Does Los Angeles Times pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Los Angeles Times employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.7 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Los Angeles Times. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Los Angeles Times?

40% of Los Angeles Times employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Los Angeles Times 3.1 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.8 for culture and values and 2.3 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Los Angeles Times?

Reporter (12) , Journalist (7) , Intern (6) , Staff Writer (6) , Account Executive (5) , Manager (5) , News Reporter (4) , Copy Editor (3) , Editor (3) , Marketing Analyst (3) , Art Director (2) , Contractor (2) , Customer Service Representative (2) , Design Editor (2) , Designer (2)

What are the pros of working at Los Angeles Times according to real employee reviews?

"great people and dream journalism job" ((in 29 reviews)); "I worked with great colleagues who had a lot of talent and enthusiasm." ((in 13 reviews)); "Good pay compared to most entry" ((in 10 reviews)); "Benefits are good but used to be better." ((in 10 reviews)); "Great team to work for." ((in 7 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Los Angeles Times according to real employee reviews?

"Lack of union negotiation and constant layoffs." ((in 8 reviews)); "Intense managers, changing industry, brute force approach to technology" ((in 7 reviews)); "Confused leadership and lack of vision" ((in 7 reviews)); "Upper Management is clueless and are lost in their goals" ((in 6 reviews)); "Wish they would give better compensation based on revenue brought in." ((in 4 reviews))

What are employees saying about Los Angeles Times layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Los Angeles Times layoffs and their outlook for job security at Los Angeles Times in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Los Angeles Times locations?

Los Angeles , El Segundo , New York , Dallas , Orange , Irwindale , Austin , Burbank , Chatsworth , Costa Mesa , Granada Hills , Santa Monica , Ontario , Victorville , Los Angeles Subdivision

Los Angeles Times reviews

2.9

40% would recommend to a friend

(225 total reviews)

Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong

14% approve of CEO

19% positive business outlook

Company ratings over time

Ratings trend for the last 6 months (225 reviews)

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Los Angeles Times has an employee rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars, based on 225 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Los Angeles Times employee rating is 22% below average for employers within the Media & Communication industry (3.7 stars).

Reviews by job title

225 reviews

3.0

Jan 29, 2024

aight

Designer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

large paper, means well, but doesn't execute on it's promises to readers or employees.

Cons

inconsistent managment. unsure direction, often feels transitory. people are always moving. Recent layoffs kill morale

Los Angeles Times Response

2y

Thank you for reviewing and sharing your feedback. We understand the recent workforce reduction has been difficult. The changes are not a reflection of the hard work of our colleagues. Our industry continues to face economic challenges, but we are committed to building a sustainable business.

2.0

Jan 20, 2024

Good experience, bad management

Mid-level employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Experiences are great and you work with very talented people

Cons

Disorganized management, stifling of ideas, job insecurity, lack of care about employees, squandered opportunities

Los Angeles Times Response

2y

Thank you for reviewing and sharing your feedback. If you experienced anything you felt created an uncomfortable work environment, we encourage you to report it to our ethics hotline, which you may do anonymously, either online by following this link (https://secure.ethicspoint.com/domain/media/en/gui/80938/index.html) or by phone toll-free at 844-510-1878.

4.0

Dec 25, 2023

A Fair Assessment of Product Management at Los Angeles Times

Product manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Working as a Product Manager at the Los Angeles Times means being part of a respected institution and a talented team. Experimentation is welcomed, the work environment is a blend of journalism and technology, and work-life balance is decent.

Cons

The pace of product development can be sluggish compared to tech-centric companies. The constant transition of the organization can lead to unforeseen changes, and cross-department collaboration can be challenging. Career advancement opportunities within the product management team seem limited.

Los Angeles Times Response

2y

Thank you for your review and for your time on our product team. If you have received an exit survey, we encourage you to share your feedback there to help us continue improving communication, creating a more collaborative work culture and providing more career development opportunities within the company.

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