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Giovatto Advertising

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I wish I had read something like this before accepting the job - Account Executive Giovatto Advertising Employee Review

1.0
4 Mar 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Work from home Mondays and Fridays (although leadership has mentioned wanting to remove it because they truly believe employees are not working during those days)

Cons

Some workplaces teach you skills. Others teach you how much you’re willing to endure. Writing this review isn’t easy because my experience here affected me both professionally and personally. By the time I left, I was emotionally exhausted and constantly anxious about going to work. Most mornings I woke up thinking, is today the day I get fired? Sadly, that fear wasn’t irrational. I watched it happen to a lot of people around me. Turnover was extremely high because people were often fired suddenly, and it created a constant feeling of uncertainty in the office. Workloads also felt very uneven. Many employees were overwhelmed trying to keep up with heavy responsibilities, while some family members working at the company appeared to have much lighter workloads. It was discouraging to see personal activities from family members scheduled on the company calendar during work hours while others were struggling just to keep up. The pressure never really stopped. Employees were expected to take on more and more work without additional support. At one point there was even a 10% company wide pay cut, which was incredibly discouraging, especially in today’s economy. Many employees were already under significant stress, so this decision affected people both financially and emotionally, especially while leadership continued expecting everyone to work even harder during that time. Conflicts between leadership sometimes played out openly with raised voices, slammed doors, and an atmosphere that made people feel uncomfortable. There were also moments when inappropriate comments were made that felt insensitive, including remarks that came across as racially insensitive. What makes this harder to say is that coworkers were never the problem. Many of them were hardworking, supportive people who genuinely cared about doing their jobs well. Unfortunately, the leadership culture made it very difficult for people to feel valued or secure. Looking back, I realize how much this job affected my mental health. I left feeling drained, discouraged, and constantly on edge. The most difficult part wasn’t leaving the job..it was realizing how much it had already taken from me.

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5.0
28 Jan 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Giovatto is a hands-on agency where you truly learn the business from the inside out. Leadership is deeply involved, expectations are high, and the work is real, not busy work. You gain exposure to strategy, client relationships, media, and execution in a way that’s rare at larger agencies where roles are siloed. The team is tight-knit, fast-moving, and loyal. If you’re someone who wants accountability, direct feedback, and the opportunity to grow through responsibility, this is a great environment.

Cons

This is not a passive workplace. It is best suited for people who are self-motivated and comfortable in a family-run, high-standards culture.

1.0
7 Jan 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

I did meet a few great people, and we got through a lot by leaning on each other and venting about how badly things were run. That shared experience and support was the only thing that made this job manageable.

Cons

This company is defined by poor leadership from the top down, creating an extremely unhealthy work environment. The executive team creates a demeaning culture that leaves employees feeling demoralized and undervalued. Employee feedback is often dismissed, and collaboration is replaced with ego driven decision making. The entire company struggles under this poor leadership. There is a serious lack of accountability and support across departments. The work is emotionally and physically draining due to the leadership culture. There is little room for growth, recognition, or respect. Even high-performing employees can feel undervalued and overlooked. This role was not worth the impact on my time, energy, or mental well-being.

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