Smule Claimed Company
At Smule, we create social music-making experiences for everyone, no talent required. We are a diverse bunch of musicians, techies, designers, engineers, and real-life rock stars who believe that everyone is inherently creative.
Based in the sunny and beautiful South of Market in San Francisco, California, our office boasts of an open floor plan with lots of natural light, a jam session space with a grand piano, bass guitar, an electric guitar, a drum set, and much more. Our neighborhood is located a few steps away from AT&T Ballpark with an abundance of restaurants, wine bars, art events, parks, and museums to satisfy your palate. read more
Smule Company Culture
Smule Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviewsChoice Employer
A
4.6/5
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
CEO Rating
A+Executive Team
A+Happiness
A+Leadership
A+Manager
A+Smule CEO
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Jeffrey Smith
90 /100
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Diversity at Smule
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B+
Diverse employees at Smule have rated Team, Leadership, and Manager as the highest categories they have scored
Women at Smule
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A
Women at Smule have rated Team, Executive Team, and Leadership as the highest categories they have scored
Smule 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 20%Top 20% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
61
Smule employees are 61% more likely to recommend Smule as a great place to work
| 71% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 19% | Passives |
| 10% | Detractors |
Smule Company News
Summer Internship Program
July 20th, 2020July 19th, 2020July 21st, 2020
We are pleased to announce the Smule Summer Internship Program starting this year to give the opportunity to students to get a head start in the corporate world and form meaningful connections. We encourage students from historically underrepresented communities (Black, Latinx, and Native American people, and women of all backgrounds) in Tech, to apply as well.
Visit our Smule Internships Career page to learn more about opportunities and apply
Smule Summer Internship Program | Smule
Black Lives Matter
July 20th, 2020July 19th, 2020July 21st, 2020
"Hope will never be silent" - Harvey Milk
As a team, we stand with the Black community. Our world has no place for hate or racism. As Dr. King said, “injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” It’s important for all of us to use our voices to speak out against injustice. Only by confronting the issue and having honest discussions, as difficult as they may be, will we make progress.
Smule was built on the fundamental belief that mus
Working at Smule
Working at Smule is rated highly by 52 employees, across various culture dimensions. Smule employees are most satisfied about CEO Rating, Executive Team, and Happiness categories, putting Smule’s culture in the Top 10% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Top 5% compared to other companies in San Francisco. See below in detail how working at Smule was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Smule
A
Overall Company Culture at Smule is rated A
Last updated months ago
Top
10%
Smule ranks in the Top 10% of other companies on Comparably with 51-200 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
Smule Employee Reviews
Out of 124 Smule employee reviews, 92% were positive. The remaining 8% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Smule improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 92% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 8% |
Positive Reviews From Smule Employees
- What makes you most happy at work?I am most excited about the work we're doing, who we’re doing it for, and who I’m doing it with. I love that we bring people together through music. We have a dedicated, passionate and positive communit
- What do you like best about the leadership team?Very smart and experienced leadership. They understand and appreciate the importance of data. Also, they care about how employees are feeling about the company as well. There are channels to let your voice be heard.
- What is most positive about the culture and environment at your company?Smart, collaborative and creative. Especially during these coronavirus days it is very obvious how much the team cares for one another
Constructive Feedback From Smule Employees
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?Market rates are very competitive. We don't have guaranteed bonuses or raises. Large companies are giving out hundreds of thousands in guaranteed RSUs that are liquid immediately quarter to quarter. We should give more stock options out now to compete with these offers.
Smule Company Information
Smule Company Overview
At Smule, we create social music-making experiences for everyone, no talent required. We are a diverse bunch of musicians, techies, designers, engineers, and real-life rock stars who believe that everyone is inherently creative. Based in the sunny and beautiful South of Market in San Francisco, California, our office boasts of an open floor plan with lots of natural light, a jam session space with a grand piano, bass guitar, an electric guitar, a drum set, and much more. Our neighborhood is located a few steps away from AT&T Ballpark with an abundance of restaurants, wine bars, art events, parks, and museums to satisfy your palate.
Smule was founded in 2008 and its current CEO is Jeffrey Smith. Since its inception 18 years ago, Smule has grown to 80 employees.
Smule Mission, Vision & Values
Smule Mission Statement
Realize the immense potential of audio. Inspire people to reach new levels of self-expression. Create an interactive social medium to connect the world.
Smule Vision Statement
We believe that music is much more than listening - it's about creating, sharing, discovering, participating, and connecting with people. Music is the original social network with the power to breakdown barriers, touch souls and bring people together from around the world.
Smule Values
- Driven
- Impactful
- Collaborative
- Curious
- Transparent
- Celebrate
| Headquarter | San Francisco, CA 94107 United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.smule.com |
| Founding Date | 2008 |
| Tel | (415) 418-3665 |
| Company Status | Private |
| Jobs | www.smule.com/jobs |
| Social Sites |
A beautiful musical message from Smule's APEX Team dedicated to all the health workers and people working on the frontlines around the world during COVID 19
Sing Together
Smule Employees
Smule has 80 employees. 52 employees at Smule have reviewed Smule 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 52 Smule employees give their leadership a grade of A+, or Top 5% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at Smule are extremely happy with their total compensation at Smule, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at Smule are extremely happy with their team. 52 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers an A+. The majority believe the meetings at Smule are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at Smule believe the environment at Smule is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Smule is comfortably fast. About 39% of the employees at Smule work 8 hours or less, while 4% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.
Overall, the employees at Smule are extremely happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
A Day in the Life
A Day in the Life
Smule employees generally work 9.3 hrs a day
Work Hours
A Day in the Life
Employees at Smule report the work pace is comfortably fast
Work Pace
A Day in the Life
100% of Smule employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
Coworkers
A Day in the Life
Smule employees most often take unlimited paid vacation and sick days each year
Perks & Benefits
A Day in the Life
88% of Smule employees report they are happy with their work life balance
Work Life Balance
A Day in the Life
Smule employees typically get valuable feedback on how to improve at work Every Week
Feedback
A Day in the Life
98% of Smule employees call their work environment positive
Environment
Joining Smule - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from Comparably users in San Francisco about their company is that it was very prepared on their first day. San Francisco employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 78% 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.
Smule KPIs and OKRs
Employees’ understanding of Smule's KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 43 Smule employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 42 have said yes.
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Smule CEO & Leadership
90 /100
Smule CEO Awards and Recognitions
Smule’s CEO Jeffrey Smith started in this role in 2008. Jeffrey’s approval rate is in the Top 5% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Top 5% compared to the CEOs of all other companies in San Francisco. With a high CEO score, Jeffrey Smith has won the Best CEOs for Women in 2021 along with EQRx CEO Alexis Borisy and Civic Financial Services CEO William J. Tessar. Smule’s CEO is highly regarded especially by employees in the Product department, employees with 3 to 6 Years experience, and employees identified with Other ethnicities. However, employees in the Marketing department, employees with Over 10 Years experience, and Male employees have a less favorable view of the CEO and believe there is room for improvement. Compared to Smule’s competitors, Jeffrey Smith ranks right above StarMaker Interactive CEO Jeff Daniel. Under Smith’s leadership, Smule employee respondents are most happy about their Executive Team and the company’s Happiness. eNPS and Diversity are two areas, according to respondents, where Smule could stand to see real improvement.
Smule Leadership
The Smule Executive Team is rated an “A+” and led by CEO Jeffrey Smith, President Bill Bradford, and Chief Financial & Legal Officer Sharon Segev
Jeffrey Smith CEO / President
Jeff started Smule in June of 2008 with a vision to bring music back to its roots as a creative, participatory medium.... read more
Bill Bradford President
With over 25 years of experience building high tech businesses, Bill is responsible for revenue, operations, marketing,... read more
Sharon Segev Chief Financial & Legal Officer
Sharon enjoys building highly effective teams that navigate together to achieve strategic goals while combining... read more
Eric Dumas CTO and General Manager
Eric brings 15 years of experience in highly challenging operational, business, and technological areas. At Smule, Eric... read more
Cassidy Lavin VP of Product and Design
Cassidy Lavin serves as the VP of Product and Design of Smule.
Jeffrey Smith Co-founder and CEO
Jeff started Smule in June of 2008 with a vision to bring music back to its roots as a creative, participatory medium.... read more
Smule Salaries
How much does Smule pay?
How much do people at Smule get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at Smule is $125,427, or $60 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $149,510, or $71 per hour.
At Smule, the highest paid job is a Director of Engineering at $190,369 annually and the lowest is an Admin Assistant at $57,496 annually. Average Smule salaries by department include: Marketing at $191,988, Operations at $100,452, Customer Support at $74,576, and Admin at $75,871. Half of Smule salaries are above $149,510.
48 employees at Smule rank their Compensation in the Top 15% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 102 ratings) while 47 employees at Smule rank their Perks And Benefits in the Top 10% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 88 ratings).
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $84k | $84k | 1st Percentile |
20th Percentile $119k | $119k | 20th Percentile |
40th Percentile $147k | $147k | 40th Percentile |
60th Percentile $207k | $207k | 60th Percentile |
80th Percentile $255k | $255k | 80th Percentile |
100th Percentile $349k | $349k | 100th Percentile |
$125,427*
Average Compensation
$149,510*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
Smule Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at Smule
Diverse employees at Smule score the company 88/100 across various culture categories, placing Smule in the Top 20% 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 Smule across various culture dimensions.
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Smule Perks & Benefits
THE NORMAL STUFF Comprehensive medical, dental, life, and vision benefits 401K HSA Pre-tax commuter and parking programs Awesome work equipment SUPER flexible work and vacation schedule Fully stocked kitchen with carefully curated snacks, refreshments and fresh fruit FUN STUFF Area with a plethora of instruments for impromptu employee jam sessions Staff events, outings, team-building opportunities Monthly Birthday Celebration! Halloween and Costume Party Smackathon Thanksgiving Luncheon Quarterly Karaoke Party Dog friendly Free notary Thursday Work from Home
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Gym Membership / Reimbursement
Paid Time Off
- PTO / Vacation Policy
- Paid Holidays
- Maternity / Paternity Leave
Financial Benefits
- 401K / Retirement Plan
- Performance Bonus
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Office Perks
- Free Food
- Pet-Friendly
- Company Social Outings
- Work From Home Policy
- Unique Office Space
Smule PTO
Smule's PTO and Vacation policy typically gives unlimited days off a year.
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Smule Careers
Smule Jobs
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H1B Visa
In 2019, Smule applied for 12 H1B visas. Of the work permits applied for, 75% were approved.
Work Permit Application Outcome
Smule has a total of 80 employees
12
Total Applied
H1B Applications Outcome
- 75% Granted (9 out of 12)
- 0% Denied ( out of 12)
- 0% Withdrawn Application was withdrawn by the employer before approval/rejection ( out of 12)
- 25% Certified-Withdrawn Application was approved but later withdrawn by employer (3 out of 12)
This data was calculated using publicly sourced data from OFLC Performance Data
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Overview of Candidates Interested in Smule on Comparably
Candidates By Department
All Industries | 53% | |
|---|---|---|
Product | 16% | |
Engineering | 11% | |
Marketing | 11% | |
Design | 5% | |
Other | 5% |
Candidates By Location
San Francisco | 42% | |
|---|---|---|
Portland | 16% | |
New York City | 11% | |
San Diego | 5% | |
Austin | 5% | |
Other | 21% |
Frequently Asked Questions regarding Smule
Who is the CEO of Smule?
Smule CEO is Jeffrey Smith, their score by employees is 90
What is Smule eNPS?
The eNPS for Smule is 61
What is the salary for Director of Engineering in Smule?
Director of Engineering average salary in the US is 190k
What are the salaries in the Admin in Smule?
The average salaries for Admin in Smule is 76k
How many employees work in Smule?
Smule has 80 employees
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