Jan 26, 2018
Runner
Anonymous employee
ESPN reviews
4.0
79% would recommend to a friend
James Pitaro
93% approve of CEO
69% positive business outlook
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4.0
Jan 6, 2018
Powerhouse company that at times has been slow to innovate
Anonymous employee
Former employee, more than 8 years
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros
- As a feature producer, depending what unit / management you work for, there are phenomenal opportunities to travel. - Again with the caveat that it's variable depending on what department you're with, there are opportunities to pursue directing/producing any domestic/ international story on the sports landscape. Pitch the story, get a green lit, and you're off in running. - Resources at the company are unparalleled. As a Feature Producer, the footage rights an individual has access to are remarkable. - Smart, driven and overall very talented colleagues.
Cons
- base salaries are low - even for top performers, advancement moves at a very slow pace - some lack of flexibility as it relates to work/life balance
3.0
Nov 27, 2017
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook
Pros
You're working at the World Wide Leader. If you're hourly on the studio or dot com side, the opportunities for OT and holiday pay are plentiful. You can meet your sports heroes. End-of-year bonus. 401k company match. Free Disney passes, and discounts at the hotels. On-site gym and cafeteria. You have the opportunity to learn a lot if you are proactive.
Cons
Review process is convoluted-- you're expected to write goals regarding things that you have no control over (like assignments) and then held to them. You have zero control over the direction of your career (they put you on the track that they want you, not necessarily where your strengths/interests lie). It's hard to get promoted if you aren't friends with management. People who do go out of their way to learn new skills are put in positions to use them with more responsibility but management is shocked when you also ask for more pay or a promotion. In studio production positions it's really hard to get holidays or weekends off. Having seniority no longer means anything. Perception is more important than reality.
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