A once great company that's lost it's way. - Anonymous employee Bass Pro Shops Employee Review

2.0
13 June 2008
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Passion for the industry, opportunity to work with others that are passionate about the industry.

Cons

Micromanagement runs rampant at this company. The President and the founder/owner of the company make decisions down to the smallest detail making the processes slow, and limiting the company's ability to grow at a reasonable rate. The President of the company manages thru indimidation and rarely, if ever, gives employees a pat on the back when they've done well. There's a saying around the office that if he isn't yelling at you, you must be doing your job well.

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5.0
7 June 2026
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CEO approval
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Pros

Good work environment. Great Benifits.

Cons

No cons really. Great place to work.

3.0
23 June 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Bass Pro Shops has a strong team culture, and the people are one of the best parts of working here. I've had the opportunity to work with talented and supportive coworkers who are willing to collaborate and help each other succeed. The company also offers exposure to large-scale marketing initiatives and provides opportunities to work on a variety of projects across multiple channels and business areas.

Cons

The compensation and benefits package could be more competitive, especially when compared to similar marketing roles in the industry. Project timelines are often extremely aggressive, leaving little room for unexpected challenges and creating a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. While the work can be rewarding, the combination of tight deadlines and limited resources can make it difficult to maintain a healthy work-life balance at times.

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