I Should Have Been An Astronaut - Anonymous employee Fanatics Employee Review

2.0
29 Apr 2015
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

-Rapid and bustling work environment at a company that has its sights set on huge growth in the near future. -A thrilling environment for the sports fan. -An ever-increasing pool of talented and extraordinary people. -Bold and ambitious projects and initiatives. -Open communication with management

Cons

-Large burnout factor. Only a matter of time before the phrase "Do more with less." is stamped on the top of everyone's desk. -Struggles with company culture and direction given the constant shifts in management and the melding of different cultures across the various offices. -Very little reward for employees that sacrifice way more than they should. -Not a healthy work/life balance for employees -Communications and inspiration from CEO is sparse at best -Micromanagement and meddling from the very top -Bonuses? We don't need no stinkin' bonuses

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5.0
29 June 2026
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Pros

The recruiters provided a lot of up front information. The interviewers were great. Some were more typical interviews, some were conversational in a great way that made it feel more welcoming. I joined FMX. Onboarding has been pretty solid. I've worked at much larger companies and the onboarding was much more hectic. I also received a very competent laptop for my day-to-day work.

Cons

Some of the information was provided by recruiters were not 100% accurate and there was a bit of a mishap where I Was mistakenly invited to the Debrief. While the onboarding is very structured, given the nature of the product, it can be pretty complicated.

5.0
26 June 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

This is specifically for Fanatics Betting and Gaming (FBG), as I can't speak on the other lines of business. - autonomous work with the freedom to really put your stamp on projects - minimal red tape, allowing you to execute and move swiftly - full remote culture, with the expectation to respect employee calendars - stability- the company is careful not to overhire and retain its employees - the people- despite being remote, I feel close to my team and work around people who really believe in the mission and products we provide

Cons

- Remote work is not for everyone. If you aren't letting management know what you are working on, it can sometimes slip through the cracks. - Full autonomy is a double edge sword. It's fantastic for those who feel like their work is often hindered by unnecessary red tape, but it can be a struggle for those who work better with a set structure and routine. - Technology has been improving and the commitment to leveraging AI tools is encouraging, but there is still a bit of manual work still that can lead to human error. - benefits and pay are fair here, but you have to dig a bit to fully utilize all the benefits we have.

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