Art Director - Art Director/Manager JCPenney Employee Review

2.0
Oct 25, 2015
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

It's a good company to learn the business of retail advertising.

Cons

Since about 2008 the management style is "manage by fear" . They use negative reinforcement to get you to do your job. If you are a strong person and can take it without lashing out or pointing out others faults you will be ok.

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Cons

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5.0
Jun 4, 2026
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Pros

If you like working early morning hours and getting off early in the afternoon (which I do) this is a great part-time job. I was a college student when I worked here so it worked perfectly with my schedule. The pay is pretty decent and the people you work with are friendly.

Cons

Only real downside is that it's retail. You're going to run into some rude customers from time to time. There's always work to do and not enough time given to do it sometimes. But as long as you work hard and managers see that you're trying your best there isn't too much pressure put on you.

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