ESPN reviews

4.0

79% would recommend to a friend

(1,301 total reviews)
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93% approve of CEO

69% positive business outlook

ESPN has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 1,301 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The ESPN employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Media & Communication industry (3.9 stars).

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1K reviews
4.0
Sep 23, 2008
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

good company with a solid philosophy pertaining to work ethic and reward

Cons

it can be a very political environment in which some talented people find it hard to advance. there is a fairly strong old boys network that operates at espn, and although it is very possible to achieve success at espn if you are not part of this club, it can sometimes be a longer road to travel.

2.0
Jan 15, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Easy once trained Some good trainers and people Great Directors People are very nice to your face Best for short time to get experience. Get out before you get stuck. Don’t settle.

Cons

Retaliatory culture. If something happens to you they will find a way to retaliate or run you out before they make it right. Not good for women or minorities. Odd hours and little chance for good days off. Lack of transparency and clear communication. Can get mundane and boring. Location is awful, no culture outside of the job, very little to do, especially on odd days off. Toxic work environment. Culture is outwardly great but covertly insincere. Even sports enthusiasts eventually want out.

2.0
Aug 12, 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

The perks are impressive, particularly the Disney passes and health benefits, among others. The majority of individuals are friendly, the primary campus is great, and the constant immersion in the world of sports is truly enjoyable around the clock.

Cons

Even if you're a committed and hardworking employee with consistently excellent reviews throughout your entire career, the decision-makers responsible for eliminating positions do not always consider individual performance. Instead, these decisions appear to be influenced by personal relationships. In the end, regardless of your dedication, you may find yourself being cast aside and told that it's not about you, its the position being eliminated. ESPN/Disney has undergone significant changes from its earlier days, and I wouldn't suggest pursuing employment there unless you're comfortable with low morale and the uncertainty of being at risk of job cuts every few years.

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