Working at a smaller agency means wearing many, many hats. It means staying on top of, understanding and knowing next steps for not only your own work, but your coworkers' work as well. On top of that, there will always be more than one project you are working on, and it's up to you to ensure you're juggling them all most effectively.
That being said, a high-paced environment isn't for everyone. You need to be able to seamlessly flip the switch from project to project, from client to client, always giving your all to the one in front of you at any given time. Nights later than 7pm are not common, but they happen, and when they do you need to be ready to hunker down and do the work.
In a word, it's demanding. That's why having enthusiasm and creativity are so important at BatesMeron. No matter what you're working on, or how much you're working on, your passion for branding and marketing is what will keep your head above water and your heart in your work.