Does ESPN pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, ESPN employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.6 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at ESPN. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at ESPN?

79% of ESPN employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated ESPN 3.2 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.7 for culture and values and 3.6 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at ESPN?

Production Assistant (70) , Intern (37) , Manager (27) , Content Associate (25) , Producer (22) , Marketing Coordinator (21) , Associate Producer (20) , Director (14) , Account Executive (10) , Editor (10) , Estagiário (10) , Software Engineer (10) , Associate Editor (9) , Account Manager (8) , Asistente De Producción (8)

What are the pros of working at ESPN according to real employee reviews?

"Great Benefits due to being Disney owned" ((in 113 reviews)); "Great opportunities to work with former athletes and interview them." ((in 36 reviews)); "Fun work environment" ((in 31 reviews)); "Traveling to cool events and the headquarters is a great campus" ((in 27 reviews)); "Friendly coworkers and family atmosphere" ((in 12 reviews))

What are the cons of working at ESPN according to real employee reviews?

"Very hard to get promoted; low pay" ((in 77 reviews)); "Long hours particularly at lower levels" ((in 50 reviews)); "Even though it has been a company priority there is no work/life balance and those promoted are not always the most deserving." ((in 33 reviews)); "Salaries are low, even compared to people at sister companies at Disney who do the same work." ((in 33 reviews)); "Management of this size company is poor" ((in 30 reviews))

What are employees saying about ESPN layoffs in 2026?

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

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4.0

79% would recommend to a friend

(1,301 total reviews)

James Pitaro

93% approve of CEO

69% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.8

Diversity & inclusion

3.7

Culture & values

3.6

Compensation and benefits

3.6

Career opportunities

3.5

Senior management

3.2

Work/Life balance

ESPN has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 1,301 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The ESPN employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Audiovisual y medios de comunicación industry (3.9 stars).

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Reviews by job title

1K reviews

4.0

Jul 3, 2025

College

Athletic director

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Flexible work hours Fun environment

Cons

Limited work hours Low budget so not many resources

4.0

Jun 27, 2025

Good experience

Manager sales

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Growth, Work Culture, Learning, Work Life Balance, Team

Cons

None specifically if you work well

5.0

Jun 18, 2025

Good Work Life & Balance Company

Digital designer ii

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great work-life balance: Clear boundaries between work and personal life, with minimal overtime. Competitive salary and benefits: Compensation package is above industry average and includes strong health, retirement, and wellness programs. Hybrid work environment: Only required to come into the office twice a week, offering flexibility and reduced commuting time. Positive company culture: Team collaboration is encouraged, and the overall environment is respectful and inclusive.

Cons

Strict software policy due to Disney affiliation: Usage of AI-related tools (e.g., generative AI for design or automation) is restricted, which can limit workflow efficiency or innovation. High level of independence required: You’re expected to handle your own tasks end-to-end with minimal assistance, which can be overwhelming for junior staff or those used to more structured support. Limited upward mobility: Promotion opportunities can be slow, and roles may be siloed. Some projects can feel repetitive: Depending on your team, work can occasionally become routine with limited creative variety.

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