Hearst reviews

3.6

65% would recommend to a friend

(304 total reviews)

Steven R. Swartz

74% approve of CEO

54% positive business outlook

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3.0
Mar 10, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Many of the people I worked with on a writer/editor level were talented. Pay is better than at independent media companies but lower than at competitors such as Conde Nast. Similarly, budgets are bigger than independent media companies but lower than competitors. Working for a known company can sound impressive.

Cons

Frequent layoffs, at least once per year. Little room for growth in terms of career progression, unless you are a favorite. Very normal for ppl to stay 5+ years in an associate/assistant role. Similarly, very rare to get a "merit raise" above 2-3%.

4.0
Feb 10, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Uncapped commissions, and a great product suite. Clear Process you can succeed with, great benefits for raising or starting a family, Huge company so you can likely move to another market.

Cons

Its a high pressure sales role and comes with the same things you would expect in those roles.

5.0
Feb 7, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Good pay and people and benefits

Cons

Political, lots of infighting among management

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