Good Pay, But you need to understand the culture - Project Manager Terrain Studio Employee Review

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If you possess any alternative employment offers, I would earnestly advise steering clear of Terrain Studio. While I seldom pen reviews, the urgency to broadcast my candid reflections on this firm stems from a desire to aid others in making well-informed career choices. Should you find yourself considering Terrain Studio, I implore you to treat it as a recourse of last resort. My tenure there revealed a workplace of benevolent, industrious colleagues. Yet, the turnover rate at this establishment borders on the absurd. From the moment I inked my acceptance to the day I first stepped through its doors, individuals were already on their way out by choice. In time, it became apparent that many of my peers were actively seeking other opportunities. Initially, the reasons eluded me; however, the longer I remained, the clearer the rationale became.

The work environment at Terrain Studio could only be described as toxic. Expectations for prolonged working hours were the norm, not the exception, compounded by principals who, entrenched in their workaholic tendencies, inadvertently cultivated a culture where leaving on time felt like a professional faux pas. Instances where we were expected to multitask through lunch meetings were not uncommon, betraying a fundamental lack of respect and compassion from the top down. It was disheartening to witness principles mock external people, colloquially referring to them as “potatoes” during professional meetings—a behavior that was both unprofessional and demeaning. Moreover, the rapid turnover at the firm was telling. A healthy organization wouldn't see such a constant flux of departures. It’s worth noting that some of my colleagues felt compelled to stay due to visa constraints—yet, the moment their status was secured, they would leave without hesitation. In sum, if your circumstances allow, seek employment elsewhere. Terrain Studio should be considered only if no other options are available.