Does Sinclair Broadcast Group pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Sinclair Broadcast Group employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.0 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Sinclair Broadcast Group. This rating has decreased by 3% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Sinclair Broadcast Group?

46% of Sinclair Broadcast Group employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Sinclair Broadcast Group 2.9 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.7 for culture and values and 2.9 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Sinclair Broadcast Group?

Marketing Consultant (64) , Account Executive (51) , Producer (48) , News Producer (43) , Master Control Operator (35) , Production Assistant (25) , Digital Content Producer (17) , Photographer (17) , News Photographer (16) , Manager (15) , Newscast Director (15) , Sales (15) , Digital Sales Coordinator (12) , Inventory Specialist (12) , Multimedia Journalist (12)

What are the pros of working at Sinclair Broadcast Group according to real employee reviews?

"Good benefits and it's a very stable company." ((in 134 reviews)); "The people I worked with were great and hard" ((in 96 reviews)); "Coworkers are a great support system." ((in 30 reviews)); "Friendly work environment" ((in 24 reviews)); "The team I work with is great and I was able to get a promotion after my first year which I’m very thankful for." ((in 19 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Sinclair Broadcast Group according to real employee reviews?

"Low pay compared to other local TV stations within the same city that are owned by companies that are not Sinclair." ((in 130 reviews)); "Poor management and over abundance of required content" ((in 110 reviews)); "Managers have control over accounts and ultimately your salary." ((in 36 reviews)); "3) Upper management at corporate all want blood from a turnip." ((in 33 reviews)); "Salaries are low and they don't offer enough incentives to their employees" ((in 26 reviews))

What are employees saying about Sinclair Broadcast Group layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed Sinclair Broadcast Group locations?

Seattle , Baltimore , Hunt Valley , San Antonio , Arlington , Nashville , Birmingham , Columbus , Oklahoma City , Cincinnati , Washington , Austin , Salt Lake City , Cedar Rapids , Pensacola , Boise , Dayton , Cockeysville , West Palm Beach , Las Vegas , Pittsburgh , New York , Kalamazoo , New Bern , Reno , Harrisburg , Tulsa , Raleigh , El Paso , Bellevue

Sinclair Broadcast Group reviews

2.9

46% would recommend to a friend

(1,373 total reviews)

Christopher Ripley

41% approve of CEO

35% positive business outlook

Company ratings over time

Ratings trend for the last 6 months (1,373 reviews)

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Sinclair Broadcast Group has an employee rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars, based on 1,373 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Sinclair Broadcast Group employee rating is 22% below average for employers within the Media & Communication industry (3.7 stars).

Reviews by job title

1K reviews

3.0

Jul 29, 2025

Good place to start

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

There was good training and a fun work environment.

Cons

Corporate was slow to handle issues.

Sinclair Broadcast Group Response

10mo

Thank you for your review and for being a valued member of the Sinclair team. We are glad you are having a positive experience and enjoying your working environment as that is something we strive to create for all our employees. Your feedback is important to us, and we know there is always room for improvement. If you would like to share more about your personal experience, please reach out to employment@sbgtv.com

3.0

Jul 29, 2025

Sinclair morning anchor

Morning anchor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

401k matching Consistent hours Upward mobility

Cons

Morning shift hours Low pay

Sinclair Broadcast Group Response

10mo

We appreciate you leaving a review and for your hard work as part of our team. We’re glad you appreciate the strong benefits and growth opportunities we strive to provide for our team members. It is of the utmost importance to us that our employees feel valued – if you would be open to talking further about your personal concerns, please reach out to employment@sbgtv.com

3.0

Jul 29, 2025

Photog

Photographer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Independence of work without supervision

Cons

Things requested to do or shoot

Sinclair Broadcast Group Response

10mo

Thank you for your review and for being a valued member of the Sinclair team. We are glad you appreciate the independence we strive to provide our valued team members. We know there is always room for improvement, and we appreciate all feedback. If you would be open to sharing more about your experience, please reach out to employment@sbgtv.com

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Jobs at Sinclair Broadcast Group

Sports Videographer (Part Time)