the entertainment industry, but are having trouble breaking in. Ariana has been extremely helpful and nothing short of amazing in helping me find and land work! Her and the rest of the office staff are always friendly and super responsive. read more

I've been working with Ariana for many, many months now and am always so appreciative of her role in my freelancing! She's genuinely personable, undeniably competent, and cares about my success as much as I do. Finding a fitting agency, recruiter, and company to temp with isn't easily done, and I'm so happy to have done so through Eleventh Hour! read more

Ariana has been super helpful, she really is more than a recruiter she is a great guide to anyone trying to navigate the entertainment industry. She has been very professional and an asset to my job search. I can honestly say she really cares about getting you into the right role. I am so thankful to her and to Eleventh Hour! read more

I actually posted a bulletin about finding a good employment agency and the yelpers have been very kind to respond. Although I found Eleventh Hour through another source, this place needs to be shared PRONTO. I've been out of full time work since May. I really wished I heard about this place 3 months ago because I emailed my resume, walked in, completed some simple paperwork and within 10 minutes, I was out on assignment at New Line Cinema- no exaggeration. My background is in entertainment so either normal people get me, or they don't. Eleventh Hour gets me. They understand that I used to manage a band, play in a band and had a life outside of work. They encourage placements for creative individuals with multiple skills- not just a resume they indicates you worked at Boring Joe's Emporium for 5 years. I was just about to give up on life until I found this place. I hope this place will help you too. There's one simple caveat: please have entertainment experience. See you at the commissary! read more

Ariana was instrumental in helping me land my start in the music industry. I had nothing but a dream and a desire to work hard, and she put me in a position to succeed. I was temp for 8 weeks until being brought in full time, and I am approaching my 1 year anniversary at the company. Job seekers at all levels should seek out 11th hour, but if you really want someone to look out for you, ask for Ariana. Good luck to all people looking for jobs! read more

I worked on an Assignment through this Agency in 2008, and within less than 3 weeks, I was hired on as a permanent full-time employee Jeff Ganter (Co. President/Founder) is the best! His staff is highly knowledgeable, organized, and helpful. They possess a very prestidious clientele and offer freelance positions as well as traditional office positions. I would highly recommend this Agency to those currently seeking transitional work, you never know where it might leed! read more

Well, 6 months after the fact, I happened to browse through my reviews and stumbled upon this one only to see that they had replied to my review, saying that they had personally contacted me to resolve this issue, but I had "chosen not to respond." Nope. Not once did I receive an e-mail or a phone call. This is all news to me. I never even knew I *had* a reply to my review on yelp until I just happened to come across it today.... Needless to say, I am quite confused as to why this was all said when it's simply just not true. read more

I had one great assignment with them that lasted 18 months. The office, which I had been to only twice, has a very cool West side lay out. Anita, who handles all the temp staffing & temp recruiting for the company, is one of the best staffing people I've ever worked with. She's the rare breed, who is not only extremely personable, funny, kind and caring, but is also very professional following up with requests, providing detailed descriptions of assignments, etc., etc. If you ever have the pleasure of being assigned work through her, you'll enjoy all your interactions with her. She not only helped me in my assignment, but she also prepped me when I was interviewing for a headhunters position with competitor. On the bad side, the one thing that stands out is that they're the only staffing agency I've ever worked for or heard of, that pays bi-weekly. Yes, you only get paid every two weeks. Sometimes the checks do not consistently arrive if they're sent in the mail, as with another agency they'd arrive every Friday (9 weeks straight) read more

Jeff G, Seriously, you're going to use an e-mail that I wrote four years ago to fan the flames of your precious ego? It's flattering to know that you treasure some of my works, even if you don't acknowledge my existence of which you and your staff seem to do excellent work in. For your information I've had at least three or four good contract positions since that the e-mail has been composed. Just not been placed by you, that's all. I've moved on since then. That review printed last September? Just a little something I've kept in inventory. Hey, so I rub some people the wrong way - but at least I get some results with a more direct or a sometime guerilla approach. THERE are people who actually can reach out and offer a person a contract position based on PERFORMANCE REVIEWS and POSITIVE WORD OF MOUTH in this town, just so you know.. Or simply people who trust me enough to do a sensational job for clients without inflated egos of middlemen getting in the way. And I do have impeccable references and reviews to back up my claims- but of course that probably got lost in the shuffle too of 'losing' my resume. Many times, I've contacted you politely by phone and on nearly all occasions I was rudely hung up on numerous times based on jobs that I was simply inquiring that I was qualified for that you would post on entertainmentcareers.net way before I started sending out those e-mails, but all you and your staff seem to care about is whether or not I have a piece of paper from some stupid accredited college - even if the job description you posted doesn't even specify a degree.. Maybe if you weren't huffing and puffing your holier than thou 'do you have in your position a piece of paper stating that you have a bachelor's degree?' attitude and allowed me to come over and showed you samples of what I've accomplished in the field of television research and developed some kind of mutual rapport professionally- such as a 'HELP ME to HELP YOU' attitude to make money, then maybe we wouldn't be lobbing depth charges at each other on a review site of all places. By your tone, it appears you're a little more thin-skinned than the places where you send your candidates. Isn't it a requirement in order to be employed in the entertainment industry, that to be thick-skinned? To brush off and be acceptable about negative criticism? But here you are, showing off to the public your poor knee skinned scrapes and abrasions. Gee-whiz, should we get you a Band-Aid for that bruised up ego? For your information - I don't badmouth every agency in this town. I've happened have given two positive reviews to two agencies who don't seem to get a good word of mouth in edgewise. I do have a glowingly positive review that I've yet to write on another agency which helped me out a great deal last year, but they're not that greatly popular with other reviewers either. So, keep watching this space - or don't keep watching this space, as it'll probably take you another four months out of that tortoise shell to notice when people are posting mostly negative reviews of your company. And I've barely skimmed the surface of 'bad-mouthing' every agency. I've been working off and on in the entertainment biz for twenty somewhat odd years now - I should know when some recruiter is running a shell game or not. UPDATE 1/8/2015 Well I can tell from your response Jeff, that you're just throwing fodder to the wind in trying to prove you're in the right. At least you don't deny any of my talking points about when you and your staff are rude on the phone with me. For your information: yelp is the last place I come to look for work, so I don't know where you're getting this idea that I'm on Yelp to look for work. I come on Yelp to weed out bad and rude contractors like you and chronicle my experiences with them. For any employer who inquires about my social media life or whether or not I use a LinkedIn or a facebook account; I politely decline to divulge that kind of information and tell them that it's none of their damn business what I post and don't post on social media - as long I don't badmouth any of their clients and since I DO sign waivers to abide by not talking about client business, all parties involved are just copacetic with each other and I'm free to roam about the cabin. In fact, it isn't until when after an assignment with a company ends that I even reveal that I've even worked there on social media. It doesn't take a genius to do a google-search on my 'true identity' anyway. I've already got a extensive list of search engine results anyway - everyone kind of knows what I look like. So please, Jeff, you and your "Kelly" scout can stop fretting about how you 'bruised my ego' is. I've already got a call today on the phone from one of these other agencies that you claim that I've 'badmouthed' about a position at MGM opening up soon. So if you'll excuse me, I've got to take this call. ~ Coat read more

Ariana was my saving grace when I was between jobs!!! She placed me as a contractor, and a few months later I was brought on full time at the company. Even after I wasn't her client, she still continued to give me excellent guidance and provided me with an awesome source of humor (she's hilarious so get ready everyone). I cant thank her enough for everything she's done. read more

I cannot even begin to explain how great Anthony is at his job!!! Eleventh Hour is the place to be if you want a future in entertainment. Thanks for everything! read more

I have had a fantastic experience with Eleventh Hour. Rob is the greatest there is. The thing about this agency that impresses me the most is the level and frequency of communication. Every time I sent Rob an email or gave a call, he responded within 24 hours (usually the same day), and I was never out of the loop. They made me feel great, and I was out on a project for them within three weeks of submitting my CV. I can't say enough about this place. 5 stars for sure. Great company. read more

I had the pleasurable experience of working with Anthony over at Eleventh Hour. I noticed Eleventh Hour on Entertainment Careers one day with several unique sounding opportunities. I was excited when Anthony reached out to me about one of the positions I applied for and off the bat he made me feel wonderful about myself, and my professional experience that I haven't felt from even my employers. His enthusiasm and genuine care in helping me better my techniques, resume, and what areas of my experience I should highlight in my applications. All I can say is this man needs a raise and some praise. It's wonderful meeting another individual so passionate about the entertainment industry. I would highly recommend Anthony and Eleventh Hour recruitment company to up and comers I mentor in the future. read more

Thank you to Jeff and Hal for being very great to work with. I appreciate the honest communication. I recommend 11th Hr to anyone!! They do a great job at really figuring out who you are, how you work and the best environment for you to succeed in. I will miss Hal! read more

You have not contacted me to address the issue. I am also most certainly not a competitor. In fact, I have never spoken with you- and if you are truely concerned about your company and some of the bad practices that I have experienced - you would be apologetic. Very rude, and perhaps you are really ignorant to what you have done to employee and client alike. read more

I got a job 2 weeks after sending in my resume to them. They called me on my cell, scheduled an appointment and took the time to figure out the best company to pair me with. I was temp to hire, Anita really supported me and periodically checked in with not only the HR Director but with me as well to give me status update, things to work on, etc. Would use them again in a heartbeat. read more

I was unemployed for almost 5 months, I had met with every temp agency in this city (and even some out of LA), and then Ariana came into my life. I worked with Eleventh Hour once before, a couple of years ago and had a not so great experience, so I was hesitant to meet with them again, but I'm glad I did. I submitted my resume on a Monday, met with Ariana at their very cool, modern warehouse office space on Thursday, and had three temp-to-perm offers by the following Wednesday! After my first day on my first assignment, I was offered a full time position. Ariana knows what she's doing and will fight as hard as she can for you, you just have to trust her! Don't be turned off by the El Segundo address and the warehouse style building! Most companies these days are converting random spaces into offices. It may look like a sketchy warehouse from the outside but it's fully decked out with bright colors and fun products from the companies they represent on the inside. I'm not a big Yelper but I had to come on here and express my love and gratitude for Ariana after such a long and stressful job hunt! read more

Was hopeful about this staffing agency at first due to Anthony's persistence. The persistency was almost annoying - lots of phone calls and even text messages, but I just assumed he was trying to be helpful. But then after I had couple of interviews with a potential employer, he went radio silent. Basically "ghosted" me. I asked for feedback on certain interviews and next steps and I got a very condescending response, and eventually never heard back regarding other potential opportunities. Would not recommend. Very unprofessional. read more

Eleventh Hour allowed me to get my foot into the door when it came to the entertainment industry. During my interview with Ariana (who then became my recruiter), we discussed my career goals, and she was able to find me jobs suited to my interests. Communication was also very easy and affective when it came to working with eleventh hour. All recruiters are super friendly, and every transaction is handled with care. read more

Guys keep up the great work! Ariana I adore you. This agency has changed my life.

Eleventh Hour is fantastic! They have a very different approach than other agencies. I have worked with other agencies before and always got the feeling that I was a number, and would be completely forgotten once the interview was over, but Eleventh Hour has a very personal, consultative approach. I had two interviews lined up the first day I met them [the first one was scheduled right as I was sitting there with Jeff!] and they placed me in a fantastic agency job. They were great about preparing me for my interviews too, giving me background info and what to expect, and really wanted to find out what my ultimate interests were so they could find the right fit. They were very communicative and open environment [they ask candidates to come dressed casually] which took some of the anxiety out of the already daunting experience of a job hunt. I highly recommend them! read more

I was referred to Eleventh Hour since I was looking for a job and wasn't sure what I wanted to do. Ariana was my recruiter and she worked with me on how to improve my resume and gave me tips for my first day of work. Ariana is very personable and I felt very comfortable being myself. The interview was very easy going, and there is no need to do another interview after your recruiter has found a good fit. The cool thing about this temp agency is that its focused on entertainment companies and they will all look good on your resume if you're trying to gain some experience. Highly recommend Ariana!! read more

I've had an amazing experience working with Eleventh Hour. Ariana and Anthony have helped me get temp opportunities at a company I've wanted to work at for quite a while. They're great people and great at their job. A day after I interviewed there, they got me an awesome temp opportunity. Let's keep it going! Thank you guys! read more

My experience with this company was terrible. They are not professional at all. After they made a mistake, they refused to take responsibility and I received emails that contained personal insults. This showed me, very clearly, that they have no idea how to properly handle conflict in a business environment. In my opinion, they do not have the best interests of their temps or clients in mind. I will never use them again. read more

I have signed up with Eleventh Hour in October 2012. Two weeks after signing up with them I had an assignment with a great company. The communication between my Recruiter, Robert and I is great! He informed me what was available at the time. I let him know the locations and types of assignments that I was looking for. I am currently working a long term assignment and Robert checks in with me often. Robert has worked closely with me and has answered any questions I may have. I submitted my resume to several agencies and received the run around or no answer regarding positions and locations. Eleventh Hour Agency is the best agency that I have worked with. The team is very nice and helpful. read more

I signed up with Eleventh Hour in January 2013. I received an assignment in July of 2013 that was supposed to last two months but went over into April 2014. Robert is the best recruiter as he would check in while I was working and even afterwards. I am not working now but I always check in with Robert and he gets back to me even though he has no work for me at the present time. I have used other agencies but this is the best one so far. I just wish they would pay every week and get direct deposit, maybe in the future :). I have no complaints at all. The team is very nice and helpful. read more

If this agency doesn't help you out, it's probably because you're not worth their time or reputation, or you're not being proactive about staying in contact with them and being realistic. I have nothing but respect for 11th hour. They didn't just get me a job, they got me a career, and all in under 5 months of moving to LA. I now work full time at a major production company. The best way to get good jobs in this town is networking, but if you're new, then staffing agencies are a pretty good place to get started. 11th hour is definitely one of the best. Having serious trouble finding mid to entry-level work in the entertainment industry, probably means you're one of the self-entitled brats in this town who assumes everything comes handed to you on a silver platter. Film/TV jobs are all about executing your job to the best of your ability while simultaneously networking with your team. If you're willing to go out of your way to write a negative review about anything, I'd certainly want nothing to do with you too. read more

It took about a month to finally get in to meet with a recruiter, and I'd say that's pretty indicative of how they operate in general - slow. The office itself is nice... very Marina Del Rey - an open loft, pet friendly and vibrant. The people are friendly and the recruiter seemed interested in getting to know me. I had high hopes of something positive stemming from my visit but after almost three months, I hadn't heard from the recruiter once. I followed-up and received a timely but generic, "we'll keep you in mind for future opportunities" response, which just seemed silly considering I'm very employable. I'm currently employed with a major / global company, hold two degrees (one post graduate), and have a plethora of experience in my field. I recently setup three interviews without a lot of effort, so I don't understand how people who actually recruit for a living have a difficult time pairing a strong candidate with an opportunity. The only thing I can gather is 1) they recruit for a limited number of companies 2) are very niche and only recruit for specific industries (although, I am in a general industry - marketing) or 3) just aren't proactive. Overall: It was an okay experience - very neutral. If you're just feeling around to see what's out there, I don't see the harm in meeting with them. On the other hand, if you're actually adamant about finding a job opportunity in a timely manner, I definitely wouldn't put all (or even most) of my eggs in the Eleventh Hour basket. read more

My experience with Eleventh Hour is nothing short of outstanding. Their staff is as personable and knowledgable as it gets in the greater Los Angeles area and their contacts in the entertainment industry cannot be beat. Jeff G. and his staff are truly dedicated to finding the right fit, as opposed to most recruiters who are simply eager to place. Eleventh Hour is quick, efficient, trustworthy and all about its clients...as it should be. read more

Can't say enough great things about this agency - several months ago I was unhappy in my then-current staff role at another company, and checked out Eleventh Hour because I'd heard they were the best. Not only were they able to see me right away on very short notice, within a few weeks I ended up in a wonderful contract position at a great company who treated me better than any other I've worked at so far during my time in LA. Robert Specland is a great Recruiter, has excellent communication skills, and really makes you feel like you're being looked after, unlike other staffing agencies I've dealt with. I was never in the dark about anything, and never felt the need to pursue them for information - if there were any updates regarding my position, I was always notified ASAP, and always felt that my best interests were always being looked after. I can honestly say the role Eleventh Hour found me has been my best working experience so far, period - if you're looking for any kind of work, don't hesitate to look them up - they will not disappoint! read more