Pros
The junior team brings great energy and openness to the company culture. Many are friendly, forward-thinking, and play a key role in fostering a positive, inclusive environment despite their diverse personalities.
Cons
- There appeared to be a notable disconnect between leadership and the rest of the team. Senior management was rarely visible, and in some cases, new team members were not welcomed or acknowledged, something that felt inappropriate in a small company like this one. - Roles and responsibilities were often blurred. For example, those working in social media were expected to produce shoots, editors handled cameras, camera operators were editing, and production staff managed sound. This lack of structure led to inefficiencies and confusion. - Several managerial roles were held by young or inexperienced individuals, leading to unclear guidance and inconsistent decisions. - Decision-making was largely centralised in one inexperienced person, with minimal delegation. - The HR function appeared inexperienced and lacked the proactive presence and support typically expected in such a role. - Micromanagement practices such as requiring employees to remain at their desks until a fixed time regardless of workload completion. - Approximately 15 highly valued team members were recently let go with little explanation, through short meetings with minimal context.