A Failing Company that has lost touch with its listeners - Anonymous employee Salem Media Group Employee Review

1.0
Oct 6, 2025
Anonymous employee
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Pros

-A great opportunity to learn about different aspects of media.

Cons

-Lagging in digital marketing -No transparency -Inappropriate workplace conduct, even for a "Christian" company -HR complaints go nowhere and have no consequence -Fear-mongering spread through CEO-sent emails against the radical left -Moving further away from the spirit of Christ -Salespeople are incredibly entitled, not held to professionalism, aren't fully aware of what they're selling or the products. Knowingly lie to clients and promise unrealistic outcomes of campaigns, which leads to client churn. -Most leadership and upper-management are out of touch. This has nothing to do with age, it's a mindset of pride and lack of accountability.

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Salem Media Group Response
8mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re sorry to hear about your experience and understand your concerns. We take all feedback seriously and remain committed to fostering a respectful and transparent workplace for all employees. We’d appreciate the opportunity to speak with you, please contact our HR team at (805) 233-3129.

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Solid leadership Forward thinking Faith driven

Cons

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Salem Media Group Response
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Thank you for sharing your experience and kind words about our leadership and mission. We appreciate your honest feedback about staffing and are always working to balance resources to best serve our teams and audiences. Wishing you all the best in your future endeavors!
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Pros

Great supportive local environment, people called to work there to support the mission.

Cons

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