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Sinclair Broadcast Group

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Great entry level market - Newscast Director Sinclair Broadcast Group Employee Review

4.0
May 2, 2021
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Pros

Steubenville is perfect for anyone wanting to get into broadcasting while being able to both learn and produce a good product

Cons

Management can be difficult, but that is pretty typical is a high pressure/fast work environment.

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Sinclair Broadcast Group Response
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Thanks for leaving a review! We know how important that first job can be and the amount of learning that can happen for those staff members. We’re honored that so many people choose Sinclair to be their launching point in this industry and are thrilled to hear your experience has been a positive one so far. If you have thoughts on how we can improve our management training, please reach out to employment@sbgtv.com as we’d love to hear them.

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5.0
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Pros

Flexibility with my schedule to be able to take and pick up my kids from school. Great team to work with at my location. Ability to train and do jobs outside of my regular task to get hands on experience in other areas.

Cons

Department was restructured and my position was relocated.

1.0
Jul 11, 2026
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Pros

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Cons

In my experience, Sinclair has consistently expected employees to absorb significantly increased workloads without providing compensation that reflects those additional responsibilities. Operators are routinely asked to manage the work that would traditionally be distributed among multiple positions, while compensation has failed to keep pace with either the scope of the role or the rising cost of living. Annual wage adjustments have not meaningfully reflected inflation, resulting in a steady decline in employees' purchasing power despite increased expectations and operational demands. This has created an environment where dedication and expanded responsibilities are met with minimal financial recognition. I am also deeply concerned by the company's apparent strategy of shifting Media Operations Center (MOC) functions overseas in pursuit of lower labor costs. While organizations certainly have the right to pursue cost efficiencies, doing so at the expense of experienced domestic employees sends a clear message about where the company's priorities lie. From my perspective, this approach prioritizes short-term cost reduction over employee retention, institutional knowledge, and long-term operational excellence. It reflects a business philosophy that places financial savings ahead of investing in the people who have consistently delivered the work required to keep operations running successfully.

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