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| 38% | Promoters |
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| 24% | Passives |
| 38% | Detractors |
Working at NewsMax is rated below average by 40 employees, across various culture dimensions. NewsMax employees rate Team highest among all categories, and think that Environment and Compensation have the most room for improvement, putting NewsMax’s culture in the Bottom 25% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Bottom 30% compared to other companies in Fort Lauderdale, FL. See below in detail how working at NewsMax was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at NewsMax is rated D+
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NewsMax ranks in the Bottom 25% of other companies on Comparably with 201-500 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
Out of 55 NewsMax employee reviews, 79% were positive. The remaining 21% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping NewsMax improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 79% |
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| Constructive Feedback | 21% |
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What is most positive about the culture and environment at your company?You are free and encouraged to offer your opionions ans suggestions
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What does the leadership team need to get better at?Being organized, trusting their employees, being aware of corporate protocol, and manners.
What needs to change to make the company culture better?We need leaders who are more people oriented. There are some leaders who truly seem to be miserable human beings and are always out to get you.
Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?Most are considered independent contractors, so there are no benefits whatsoever. No overtime pay, no holiday pay, no weekend rates, no benefits at all. And the pay rate is below average.
NEWSMAX is an independent news network with a conservative perspective, available in 100M+ U.S. homes.
NewsMax was founded in 1998 and its current CEO is Christopher Ruddy. Since its inception 28 years ago, NewsMax has grown to 400 employees.
Through its media properties and platforms Newsmax champions a free press, one that provides Americans with balanced coverage, diverse viewpoints, and honest debates on the issues affecting our lives.
To serve as a go-to place for readers and viewers seeking real news and opinions that keeps them informed while helping to improve their lives.
| Headquarter | P.O. Box 20989 West Palm Beach, FL 33416 United States of America |
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| Website | www.newsmax.com/ |
| Founding Date | 1998 |
| Tel | 561-686-1165 |
| Company Status | Private |
| Jobs | recruiting.ultipro.com/NEW1027/JobBoard/3d5ae180-49c4-20f7-d7b4-adfe940978a7/?q=&o=postedDateDesc |
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NewsMax competitors include Politico. NewsMax ranks 2nd in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how NewsMax compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.









NewsMax has 400 employees. 40 employees at NewsMax have reviewed NewsMax across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was months ago.
Overall, the 40 NewsMax employees give their leadership a grade of C-, or Bottom 35% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at NewsMax are not very pleased with their total compensation at NewsMax, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at NewsMax are pleased with their team. 40 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a B-. The majority believe the meetings at NewsMax are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at NewsMax believe the environment at NewsMax is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at NewsMax is comfortably fast. About 69% of the employees at NewsMax work 8 hours or less.
Overall, the employees at NewsMax are not very happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.

The prevailing opinion from Comparably users in Fort Lauderdale, FL about their company is that it was very prepared on their first day. Fort Lauderdale, FL employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 71% 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 NewsMax's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 2 NewsMax employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 1 have said yes.
NewsMax’s CEO Christopher Ruddy started in this role in 1998. Christopher’s approval rate is lower compared to CEOs at similar sized companies, putting Christopher in the Bottom 45% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Bottom 40% compared to CEOs of all other companies in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Christopher Ruddy’s employees rank NewsMax in the Top 40% for Team, in the Bottom 40% for Executive Team, and in the Bottom 40% for Work Culture. Ruddy is generally unpopular with NewsMax employees, but ranks especially low with employees in the Operations department. However, Hispanic or Latino employees have a slightly more favorable view of the CEO. When compared to NewsMax’s competitors, Christopher Ruddy ranks below Politico CEO Patrick Steel.
The NewsMax Executive Team is rated a “C” and led by CEO Christopher Ruddy, Chief Financial Officer Darryle Burnham, and Director of Financial Systems Christina Ripley
Christopher Ruddy CEO / President
Christopher Ruddy serves as the CEO / President of NewsMax.
Darryle Burnham Chief Financial Officer
Darryle Burnham serves as the Chief Financial Officer of NewsMax.
Christina Ripley Director of Financial Systems
Christina Ripley serves as the Director of Financial Systems of NewsMax.
Elizabeth Dole VP for Operations, Production
Elizabeth Dole serves as the VP for Operations, Production of NewsMax.
John Krehley VP, Engineering and Broadcast Operations
John Krehley serves as the VP, Engineering and Broadcast Operations of NewsMax.
Maurice Rosenberg Executive Director of Human Resources
Maurice Rosenberg serves as the Executive Director of Human Resources of Newsmax Media, Inc.. Maurice started at Newsmax... read more
Andy Brown Chief Operating Officer
Andy Brown serves as the Chief Operating Officer of Newsmax Media, Inc.. Andy started at Newsmax Media, Inc. in October... read more
Scott Marcellus Director of Applications
Scott Marcellus serves as the Director of Applications of NewsMax.
Andy Biggers SVP, Content Distribution
Andy Biggers serves as the SVP, Content Distribution of NewsMax.
How much do people at NewsMax get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at NewsMax is $119,585, or $57 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $141,539, or $68 per hour.
At NewsMax, the highest paid job is a General Counsel at $273,917 annually and the lowest is a CS Rep at $45,440 annually. Average NewsMax salaries by department include: IT at $104,260, Sales at $211,730, Legal at $273,917, and Design at $87,457. Half of NewsMax salaries are above $141,539.
16 employees at NewsMax rank their Compensation in the Bottom 25% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 49 ratings) while 15 employees at NewsMax rank their Perks And Benefits in the Bottom 30% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 17 ratings).
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| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
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1st Percentile $76k | $76k | 1st Percentile |
20th Percentile $106k | $106k | 20th Percentile |
40th Percentile $136k | $136k | 40th Percentile |
60th Percentile $195k | $195k | 60th Percentile |
80th Percentile $267k | $267k | 80th Percentile |
100th Percentile $344k | $344k | 100th Percentile |
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
Diverse employees at NewsMax score the company 51/100 across various culture categories, placing NewsMax in the Bottom 10% of companies on Comparably with 201-500 Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at NewsMax across various culture dimensions.
Newsmax Statement on Diversity and Inclusion: Newsmax believes that the best way to develop true diversity and a sense of inclusiveness is to treat all employees equally, fairly and generously, and to expect they do the same with each other and with our customers. We see our employees as the company’s primary asset and strive to make our workplace a positive place to share, learn, create and build. Newsmax does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, orientation, color or other identifying qualities of our employees. We hire and promote employees on the basis of skill, ability, merit and the contribution they make to the Company’s mission. We never hire or promote employees on the basis of gender, race, religion, orientation, color or other identifying qualities. We believe the nation’s motto “E Pluribus Unum” is a goal for every company. We create oneness by encouraging and celebrating shared values that underscore the equality of all people.,
Commuter insurance, free office beverages/snacks.
NewsMax's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives unlimited days off a year. NewsMax's benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $500 -$1000 cash value per month.

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What is NewsMax address?
NewsMax location is at P.O. Box 20989
Who is the CEO of NewsMax?
NewsMax CEO is Christopher Ruddy, their score by employees is 67
What is the salary for Account Manager in NewsMax?
Account Manager average salary in the US is 92k
What are the salaries in the Marketing in NewsMax?
The average salaries for Marketing in NewsMax is 116k
How many employees work in NewsMax?
NewsMax has 400 employees