Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) provides media programming and services for the American public. read more
PBS Company Culture
PBS Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews3.2/5
PBS' Overall Culture is rated C
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
CEO Rating
A-Gender
B+Professional Development
B+eNPS
BManager
BPBS CEO
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Paula Kerger
77 /100
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Diversity at PBS
N/A
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B+
Women at PBS have rated the company culture B+
PBS eNPS
Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"Top 25%Top 25% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
47
PBS employees are 47% more likely to recommend PBS as a great place to work
| 62% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 23% | Passives |
| 15% | Detractors |
Working at PBS
Working at PBS is rated below average by 23 employees, across various culture dimensions. PBS employees rate CEO Rating highest among all categories, and think that Happiness and Compensation have the most room for improvement, putting PBS’s culture in the Bottom 40% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Bottom 45% compared to other companies in Washington, DC. See below in detail how working at PBS was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at PBS
C
Overall Company Culture at PBS is rated C
Last updated months ago
Bottom
40%
PBS ranks in the Bottom 40% of other companies on Comparably with 1-10 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
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Anonymously Rate Your Experience & Make Work BetterPBS Employee Reviews
Out of 14 PBS employee reviews, 67% were positive. The remaining 33% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping PBS improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 67% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 33% |
Positive Reviews From PBS Employees
- What do you like best about the leadership team?flexibility and understanding - real world comprehension
- What do you like best about the leadership team?Great communication and goals are a main aspect of the leadership team
- What is the best part about your compensation package?Sick leave and the ability to make up hours
PBS Company Information
PBS Company Overview
Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) provides media programming and services for the American public.
PBS Mission, Vision & Values
PBS Mission & Values
PBS is a membership organization that, in partnership with its member stations, serves the American public with programming and services of the highest quality, using media to educate, inspire, entertain and express a diversity of perspectives. PBS empowers individuals to achieve their potential and strengthen the social, democratic, and cultural health of the U.S.
| Headquarter | 2100 Crystal Drive Arlington, VA United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.pbs.org |
| Founding Date | 1969 |
| Tel | (703) 739-5000 |
| Company Status | Private |
PBS Competitors
PBS competitors include Participant Media, Sony Pictures Entertainment, and ITV. PBS ranks 1st in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how PBS compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
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PBS Employees
23 employees at PBS have reviewed PBS 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 23 PBS employees give their leadership a grade of C+, or Top 50% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at PBS are mostly dissatisfied with their total compensation at PBS, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at PBS are generally satisfied with their team. 23 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a C-. Less than half believe the meetings at PBS are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at PBS believe the environment at PBS is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at PBS is moderate. About 67% of the employees at PBS work 8 hours or less.
Overall, the employees at PBS are generally happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining PBS - Employee Onboarding
PBS employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
PBS KPIs and OKRs
At this moment no PBS employees have provided insight into whether or not they clearly understand PBS' KPIs and OKRs.
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PBS CEO & Leadership
PBS CEO - Paula Kerger
77 /100
Paula’s approval rate is in the Top 15% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Top 15% compared to the CEOs of all other companies in Washington, DC. PBS’s CEO is highly regarded especially by Caucasian employees. Compared to PBS’s competitors, Paula Kerger ranks right above Sony Pictures Entertainment CEO Tony Vinciquerra. Under Kerger’s leadership, PBS employee respondents are most happy about their Professional Development and the company’s Manager. Happiness and Compensation are two areas, according to respondents, where PBS could stand to see real improvement.
PBS Leadership
The PBS Executive Team is rated a “C+” and led by CEO Paula Kerger, Executive Producer Ricky Goldin, and Vice President PBS Operations, Engineering & Distribution Renard Jenkins
Paula Kerger CEO / President
Paula Kerger serves as the CEO / President of PBS.
Ricky Goldin Executive Producer
Ricky Goldin serves as the Executive Producer of PBS.
Renard Jenkins Vice President PBS Operations, Engineering & Distribution
Renard Jenkins serves as the Vice President PBS Operations, Engineering & Distribution of PBS.
Maria Ruiz Vice President of Program Scheduling
Maria Ruiz serves as the Vice President of Program Scheduling of PBS.
Mario Vecchi CTO
Mario Vecchi serves as the CTO of PBS.
Mike Aho President & Executive Producer
Mike Aho serves as the President & Executive Producer of PBS.
Sylvia B Vice President, Programming
Sylvia B serves as the Vice President, Programming of PBS.
Barbara Baden Vice President
Barbara Baden serves as the Vice President of PBS.
Karen Baile Vice President - PBS Digital, Strategy & Operations
Karen Baile serves as the Vice President - PBS Digital, Strategy & Operations of PBS.
Diversity & Inclusion at PBS
The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at PBS across various culture dimensions.
Ranked Culture the Highest
Ranked Culture the Lowest
PBS Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
- PTO / Vacation Policy
- Paid Holidays
Financial Benefits
- 401K / Retirement Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Office Perks
- Work From Home Policy
- Unique Office Space
PBS PTO
PBS' PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 10-15 days off a year.
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PBS Careers
PBS Jobs
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Overview of Candidates Interested in PBS on Comparably
Candidates By Department
All Industries | 36% | |
|---|---|---|
Admin | 18% | |
Design | 9% | |
Customer Support | 9% | |
Finance | 9% | |
Other | 18% |
Candidates By Location
Washington | 27% | |
|---|---|---|
Austin | 9% | |
New York City | 9% | |
Arlington | 9% | |
San Francisco | 9% | |
Other | 36% |
Frequently Asked Questions regarding PBS
What is PBS address?
PBS location is at 2100 Crystal Drive
Who is the CEO of PBS?
PBS CEO is Paula Kerger, their score by employees is 77
What is PBS eNPS?
The eNPS for PBS is 47
Who are PBS competitors?
PBS main competitors are Participant Media, Sony Pictures Entertainment, ITV
What are the benefits at PBS?
PBS perks and benefits are Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, PTO / Vacation Policy, Paid Holidays, 401K / Retirement Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Work From Home Policy & Unique Office Space
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