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Sinclair Broadcast Group

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Great overall experience in ad sales - Account Executive Sinclair Broadcast Group Employee Review

5.0
Sep 7, 2021
Recommend
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Pros

The base pay was great for an entry level ad sales job (I only had 6 months experience prior), and the overall comp/benefits were very fair. Sinclair was also great about prioritizing the health of employees during the beginning of the pandemic, and allowed non-essential employees to work remotely. They offered tons of flexibility showing that they actually values their employees compared to some competitors like Nexstar.

Cons

Commission rates for agency business are low

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Sinclair Broadcast Group Response
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We so appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts about the positive work experience you had at Sinclair. We want our employees to feel that they are being compensated fairly for their hard work. Thank you for recognizing Sinclair’s actions during the pandemic as there is nothing more important than creating a healthy and safe environment for our employees. If you ever have feedback to share, please reach out to employment@sbgtv.com as we know there is always room for growth.

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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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