Is Real Chemistry a good company to work for?

Real Chemistry has an overall rating of 3.2 out of 5, based on over 691 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has increased by 5% over the last 12 months. 36% of employees would recommend working at Real Chemistry to a friend and 40% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Real Chemistry have been left by employees working as Internship , Analyst and Managing Director .

Does Real Chemistry pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Real Chemistry employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.4 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Real Chemistry. This rating has improved by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Real Chemistry?

36% of Real Chemistry employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Real Chemistry 2.4 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.8 for culture and values and 3.1 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Real Chemistry?

Account Manager (38) , Account Associate (36) , Director (25) , Senior Account Manager (17) , Account Director (16) , Analyst (15) , Group Director (15) , Manager (15) , Senior Manager (14) , Managing Director (12) , Internship (11) , Associate Account Director (8) , Account Executive (7) , Associate Director (7) , Intern (7)

What are the pros of working at Real Chemistry according to real employee reviews?

"some of the people who choose not to play in the silly interpersonal games can be great people." ((in 84 reviews)); "Benefits are great!" ((in 46 reviews)); "Good pay compared to other agencies with similar clients." ((in 33 reviews)); "They have a great team and are very flexible/understanding" ((in 30 reviews)); "Great benefits and unlimited PTO (if you choose to use it and are able)." ((in 17 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Real Chemistry according to real employee reviews?

"Lack of work life balance and our success being based on “how billable we are.”" ((in 36 reviews)); "I witnessed senior leadership saying some things in social settings that were inappropriate and disrespectful." ((in 34 reviews)); "The culture is toxic as it is run by a former top 4 consulting firm tech bro who likes to casually throw around f" ((in 34 reviews)); "Hours are long and unpredictable" ((in 32 reviews)); "Management is horrible in so many departments." ((in 18 reviews))

What are employees saying about Real Chemistry layoffs in 2026?

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Real Chemistry reviews

3.2

36% would recommend to a friend

(600 total reviews)

Shankar Narayanan

34% approve of CEO

40% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.4

Compensation and benefits

3.1

Career opportunities

3.0

Diversity & inclusion

2.8

Culture & values

2.7

Senior management

2.4

Work/Life balance

Real Chemistry has an employee rating of 3.2 out of 5 stars, based on 600 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Real Chemistry employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Media & Communication industry (3.7 stars).

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600 reviews

5.0

Jan 16, 2017

Excellent Company for Bright Minds and Self Starters

Director

Recommend

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Pros

- Almost limitless opportunity to learn, grow and develop new skills - Great community of bright, passionate professionals around the globe - Integrated mix of PR, Analytics, Traditional Agency/Studio operating at the intersection of technology, design, life sciences and marketing - Many of the brightest and most passionate team members have been at the agency for years and have helped it grow from a small independent shop to a global, multi-disciplinary agency

Cons

Not a traditional agency with lots of guardrails and old school process, like the industries they support W2O is always evolving and innovating - this can be challenge for non-self starters or non-entrepreneurial employees but is a real plus once the model and approach is clear.

Real Chemistry Response

9y

We appreciate your candid feedback and we agree we’re not for everyone. We take pride in our self-starting and entrepreneurial environment and to your point, those who embrace it can thrive here!

5.0

Jan 13, 2017

W2O Perspectives 2017

Group director

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Dynamic, high-energy, multi-dimensional staff and services. Results-oriented, risk-takers who mentor staff, counsel clients, add value, collaborate AND want to have fun will thrive. SONOS system, snacks, ping-pong table, talent show, ad hoc team nights out are some of the environmental perks. In-house Creative Services and Analytics offerings equip teams with intelligence and confidence to provide clients with unique creative concepts and insights. Truly integrated and independent. Functions better than holding company subsidiaries required to share clients and fight for revenue.

Cons

Minimal kinks associated with a start-up entering its next phase of growth (e.g., complicated vendor payment process, currently enhancing staff forecasting process, etc.). People who are not self-starters, have difficulty communicating or working with various types of colleagues or find it challenging to flex may feel the environment is too dynamic.

Real Chemistry Response

9y

It’s employees like you that embrace and thrive in our high-energy, multi-dimensional environment that are responsible for our growth and success. We will continue to institute more efficient processes and focus on communication to break-down silos and provide better traffic management throughout the agency.

4.0

Jan 13, 2017

Great Place to Work if You are Willing to Put in the Effort

Senior business leader

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Smart, motivated people. Good clients looking to innovate. Opportunity to grow and a CEO that cares about people at all levels in the org.

Cons

With any fast growing company there are bumps in the road. But if you are willing to work hard, learn on the fly and collaborate with others, you will do just fine.

Real Chemistry Response

9y

Thanks for the feedback. We are very fortunate to have smart, motivated employees working for us. Our CEO and Founder takes great pride in growing our company. We are committed to providing our teams with efficient processes and systems and making key senior hires that will continue to add value and cultivate our high performance culture.

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