Best Programmers for Women in Cable
It can be daunting to follow your own winning act year after year, but Discovery Communications proves that continual improvement not only is possible, but also creates unstoppable momentum for women. Discovery’s repeat showing in the ranks of the top five programmers underscores its decades of commitment to developing female talent and integrating work/life balance into its culture.
Discovery continues to have one of the highest and most consistent proportions of female leaders in the industry. It excels even in the toughest categories, women in technology. For instance, over half of its digital media staff are women.
Women employees report that the company’s ever-evolving work/life resources are a major factor in retention. For example, Discovery has a dependent care consultant to help parents find the best child care option, going far beyond the standard employee assistance program. Even more important, Discovery managers are trained in how to leverage the company’s work/life policies for greater productivity.