Travis B.
Complete Scam
Took our money, got halfway through the project and then they literally just stopped responding to everything and disappeared. They stole 15k from us and didn't deliver anything. It's a complete scam. Avoid at all costs.

Many businesses are leaving money on the table because they don’t stand out. At The Draw Shop, we use story-based and science-backed formulas to create video content that just works. The Draw Shop, a woman-owned small business, is a premier National and Global Video Production and Marketing Agency focused on providing Full-Service animated explainer and tutorial videos, copywriting services, and graphics for agencies, institutions, companies, and brands in any industry sector. We specialize in exceptional messaging for complex concepts and making content impossible to misunderstand. The team produces video content that utilizes a mix of whiteboard animation, 2D/3D animation, motion graphics, and mixed media for startups to Fortune 500 companies, including Twitter, Cisco, Uber, Aetna, Caterpillar, Thermo Fisher, Bio-Rad Laboratories, Diebold Nixdorf, Google, Lockheed Martin and more. With every piece of content (video, copy, images), The Draw Shop uses cutting-edge marketing tactics and strategy to inspire action and dramatically increase engagement with target audiences. We know that creating content that gets people to take action is critical to attracting more customers and keeping your audience engaged so that you stand out as the best in your industry. Bring us your first question at https://www.thedrawshop.com
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Travis B.
Took our money, got halfway through the project and then they literally just stopped responding to everything and disappeared. They stole 15k from us and didn't deliver anything. It's a complete scam. Avoid at all costs.
anthony L.
***BUYER BEWARE***** My experience started off great. Then took a drastic shift. My entire project was basically forgotten about due to the constant revolving door of employees at this company. 3 months after the original deadline that it was “completed” there ability to organize and launch my ad campaign was the absolute worst and unprofessional experience I ever had. DO NOT WASTE YOUR HEARD EARNED $$$$ WITH THIS FIRM.
Ray C.
This company has been aweful to work with. They sell as if they're experts however expect to do a TON of work vs them actually being experts by industry. Besides the amt of back and forth this took for 6 months, the VSL is not performing at all. Ive asked for my $ back per their "Guarantee" in the contract. We'll see if they actually honor their word. I would not work with them unless they have proven results in your industry.
Response from The Draw ShopMar 26, 2024
We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. We understand your concerns regarding your recent video campaign and want to assure you that we are committed to making things right. We recognize that the campaign is still in its early stages and just launched, and we're actively gathering data to assess and improve its performance as quickly as possible, while also being mindful of the time it has been running. Our team is already on the case, reviewing every aspect of the project to ensure an outcome that meets your expectations. We acknowledge that the time taken in this process was longer than normal and anticipated, which was a key factor in transitioning you to a new Customer Success Manager. This move was intended to provide you with the enhanced support moving forward and the attention your project deserves. We value your business and are committed to resolving these issues promptly. We take this very seriously and look forward to turning this experience around. Thank you again for your feedback – it's crucial for our team to continue improving and providing the best service possible.
CG
I was very excited to do a project with this company. The original price and timeline was reasonable. After a few delays on their end we finally got going. After a few revisions I was still not satisfied and they said any additional revisions were going to cost a lot more to get what I wanted. Normally, I would be ok with that except that a large portion of the process they billed me for (script writing) I did myself and gave to them. I asked if I could get a credit since I did not use their script writer. They refused. I then asked since we stopped in the middle of the process if I could get a partial refund for the work they did not do. Again they refused. So I paid them in full for work they did not do and was unable to get my money back or any of it. Would not recommend this company.
Response from The Draw ShopMar 26, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are genuinely concerned to hear about your dissatisfaction with our services, as we strive to ensure every client's experience is positive and fulfilling. Upon reviewing our records, we were unable to match the name you submitted with this review and the details of your experience with the information we have. To address your concerns appropriately and thoroughly, we kindly request additional information regarding your project. This will enable us to investigate further and work towards a resolution that meets your expectations. Your satisfaction is of utmost importance to us, and we are committed to resolving any issues in a manner that leaves you feeling satisfied. Please email us at [email protected] with more details about your project, including any relevant communication or documentation that can aid in us coming up with a satisfactory resolution. We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to the opportunity to make things right. Sincerely, The Customer Support Team
L R.
(Update: 21/March): Despite renewed communication ads are continuing to fail to perform as promised - we are currently encountering 200% INCREASE in cost per lead after using their new ads (i.e. The Draw Shop's ad creatives are performing worse than what we were using previously) Qualitatively, The Draw Shop presents some great-looking ads, however when initially working with them they've promised a 2x improvement in cost of leads for our business. After working with them, the client success manager that I originally had has switched jobs within 3 months of working with them. Once the VSL was delivered, the new client success manager has a terrible set of availabilities - in order to communicate with them, you need to 'book a time' - except the times available are between 4am - 8am. A 4-hour block of availabilities on most days, at hours that probably don't suit most people. Also found the new client success manager to be much harder to work with than the previous one - which feels like a bait and switch. The worst thing is that the ads with new creatives have actually performed worse than our original. I've tried getting them to solve, in which case they penned a list of suggested changes, where almost none makes sense to implement (and our current media buyers agree on this). Hopefully they reach out after this and resolve this (in which case i'm more than happy to review this and readjust my rating), but otherwise would strongly recommend looking elsewhere - really shocking experience so far and has consumed a lot more of my time than originally budgeted which doesn't match what other people have been writing on here.
Response from The Draw ShopMar 15, 2024
Thank you for your updated response. We understand that transitioning to a new Client Success Manager (CSM) and having your current marketing team adapt to different strategies can be challenging. The previous CSM was with us for over a year and at this stage of your project, the team decided it was best to bring in one of our experts to your project to ensure a successful outcome. We acknowledge the frustration you might feel with the change. We also acknowledge your frustration with the increase in the cost per lead and the performance of your campaign. In this particular case, you have existing marketing in place and a team outside of our team, running your campaigns. For any client that is using their marketing team, we have found that a proactive and collaborative approach works best. We understand that our suggestions do not align with your team’s current strategies or the marketing specialist you were working with. As with all clients, we only offer perspectives that have worked in the past and that can enhance your campaigns. It is our understanding that your marketing manager no longer wants to work on the campaign. We’d like to point out that results in digital advertising can vary and may take time, which is why we allot a suggested period to see those results once your campaigns are launched. Again, we were not the ones running your campaigns and did not have the opportunity to work with them to implement our suggestions. The success stories and positive reviews we've received are a testament to the trust and patience our clients have placed in us, alongside their willingness to embrace new strategies and recommendations whether it is us running their campaigns or we are working with their marketing teams to ensure the successful outcome we set forth. We are hoping you give us this opportunity and have offered complimentary campaign management by our team to do so. Regarding the scheduling difficulties, we do see that you have had daily interactions communication on What’s App and email with our team, and the difficulty appears that you were not able to find a Zoom meeting on the calendar link that aligned with your time zone, as you are in a different time zone than our regular office working hours. We understand how that can be frustrating, but as acknowledged in the previous reply, but are happy to see that you are communicating. Our hope is that we can receive answers and visibility to your campaigns so that we can help with our team’s expertise. We cannot force this, but we are here to help should you accept it.
customer
I hired the draw shop with the understanding that this would be different. They spoke about the value and the speed with which they work. 9 weeks since signing all I got is an HTML file that is supposed to be the landing page. The ads were not done according to what they promised. I asked for a refund that was part of their guarantee, and instead of issuing it, they ignored my request and billed my credit card another installment. I would not recommend this company to anyone. Edit: the company draw shop flagged my review as false and is trying to get it removed stating it’s a fake review. But I have an email from Summer the CEO referring to this review knowing it’s mine. They don’t back up their money back guarantee and they just ghost you after you complain.
Response from The Draw ShopOct 23, 2023
We appreciate your feedback, although we regret not being able to address you by name due to the absence of identification in your review. Nevertheless, we take all feedback seriously and would like to respond to your concerns to the best of our ability, while also clarifying some important points for potential customers. First and foremost, while we are unclear who you are, we acknowledge your frustration with the timeline and deliverables. At The Draw Shop, we always strive to meet our clients' expectations for speed and quality. However, it's important to note that project timelines are typically estimated to the best of our ability, taking into account the scope of work, client input, and revisions. We also rely on client feedback to ensure the final product aligns with your vision, which can sometimes lead to unforeseen delays. Regarding your mention of being billed without your consent, we want to assure you that we have never charged any customer without their explicit agreement and consent. This goes against our principles of transparency and ethical business conduct. Our commitment is to provide value and deliver on our promises. We value all feedback and are dedicated to resolving any outstanding issues and improving our services. We are committed to ensuring all of our customers receive the highest level of service they deserve. In closing, we appreciate your feedback and are eager to work with you to address your concerns and find a solution that meets your expectations should you decide to reach out to us directly. Please reach out to our customer support team, and we will make every effort to address your specific situation promptly. Thank you for bringing these matters to our attention, and we apologize for any inconvenience you may have experienced during your engagement with us. We look forward to the opportunity to make amends and regain your trust in our services.