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      Steep learning curve but pathetic work-life balance - Copy Editor Penguin Random House Employee Review

      2.0
      20 Oct 2015
      Copy editor
      Recommend
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      Pros

      Good learning curve Colleagues are friendly and helpful Work is interesting and challenging

      Cons

      Terrible work-life balance. Employees are expected to work like donkeys to meet deadlines, and salary hikes do not even keep up with inflation. My colleagues and I take work home on weekdays, weekends and even when we are on leave or on vacation. The pressure we are under ultimately affects health and personal relationships.

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      5.0
      20 May 2026
      Audiobook narrator/producer
      Recommend
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      Pros

      Great writing, Top tier production

      Cons

      The male director never asked me once how I was doing or offer any advice to calm my nerves (on my first production ever with them) which lead to a burdensome recording process.

      2.0
      8 June 2026
      Financial analyst
      Recommend
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      Business outlook

      Pros

      Nice office to work from

      Cons

      No clear steps for advancement

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