Salem Media Group reviews

3.7

64% would recommend to a friend

(721 total reviews)
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Dave Santrella

78% approve of CEO

56% positive business outlook

Salem Media Group has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 721 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Salem Media Group employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Media & Communication industry (3.7 stars).

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721 reviews
5.0
Aug 24, 2023

Great Company!

Recommend
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Pros

Supportive, positive and motivating, family-like environment

Cons

Not particularly progressive in their own company branding

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Salem Media Group Response
2y
Thank you so much for taking the time to review Salem Media Group and provide great feedback!
2.0
Aug 15, 2023

Discriminatory & Outdated

Recommend
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Pros

If you are a conservative while male you will do well here.

Cons

If you have any other political affiliation, are a woman, or minority, you will. suffer. They promote you by giving your more tasks, without any additional pay. I was told to "be quiet". I complained about inappropriate sexual language and was told to handle it myself. The man was favored because "he had a wife and kids to feed". I was told to take down a "Happy Juneteenth" social media post to honor the new national holiday ending slavery because it made us appear to support "black lives matter." RUN!

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Salem Media Group Response
2y
Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. We sincerely apologize for the negative experiences you've described during your time here at Salem Media Group. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees, regardless of their political beliefs, gender, or background. We deeply regret any instances where you felt marginalized or unsupported, especially in matters concerning inappropriate behavior and promotions. This is not reflective of our values, and we will use your feedback to reinforce our commitment to fair treatment, professional conduct, and transparent communication. Your insights about age diversity and management are also appreciated, and we will take them into consideration as we strive to improve. We genuinely value your feedback and invite you to reach out to our HR department. Please contact us at hr@salemmedia.com or 805-233-3129.We are dedicated to learning from your insights and making meaningful changes to ensure a positive work environment for all.
1.0
Aug 1, 2023

CEO Only Looks Out for Himself

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Pros

No pros for this company whatsoever,

Cons

After it was made clear that profits were lost on one side of the company, there were mass layovers, 401k is no longer matched, and it was announced that after making it a remote company for three years after covid, salaries will now be based on the location of employees. It's a clear CYA move without much sacrifice from higher-ups. Not a good place to work for growth or morale. It is sad that this is a Christian company, yet those who call themselves Christians do not care that their employees or at or below the poverty line.

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Salem Media Group Response
2y
Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback. We value both the positive & negative feedback as it allows us to see how we can improve for the future. Regarding the recent challenges faced by the company, we acknowledge that the decision to address profit loss led to difficult changes, including layoffs and modifications to our benefits structure. We understand that these changes have been impactful, and we genuinely empathize with the concerns and emotions that they may have caused among our employees. The decision to end 401k matching and adjust salaries for those that relocate going forward was not taken lightly. Our aim was to ensure the long-term sustainability of the company, which would, in turn, protect more jobs and foster an environment for growth in the future. While we know these changes may be disheartening, we remain committed to providing competitive compensation packages and benefits to our team members. In terms of the perception of higher-ups not making sufficient sacrifices, we assure you that every decision was made after careful consideration of its impact on all employees. Leadership is continuously evaluating strategies to lead the company through challenging times and ensure its long-term success. However, we understand that there may be room for improvement in communication and transparency around these decisions. We genuinely appreciate your dedication during your time here, and we encourage you to reach out to us directly to discuss your concerns further. Our door is always open to listen and learn from your perspective. Please contact us at hr@salemmedia.com or 805-233-3129.
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