

Diverse employees at KBS have rated Environment, CEO Rating, and Manager as the highest categories they have scored
Women at KBS have rated Manager, Environment, and Perks And Benefits as the highest categories they have scored
KBS employees are -14% more likely to recommend KBS as a great place to work
| 33% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 20% | Passives |
| 47% | Detractors |
Working at KBS is rated below average by 115 employees, across various culture dimensions. KBS employees rate Professional Development highest among all categories, and think that Meetings and Compensation have the most room for improvement, putting KBS’s culture in the Bottom 25% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Bottom 20% compared to other companies in Buffalo, NY. See below in detail how working at KBS was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at KBS is rated D+
Last updated 15 days ago
KBS ranks in the Bottom 25% of other companies on Comparably with 51-200 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
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Anonymously Rate Your Experience & Make Work BetterOut of 44 KBS employee reviews, 64% were positive. The remaining 36% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping KBS improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 64% |
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| Constructive Feedback | 36% |
What did you like most about the interview process?Easy to apply an talk to understanding staff of persoan needs
What makes you most happy at work?Flexabilty would be the best answer
What is most positive about the culture and environment at your company?Respect from everyone you encounter
What do your coworkers need to improve and how could you work together better?If the people that you lead feel like they can do as they wish and not what they should be doing just because they've been there longer, then that's a problem.
What does the leadership team need to get better at?Letting the team know what is expected of them and keep in contact with them. Answer their phone when it rings.
Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?Learn how to treat people and pay more money
"KBS+P is a digital advertising agency that engages in product development, social media integration, media planning and buying services."
KBS Mission: Creative Media You Trust We represent Korea as the nation's flagship broadcaster We produce top-quality content We provide beneficial service without discrimination We contribute to democratic formation of public opinion and social Integration We enhance Korean cultural values
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| Headquarter | York, NY United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.kbsp.com/ |
| Founding Date | 1987 |
| Company Status | Private |
KBS competitors include MBS and CBS Corporation. KBS ranks 3rd in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how KBS compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.

115 employees at KBS have reviewed KBS across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was 15 days ago.
Overall, the 115 KBS employees give their leadership a grade of D+, or Bottom 25% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at KBS are mostly dissatisfied with their total compensation at KBS, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at KBS are not very pleased with their team. 115 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a D. Less than half believe the meetings at KBS are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at KBS believe the environment at KBS is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at KBS is moderate. About 55% of the employees at KBS work 8 hours or less, while 6% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.
Overall, the employees at KBS are generally happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.


The prevailing opinion from employees about joining KBS is that the company was prepared on their first day. KBS employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 100% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
Employees’ understanding of KBS' KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 2 KBS employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 1 have said yes.
Guy’s approval rate is lower compared to CEOs at similar sized companies, putting Guy in the Bottom 20% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Bottom 15% compared to CEOs of all other companies in Buffalo, NY. Guy Hayward’s employees rank KBS in the Top 40% for Professional Development, in the Bottom 45% for Environment, and in the Bottom 35% for Office Culture. Hayward is generally unpopular with KBS employees, but ranks especially low with employees with 3 to 6 Years experience. However, Male employees have a slightly more favorable view of the CEO. When compared to KBS’s competitors, Guy Hayward ranks below both CBS Corporation CEO Joe Ianniello (Interim) and MBS CEO Calvin Robinson.
The KBS Executive Team is rated a “D” and led by CEO Guy Hayward, VP, IT Operations and Services Michael Downs, and Director of Industrial Control System Resilience Michael Thompson
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How much do people at KBS get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at KBS is $101,706, or $48 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $112,155, or $53 per hour.
At KBS, the highest paid job is a Director of Engineering at $168,695 annually and the lowest is an Admin Assistant at $45,280 annually. Average KBS salaries by department include: Finance at $72,415, IT at $84,909, Sales at $209,261, and Admin at $55,212. Half of KBS salaries are above $112,155.
44 employees at KBS rank their Compensation in the Bottom 15% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 135 ratings) while 43 employees at KBS rank their Perks And Benefits in the Bottom 20% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 45 ratings).
Last updated a month ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $66k | $66k | 1st Percentile |
20th Percentile $88k | $88k | 20th Percentile |
40th Percentile $109k | $109k | 40th Percentile |
60th Percentile $180k | $180k | 60th Percentile |
80th Percentile $230k | $230k | 80th Percentile |
100th Percentile $321k | $321k | 100th Percentile |
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
Diverse employees at KBS score the company 63/100 across various culture categories, placing KBS in the Bottom 15% of companies on Comparably with 51-200 Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at KBS across various culture dimensions.
KBS' PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 0-10 days off a year. Paid Time Off is KBS' most important benefit besides Healthcare when ranked by employees, with 100% of employees saying it is the most important benefit. KBS' benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $500 -$1000 cash value per month.

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In 2019, KBS applied for 2 H1B visas. Of the work permits applied for, 100% were approved.
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Candidates By Department
All Industries | 50% | |
|---|---|---|
Engineering | 33% | |
Admin | 17% |
Candidates By Location
New York City | 17% | |
|---|---|---|
Buffalo | 17% | |
Congers | 17% | |
Orchard Park | 17% | |
Rochester | 17% | |
Other | 17% |
Who is the CEO of KBS?
KBS CEO is Guy Hayward, their score by employees is 59
What is KBS eNPS?
The eNPS for KBS is -14
What is the salary for Financial Analyst in KBS?
Financial Analyst average salary in the US is 85k
What are the salaries in the Operations in KBS?
The average salaries for Operations in KBS is 83k
Who are KBS competitors?
KBS main competitors are MBS, CBS Corporation