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

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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

4.0

Apr 3, 2025

Good Job

Marketing associate

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Easy work, great people, good benefits

Cons

Low salary, not a lot of vacation days

Sinclair Broadcast Group Response

1y

We appreciate your review as a valued member of the Sinclair team. We are thrilled to hear you are having a positive experience, enjoying working with your fellow team members, and taking advantage of the benefits we provide our employees. We know there is always room for improvement, so if you would be willing to talk further about your experience, please reach out to employment@sbgtv.com

3.0

Apr 1, 2025

Cool Place bad Company

Production assitant

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Helpful co-workers, great pay, No stress,

Cons

Company layoff many lost our jobs, favoritism, phony reporters

Sinclair Broadcast Group Response

1y

Thank you for your review and for your time with Sinclair. We are glad to hear that you appreciated the competitive salaries we provide our hardworking employees and that you enjoyed working with your team of colleagues. We know there is always room to strive for improvement and take your personal feedback seriously as we move forward.

3.0

Apr 1, 2025

Good in the bubble

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Working within your own area, you work with smart and driven people

Cons

Very top down style organization

Sinclair Broadcast Group Response

1y

Thank you for your review and for being a valued part of the Sinclair team. We are glad to hear you enjoy working with your colleagues. Your feedback is important to us and something that we will keep in mind as we move forward. If you would like to share more about your experience, please reach out to employment@sbgtv.com

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Jobs at Sinclair Broadcast Group

News Production Assistant (Part Time)

Temporary Sports Production Assistant (Part-Time)

Sports Videographer (Part Time)

Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)