Paramount

Paramount Global is a prominent media and entertainment company with a rich history dating back to 1912. Originally founded as the Famous Players Film Company, it has evolved into a major player in film production, television networks, streaming, and consumer products. Paramount Pictures is known for producing and distributing a wide range of feature films, from early classics to modern blockbusters. The company owns several well-known television networks, including CBS, Nickelodeon, and Showtime, and produces popular shows like *SpongeBob SquarePants* and *Dora the Explorer*. Paramount+ serves as its streaming platform, offering a variety of on-demand content to a global audience. Additionally, Paramount engages in advertising solutions and international distribution, reaching billions of subscribers across more than 100 countries. The company continues to innovate and adapt, maintaining its status as one of Hollywood's oldest and most enduring studios.

Entertainment New York, United States Founded 1912 ~6,995 employees

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Employees
6,995
+1% in the 3 months to Sep 2026
Revenue / employee
$4.1M
Revenue ~$28.8B
12-month attrition
17.3%
Tech: 15%
H1B filings, FY2026
6
Sponsors visas

Headcount trend

Paramount went from 7,208 employees in Oct 2024 to 6,995 in Sep 2026. Apr to Sep 2026: 468 people joined, 249 left.

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other2,213
Marketing1,160
Operations1,133
Engineering727
Sales655
Finance409
Design339
HR222

Salaries at Paramount

All salaries

81 salary profiles in the US

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Pay by level, gender and ethnicity · India salaries

H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Limited
H-1B Filings by Department
Engineering9
Marketing2
IT1
Operations1

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 6 filings.

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Paramount FAQ

How many employees does Paramount have?

Paramount has about 6,995 employees, up 1% over the 3 months to Sep 2026.

Does Paramount sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. Paramount filed 6 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.

What is Paramount's revenue per employee?

Paramount makes about $4.11M in revenue per employee, based on $28.76B annual revenue and 6,995 employees.

How much does Paramount pay?

6figr has 81 salary profiles for Paramount in the US and 33 in India, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the Paramount salaries page. See Paramount salaries in the US

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.