Universal Studios is a film studio and theme park in the Universal City community of the San Fernando Valley region. read more
Universal Studios Company Culture
Universal Studios Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews4.1/5
Universal Studios' Overall Culture is rated B
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
CEO Rating
B+Environment
B+Retention
B+Outlook
B+Perks & Benefits
BUniversal Studios CEO
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Ronald Meyer
75 /100
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Diversity at Universal Studios
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B
Diverse employees at Universal Studios have rated Office Culture, Professional Development, and Outlook as the highest categories they have scored
Women at Universal Studios
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B-
Women at Universal Studios have rated Environment, Outlook, and Perks And Benefits as the highest categories they have scored
Universal Studios 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 30%Top 30% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
16
Universal Studios employees are 16% more likely to recommend Universal Studios as a great place to work
| 47% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 22% | Passives |
| 31% | Detractors |
Working at Universal Studios
Working at Universal Studios is rated highly by 294 employees, across various culture dimensions. Universal Studios employees are most satisfied about CEO Rating, Environment, and Retention categories, putting Universal Studios’s culture in the Top 25% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Top 40% compared to other companies in Los Angeles. See below in detail how working at Universal Studios was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Universal Studios
B
Overall Company Culture at Universal Studios is rated B
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25%
Universal Studios ranks in the Top 25% of other companies on Comparably with 10,000+ Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
Universal Studios Employee Reviews
Out of 215 Universal Studios employee reviews, 78% were positive. The remaining 22% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Universal Studios improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 78% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 22% |
Positive Reviews From Universal Studios Employees
- What did you like most about the interview process?It was 'hire on the spot.'
- What makes you most happy at work?The interaction with the guests.
- What is most positive about the culture and environment at your company?Everyone is accepted as they are, the cultral diversity is awesome.
Constructive Feedback From Universal Studios Employees
- What do your coworkers need to improve and how could you work together better?They stink, and we sll know that
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?They could afford to pay their staff a living wage but won't
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?Pay at least everyone a base rate of 22 an hour
Universal Studios Company Information
Universal Studios Company Overview
Universal Studios is a film studio and theme park in the Universal City community of the San Fernando Valley region.
Universal Studios Mission, Vision & Values
Universal Studios Mission Statement
To provide an environment where our Team Members are proud to work, deliver unforgettable experiences to our guests, and generate superior financial returns.
Universal Studios Vision Statement
To be recognized as the number one entertainment destination in the world!
Universal Studios Values
- Respect
- Teamwork
- Open Communication
- Honesty, Trust & Integrity
- Recognition
- Fun!
| Headquarter | Universal City, CA United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.universalstudios.com |
| Founding Date | 1912 |
| Company Status | Private |
Universal Studios Competitors
Universal Studios competitors include Cedar Fair and Zeel. Universal Studios ranks 2nd in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how Universal Studios 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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Universal Studios Employees
294 employees at Universal Studios have reviewed Universal Studios across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was a day ago.
Overall, the 294 Universal Studios employees give their leadership a grade of B-, or Top 40% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at Universal Studios are generally satisfied with their total compensation at Universal Studios, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at Universal Studios are generally satisfied with their team. 294 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a B-. The majority believe the meetings at Universal Studios are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at Universal Studios believe the environment at Universal Studios is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Universal Studios is extremely fast. About 73% of the employees at Universal Studios work 8 hours or less, while 9% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.
Overall, the employees at Universal Studios are 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
Universal Studios employees generally work 8.7 hrs a day
Work Hours
A Day in the Life
Employees at Universal Studios report the work pace is extremely fast
Work Pace
A Day in the Life
84% of Universal Studios employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
Coworkers
A Day in the Life
Universal Studios employees most often take 0-10 paid vacation and sick days each year
Perks & Benefits
A Day in the Life
Universal Studios employees typically get valuable feedback on how to improve at work Once a month
Feedback
A Day in the Life
65% of Universal Studios employees call their work environment positive
Environment
Joining Universal Studios - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from employees about joining Universal Studios is that the company was very prepared on their first day. Universal Studios employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 75% 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.
Universal Studios KPIs and OKRs
At Universal Studios 33% of employees think their department KPIs and OKRs are clear. Employees’ understanding of Universal Studios' KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 4 Universal Studios employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 1 have said yes.
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Universal Studios CEO & Leadership
Universal Studios CEO - Ronald Meyer
75 /100
Ronald’s approval rate is in the Top 20% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Top 25% compared to the CEOs of all other companies in Los Angeles. Universal Studios’s CEO is highly regarded especially by Hispanic or Latino employees, employees in the Operations department, and employees with the company for 1 to 2 Years. However, African American/Black employees, employees with Over 10 Years experience, and employees in the Sales department have a less favorable view of the CEO and believe there is room for improvement. Compared to Universal Studios’s competitors, Ronald Meyer ranks right above Cedar Fair CEO Richard A. Zimmerman. Under Meyer’s leadership, Universal Studios employee respondents are most happy about their Environment and the company’s Retention. Meetings and Manager are two areas, according to respondents, where Universal Studios could stand to see real improvement.
Universal Studios Leadership
The Universal Studios Executive Team is rated a “C+” and led by CEO Ronald Meyer, CMO Mariela Ure, and Chief Marketing Officer & SVP, Marketing and Sales Mariela Ure
Ronald Meyer CEO / President
Ronald Meyer serves as the CEO / President of Universal Studios.
Mariela Ure CMO
Mariela Ure serves as the Chief Marketing Officer & SVP, Marketing and Sales of Universal Studios Hollywood. Mariela... read more
Mariela Ure Chief Marketing Officer & SVP, Marketing and Sales
Mariela Ure serves as the Chief Marketing Officer & SVP, Marketing and Sales of Universal Studios Hollywood. Mariela... read more
Modesto Alcala Sr. Vice President Food & Beverage, and General Manager, CityWalk
Modesto Alcala serves as the Sr. Vice President Food & Beverage, and General Manager, CityWalk of Universal Studios... read more
Eric Kopelow Vice President & Corporate Executive Chef
Eric Kopelow serves as the Vice President & Corporate Executive Chef of Universal Studios.
Glen Connally Senior Vice President of Technical Services
Glen Connally serves as the Senior Vice President of Technical Services of Universal Studios Hollywood. Glen started at... read more
David Miller Senior Vice President of Brand Marketing
David Miller serves as the Senior Vice President of Brand Marketing of Universal Studios Hollywood. David started at... read more
Scott Strobl SVP of Operations
Scott Strobl serves as the SVP of Operations of Universal Studios Hollywood. Scott started at Universal Studios... read more
Matt Poyer Vice President CityWalk Operations
Matt Poyer serves as the Vice President CityWalk Operations of Universal Studios Hollywood. Matt started at Universal... read more
Universal Studios Salaries
How much does Universal Studios pay?
How much do people at Universal Studios get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at Universal Studios is $126,085, or $60 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $116,032, or $55 per hour.
At Universal Studios, the highest paid job is a General Counsel at $243,321 annually and the lowest is a CS Rep at $46,243 annually. Average Universal Studios salaries by department include: Finance at $103,682, Sales at $134,323, Business Development at $139,154, and Communications at $234,687. Half of Universal Studios salaries are above $116,032.
102 employees at Universal Studios rank their Compensation in the Top 35% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 306 ratings) while 98 employees at Universal Studios rank their Perks And Benefits in the Top 25% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 100 ratings).
Salaries contributed from Universal Studios employees include job titles like Email Marketer and Financial Analyst. Comparably data has a total of 0 salary records from Universal Studios employees.
Last updated a month ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $69k | $69k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $92k | $92k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $115k | $115k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $157k | $157k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $197k | $197k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $239k | $239k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $245k | $245k | 100th Percentile |
$126,085*
Average Compensation
$116,032*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
Universal Studios Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at Universal Studios
Diverse employees at Universal Studios score the company 71/100 across various culture categories, placing Universal Studios in the Top 30% of companies on Comparably with 10,000+ Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Universal Studios across various culture dimensions.
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Universal Studios Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Health Insurance
Universal Studios PTO
Universal Studios' PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 0-10 days off a year. Universal Studios' benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a less than $500 cash value per month.
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Universal Studios Careers
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H1B Visa
In 2019, Universal Studios applied for 1 H1B visas. Of the work permits applied for, 100% were approved.
Work Permit Application Outcome
1
Total Applied
H1B Applications Outcome
- 100% Granted (1 out of 1)
- 0% Denied ( out of 1)
- 0% Withdrawn Application was withdrawn by the employer before approval/rejection ( out of 1)
- 0% Certified-Withdrawn Application was approved but later withdrawn by employer ( out of 1)
This data was calculated using publicly sourced data from OFLC Performance Data
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Overview of Candidates Interested in Universal Studios on Comparably
Candidates By Department
Admin | 50% | |
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Operations | 50% |
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Glendale | 50% | |
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Colorado Springs | 50% |
Frequently Asked Questions regarding Universal Studios
Who is the CEO of Universal Studios?
Universal Studios CEO is Ronald Meyer, their score by employees is 75
What is Universal Studios eNPS?
The eNPS for Universal Studios is 16
What is the salary for General Counsel in Universal Studios?
General Counsel average salary in the US is 243k
What are the salaries in the IT in Universal Studios?
The average salaries for IT in Universal Studios is 113k
Who are Universal Studios competitors?
Universal Studios main competitors are Cedar Fair, Zeel
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