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
3.0
May 8, 2024
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Pros

Conservative values in all their content.

Cons

During my tenure as a Media Strategist, I encountered a few challenges that impacted the efficiency of our work. One notable setback was the absence of essential tools like Salesforce, media monitors, and dedicated research teams equipped with data. This lack of resources limited our ability to compete effectively in the market. Moreover, our CRM system, tailored for radio rather than digital, felt severely outdated and often hindered our efforts. The expectation to make numerous calls without the opportunity to visit potential clients in person highlighted a traditional mindset that favored office-bound cold calling over face-to-face client interactions, which could have been more impactful. If cold calling if your main way to generate leads, this is a great position for it. Furthermore, the conduct of the sales manager towards certain team members was concerning. Instances of yelling and the use of demeaning language during sales meetings created an uncomfortable atmosphere and detracted from a collaborative working environment. These experiences, though challenging, provided insights into areas where improvements could be made for a more conducive work environment.

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Salem Media Group Response
2y
Thank you for sharing your feedback on your experience at Salem Media Group. We value your insights and regret any challenges you faced during your tenure. We are committed to addressing the issues you've raised, including the need for essential tools and resources, modernization of our systems, fostering a respectful work environment, and addressing turnover. Your suggestions will inform our efforts to create a more positive and supportive workplace environment. We would like to hear more from you, please contact us at hr@salemmedia.com or 805-233-3129. We appreciate your insights and wish you all the best in your future endeavors.
2.0
Sep 1, 2023

Scary Times at Salem

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Pros

For the longest time I enjoyed the company culture at Salem. I enjoyed the office atmosphere and the free and friendly people who worked with me. Recently, though, the company has fallen on hard times. Employees have been laid off and the office environment is far more dark and serious. We are beginning to transition from an office space of camaraderie to an office space of dog-eat-dog to succeed attitudes.

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I am afraid of losing my position every day. This company is continuing to lose money in the stock market and employees have been laid off. Entire markets and regions of the company have been restructured or sold. Every day my fellow colleagues are worried that someone around us will be the next person to be laid off. Salem is focused on the wrong aspect of business by attempting to transition itself into a digital marketing agency in a world of well-established competitors. The bread-and-butter radio operations of the company feel their existence is threatened as our stock continues to plummet, employees of all experience levels are laid off, and markets are sold off.

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Salem Media Group Response
2y
We appreciate your feedback about your experience at Salem Media Group, and we value your perspective. We understand your concerns about recent changes and the shift towards digital marketing. These changes have been driven by the evolving media landscape, and while they come with challenges, they are essential for our long-term success. We acknowledge the anxiety surrounding job security and want to reassure you that we are committed to open communication and providing support during transitions. Together, we aim to navigate these challenges and create a more secure and positive environment for all Salem team members. Your advice to management is taken seriously, and we are actively reviewing our operations to ensure they align with our goals and industry trends. Restoring trust and confidence within our team is a priority for us, and we are working diligently to address these concerns. 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.
2.0
Feb 23, 2023
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Pros

It was a big company

Cons

It was not very organized in any department

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Salem Media Group Response
3y
Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback. We feel this review was not intended for Salem Media Group as we don't have any offices in Medina, OH nor a Human Resources department in Ohio. If you do indeed work for Salem Media Group, we would like to hear more from you, please contact us at hr@salemmedia.com or 805-233-3129.
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