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JOHN MCNEIL STUDIO

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Consider all of your options first - Anonymous employee JOHN MCNEIL STUDIO Employee Review

2.0
7 Jan 2016
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Some very talented people working here, but that number has decreased as things have become more hectic in the studio. As a first job out of school, it can be a good place to gain experience. Decent snacks and monthly social events. Location allows for a reverse commute from the city or a short commute if you're in the east bay. Largish clients, but mainly tech company B2B work.

Cons

For an agency that promotes itself as a small, progressive studio, it can be rigid and is very concerned with hierarchy and titles. Big egos often hang up workflow unnecessarily and make things overly complicated. Communication is terrible across the entire studio and there is zero consideration about making sure everyone is informed of changes. Lack of "team effort" mentality. Timelines for projects are unrealistic leading to regular weekend work, long nights, and lots of employee turnover.

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5.0
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Anonymous intern
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Pros

Incredibly interesting work, always something fun or exciting happening in the office, beautiful building

Cons

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2.0
28 Aug 2025
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Pros

Individual relationships are strong The office is inviting and the layout creates a sense of openness that encourages collaboration

Cons

Burnout is the norm here. You’re either pushing yourself past the limit or risk being seen as not working hard enough. There isn’t much mentorship, and you’re often expected to churn out ideas without real guidance. The open floor plan suggests collaboration, but the culture doesn’t really back that up. Leadership is overbearing at times, which makes the environment uncomfortable. Growth for women is especially tough, and the turnover rate reflects that. Overall, management is disorganized and quick to lose their temper, which trickles down to the rest of the team. Don’t say anything about it though, that really won’t turn out well.

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