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      3.4

      49% would recommend to a friend

      (3,967 total reviews)
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      Robert Bakish

      42% approve of CEO

      26% positive business outlook

      Ratings by category

      3.7

      Work/Life balance

      3.5

      Diversity & inclusion

      3.3

      Culture & values

      3.3

      Compensation and benefits

      2.9

      Senior management

      2.9

      Career opportunities

      Paramount has an employee rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars, based on 3,967 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Paramount employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Audiovisual y medios de comunicación industry (3.7 stars).

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      3.0
      Dec 17, 2008

      To love the job you must love the people you work with.

      Marketing coordinator
      Recommend
      CEO approval
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      Pros

      The creative culture is really a great reason to work for MTV. One of the most important things for me when looking at a job is the people around you and they really are great people. I have the ability to do my work and always try to get involved in exciting new projects. If my bosses see my interest they get me involved and I appreciate it. Getting interested in other parts of the business and other projects has allowed me to be a valuable part of our group. It is a great place to work and you don't have to wear a suit!

      Cons

      Because of the economic downturn MTV cut 7% of its work force last month and there were rumors of another one coming. This is just making many people feel uncomfortable with their position. Other than that when the economy is good life is usually good. The pay is never great but is that the reason to work for this company? No. You work here for the people and the opportunity to get into different areas of the company. If you don't ask to get involved you may end up being left behind and bored. You make the job what it is.

      4.0
      Dec 15, 2008

      Fun place to work for aggressive self-promoters.

      Director of technology
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Young, creative staff and atmosphere. Flexible work hours. Casual dress code and work environment. Liberal benefits packages. The Human Resources department is very professional. Usually a fun place to work, especially if you like pop culture. Lots of art-school types all over the company, which will make you feel right at home if you're a creative type.

      Cons

      Too much bureacracy and politics. MTV (the cable network) dominates all others to the detriment of the other channels in the company. You will only advance through aggressive self-promotion -- there is no training or career development. Not for those older than 45 or so, unless you're in a senior position.

      3.0
      Dec 14, 2008

      It is what you make of it - there's opportunity here, but you have to work for it, it won't come to you.

      Anonymous employee
      Recommend
      CEO approval
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      Pros

      It is what you make of it - definitely plenty of opportunity to work with other departments and learn. Most people are young, but some of the those who have been there for a while have the "this is the way we've always done it" view - not the most forward-thinking. Looking at it from an outside perspective, people/employers always want to know more about what you do, often opening doors. If you're looking to explore new opportunities or just learn, nearly everyone will open their doors for informational meetings, from coordinators to EVP's - it's definitely a place where you can really see what different departments do and make incredible connections.

      Cons

      Definitely underpaid for the value and return brought to the company. Of course, everyone thinks they're underpaid for the work they do everywhere, but it's certainly true here - I'm not struggling to pay bills, but the hours just don't equate to the pay. There's also a host of long-timers there who've been in the same position for years and have just given up, making collaboration and trying new ideas a difficult and boring process. The company could use some good incentives and energizing throughout, as complacency sometimes runs a broad course. Cross-departmental projects are very difficult to push through, as everyone needs to see how their group benefits directly, rather than the company as a whole.

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