Is USA TODAY Co. a good company to work for?

USA TODAY Co. has an overall rating of 3.1 out of 5, based on over 2,705 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has increased by 1% over the last 12 months. 50% of employees would recommend working at USA TODAY Co. to a friend and 33% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about USA TODAY Co. have been left by employees working as Intern , Project Manager and Sales Associate .

Does USA TODAY Co. pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, USA TODAY Co. employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.6 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at USA TODAY Co.. This rating has decreased by 3% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at USA TODAY Co.?

50% of USA TODAY Co. employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated USA TODAY Co. 3.4 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.3 for culture and values and 2.7 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at USA TODAY Co.?

Account Executive (147) , Reporter (79) , Graphic Designer (44) , Inside Sales Representative (43) , Sales (34) , Manager (33) , News Reporter (33) , Director (30) , Editor (30) , Client Success Manager (24) , Sales Representative (24) , Graphic Artist (23) , Journalist (21) , Designer (20) , Sales Executive (19)

What are the pros of working at USA TODAY Co. according to real employee reviews?

"Great people to work with that want to accomplish tasks and see the business be successful" ((in 195 reviews)); "It offers good benefits and has a very strong financial base." ((in 177 reviews)); "Great coworkers and peers." ((in 81 reviews)); "Team has a good work life balance and is flexible." ((in 57 reviews)); "There are little pods of genius and great teams hidden within the catacombs of this museum of a company." ((in 49 reviews))

What are the cons of working at USA TODAY Co. according to real employee reviews?

"The pay is low compared to similar employers in the same region doing comparable work." ((in 173 reviews)); "Constant change and layoffs" ((in 126 reviews)); "1. Upper Management determines that something needs to be improved and formulates an ill" ((in 54 reviews)); "Salaries are low and not competitive" ((in 49 reviews)); "Good managers have retired or been driven out." ((in 48 reviews))

What are employees saying about USA TODAY Co. layoffs in 2026?

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

What are the top reviewed USA TODAY Co. locations?

McLean , Indianapolis , Phoenix , Des Moines , New York , Nashville , Cincinnati , Louisville , Austin , Rochester , Detroit , Neptune , Atlanta , Washington , Tysons Corner , Los Angeles , Boston , Green Bay , Milwaukee , Plano , Tallahassee , Greenville , Cherry Hill , Chicago , White Plains , Reno , Fort Myers , Asbury Park , Chesapeake , Springfield

USA TODAY Co. reviews

3.1

50% would recommend to a friend

(2,572 total reviews)

Mike Reed

50% approve of CEO

33% positive business outlook

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USA TODAY Co. has an employee rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars, based on 2,572 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The USA TODAY Co. employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Media & Communication industry (3.5 stars).

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3K reviews

2.0

Mar 21, 2025

SMB, Commission, Management

Account executive

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Ability to work remotely Great coworkers

Cons

Instability - consistent layoffs of people who are exceeding goals High pressure environment - excessive KPI’s, micromanagement, lack of direction Commission uncertainty - high performers are laid off before payoff, 55% of the team has made 0 commission for the past 6 months, paid off % to goal with % growth inconsistency Poor communication from leadership - goals are given once the quarter has already started, decisions made with little notice Time scrutiny - no hourly flexibility (expect to take PTO for appointments), 5 hours of your day are examined on a minute-by-minute basis Lack of career growth - hire management externally, no upward movement, layoffs tend to favor cost-cutting over talent retention Scrutiny - weekly meetings where management insult employees personally & professionally There’s a reason the stocks are down, and it has to do with poor management and a lack of vision. Very surprised this is a fortune 500 company.

USA TODAY Co. Response

1y

Thank you for your feedback. We commit to and continue to practice delivering transparent communications about our business with our employees at all levels. There are always opportunities to improve the messaging, medium, and frequency to ensure people understand our values, expectations, policies, programs, and outcomes. We can only win if we work together. Our holistic listening strategy ensures we capture important feedback on all aspects of the work environment so we can target continuous improvement initiatives. In addition, Gannett has focused on developing skills and channels for managers to strengthen a positive, performance-based, and supportive operating environment for all.

3.0

Mar 20, 2025

Well Done

Operations manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Benefits and 401 was great!

Cons

Unable to turn off or disconnect when clocked out.

USA TODAY Co. Response

1y

Thank you for your feedback. Gannett is proud of the competitive and inclusive benefits portfolio it offers to employees, including accessible healthcare to all, options for medical, dental, and vision plans to meet various needs, generous time off, paid parental leave, fertility benefits, a highly engaging wellness program, and a robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides excellent care for mental health needs. We also offer tuition assistance, adoption assistance, legal assistance, pet insurance, and a variety of discounts on things like auto and home insurance, electronics, attractions, and more.

1.0

Mar 13, 2025

Restructuring

Post sales support

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Remote and some nice coworkers.

Cons

Poor leadership communication. Head in the clouds.

USA TODAY Co. Response

1y

Thank you for your feedback. Gannett continues to evolve our business model in the face of industry shifts, economic conditions, and changing consumer needs. Many factors come into play as we make structural decisions. One of them is the way change will have an impact on our employees. At times business decisions that allow us to secure a long-term future could have negative implications in the short-term. We remain committed to evolving to serve our customers and communities. Employees are encouraged to participate in monthly town halls, division all-hands meetings, executive office hours, strategy education sessions, and other forums to ensure they remain as informed as possible about company performance, priorities, and change efforts.

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