iHeartMedia reviews

2.9

33% would recommend to a friend

(2,842 total reviews)
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Robert W. (Bob) Pittman

36% approve of CEO

23% positive business outlook

iHeartMedia has an employee rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars, based on 2,842 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The iHeartMedia employee rating is 22% below average for employers within the Media & Communication industry (3.7 stars).

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3K reviews
1.0
May 19, 2022

Never Again

Recommend
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Pros

Only perks working here were the live events...

Cons

Lack of transparency, growth opportunities and respect.

3.0
Apr 25, 2022
Recommend
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Pros

You learn to work in very stressful environments for low wages. When you leave you are very prepared more than most to handle a crisis when getting paid a great wage. You get to take on a ton of responsibility because your manager probably doesn't understand how the systems work. You quickly learn that the squeaky wheel gets the grease. Sometimes you get to see celebrities in the hallways. You can wear jeans to work if you work in programming. You can pretty much say whatever you want on the air (besides profanity) if you continue to bring in money.

Cons

You have no choice but to work in very stressful environments for low wages. You get to take on a ton of responsibility because your manager doesn't understand how the systems work. You will also get low wages and no credit with corporate for doing so. When you ask for a raise your manager likely tell you to make your own raise, and create something during your off time so the sales team can get you "endorsements". Want some tickets to a popular event in town? Too bad. The sales department/upper management has already claimed them and will bring their own children. Asking your manager for a raise again? You might get the answer "Have you looked at our business lately" or "I'd love to give you a raise, but it's not up to me". You have no choice but to come in and work during weather emergencies. If you don't or cannot - your manager will passive-aggressively punish you afterward. You can pretty much say whatever you want on the air (besides profanity) if you continue to bring in money.

1.0
Apr 12, 2022

Ambitious Employees; Beware.

Recommend
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Pros

Best in class audio products with broadcast and podcast, household name, excellent digital offerings with decent attribution.

Cons

Too much "shiny object syndrome" leading to too much growth too quickly, projects are never fully "fleshed out" most things are "half baked" at best. The company neglects to invest in employees growth and understanding of products, systems, and how to navigate the enterprise. Leads to a revolving door of talent. Horrific pay structure in sales, with little to no room for growth, in other roles, there is much talk of pay increases, but seldom follow through. Local leadership is incompetent at best, and cannot/will not help you succeed. Corporate hierarchy is difficult to navigate unless you are able to find a "sponsor" to boost you along the way.

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