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Q&A With NBCUniversal Employees
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How employees describe working at NBCUniversal
Awesome working environment. Everybody I work with is awesome.
I neen working for universal for 35 years os been a hopd time to work hor universal
More bonus and LTI would be great
It is fair and easy to access.
Cable and health benefits are excellent.
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What it's like to work at NBCUniversal
- NBCUniversal employees generally work 9.2 hrs a day
- Employees at NBCUniversal report the work pace is comfortably fast
- On a typical day, employees at NBCUniversal have 1 meeting
- 86% of NBCUniversal employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
- NBCUniversal employees most often take 20-30 paid vacation and sick days each year
- 91% of NBCUniversal employees report they are happy with their work life balance
- NBCUniversal employees typically get valuable feedback on how to improve at work Once a month
- 66% of NBCUniversal employees call their work environment positive
Q&A With NBCUniversal Employees
IDX: 25 TOT: 51
Who did you meet with during your interview? And how long did it take to hear back from NBCUniversal?
Directors and HR it depends turn around can be slow at times but maybe not now this position needs to be filled ASAP
What should I wear for an interview at NBCUniversal?
Professional attire dress for the role
What was the most difficult question that was asked during your interview at NBCUniversal?
None were difficult go in with ambition
What's the pay like for Admin roles at NBCUniversal?
Below industry standards
What's the vibe like in the Admin dept at NBCUniversal? How many hours are you working?
40 hours vibe is ok
What's the Admin team like at NBCUniversal?
Great but underpaid and not valued -no room for growth!
How's the leadership on the Admin team at NBCUniversal?
Leadership needs to be revamped they need new talent!
How's the vacation policy at NBCUniversal?
Varies team by team-- as long as you and your manager/HR are communicative, taking time off and getting approvals should be easy. I never felt guilty asking for deserved time off (as long as given in advance and making sure no one else on the team was out), but I also know other teams who didn't operate this way.
What's the company culture like at NBCUniversal?
Culture used to be very relaxed and friendly (with in-person global group meetings and numerous group outings, which promoted interpersonal connections); now with Comcast influencing has grown more tense (no global meetings, fewer outings) with tighter deadlines and increased deliverable requirements.
What are your coworkers at NBCUniversal like?
Outwardly laid-back, relaxed, & friendly; in closer discussion tight-lipped, private, uncomfortable voicing opinions contrary to management.
What part of NBCUniversal's business is growing fastest? What part is having difficulties?
Parks + Film is growing non-stop. Broadcasting always lags a bit, since it's non-digital.
If you could make changes, how would you improve the culture at NBCUniversal?
1. Encourage management to allow employees more flexibility with work arrangements (ie. allow WFH 1-3 days a week) office presence is not essential. 2. Award bonus-eligible employees stock options + monetary bonuses. 3. Encourage management to award raises and bonuses based on PERFORMANCE, not spread across a group to avoid hurt feelings.
What do people at NBCUniversal think about the CEO? What do they do well and what can they improve?
Everyone I know approves of the CEO; we have monthly financial updates presented by him (live and via broadcast). NBCU does high-level internal communication well; company needs to improve its compensation packages for mid-level (under VP/C-suite) management.
What's the interview process like at NBCUniversal?
If you're going for an experienced hire role, it depends on the department. My interview process took over 5 months - 3 phone interviews with HR, then direct management, 2 in person interviews - and that was working through a recruiter.
What benefits does NBCUniversal provide?
health care, 401k, others
Do you get any catered lunches?
For lunch & learns, or during busy year-ends, yes
Whats the ratio men to women?
More men in top positions, overall 50/50
do they buy you dinner if you stay late?
Usually, yes, when the entire group stays
Are people proactive or do they wait for someone to tell them to do something
It depends
What is the best thing about working at your company?
Flexible daily scheduling and ability to work from home as needed.
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Should I work at NBCUniversal?
48% of NBCUniversal employees would encourage their friends to become coworkers, whereas 23% are neutral and 29% would not recommend working at NBCUniversal to their friends.
| 48% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 23% | Passive |
| 29% | Detractors |
