Honestly the most cruel people - Producer Barrel Employee Review

1.0
Oct 14, 2019
Recommend
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Pros

My experience at Barrel was nothing but horrible. Other than having great coworkers I have nothing to say.

Cons

They are extremely cruel and abusive people, willing to inflict constant mental anguish for their employees. They are so manipulative and blame their employees for any business issues instead of looking at themselves. There is no work-life balance, no upward mobility, and they have low low pay. Some of these good reviews they have pressured past employees to write. DON'T BELIEVE THE GOOD REVIEWS

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5.0
Jan 27, 2026
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Pros

- Amazing reputation in the Shopify ecosystem for an agency - Challenging work that forces you to adapt/learn constantly. Never a dull moment! -Good comp, amazing benefits [half day Fridays year round, home office set-up, professional development stipend, solid health insurance, etc..] - Opportunity to make real changes inside the company if your idea is solid - Unparalleled place for personal/professional growth. Lots of responsibility placed on each employee & a lot expected- but also a focus by leadership on the growth of each employee - Unlimited growth potential if you have areas you're interested in across design, Shopify, technical, sales, marketing, etc..

Cons

- Consistent moments of high stress & pressing timelines. Have to be prepared to handle multiple priority items at the same time over a long period of time

2.0
Feb 26, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Good place to learn in early career

Cons

Not great work life balance

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