I am writing this review to express my deep dissatisfaction with the interview process at FCB Chicago, which I experienced firsthand a couple of months ago. As someone who was referred to the company, I had high hopes for a seamless and respectful interview experience. Unfortunately, my interactions with the hiring team left me utterly disappointed and frustrated. From the very beginning, I was led to believe that referrals were highly valued at FCB Chicago. During the introductory call, the emphasis on the significance of referrals gave me confidence that my application was in good hands. It was suggested that my qualifications were impressive on paper and that success in the subsequent interviews was the key determinant. However, my initial optimism quickly turned into disillusionment. After a brief call with the hiring manager that focused on collaboration and design processes, I had expected a smooth follow-up process. Instead, I found myself having to initiate multiple follow-up emails just to gain clarity on the interview schedule. This lack of proactive communication left me feeling ignored and unimportant as a potential candidate. The disheartening experience took a turn for the worse when I was informed that the final interview was postponed due to departmental reshuffling. Once again, it was my responsibility to repeatedly contact them to inquire about updates. After a two-week wait, I was informed that the role I had interviewed for had been eliminated altogether, and a new position, UI Designer, was suggested as an alternative. What was more baffling was the fact that after expressing their commitment to referrals, the communication simply ceased. I was effectively ghosted by a company that claimed to value such connections. My experience with FCB Chicago's interview process reflects a lack of respect for candidates' time, effort, and professionalism. The series of postponements, lack of transparent communication, and ultimately being cast aside for a different position made me question the sincerity of the company's commitment to its candidates. It is profoundly disappointing to see an organization that boasts about valuing referrals and qualifications treat a potential employee in such a cavalier manner.