75 People are laid off by MSNBC and NBC News across all Networks
According to TheWrap, NBC News/MSNBC is laying off around 75 employees spread across their networks. This was confirmed by a source who knew the matter.
Sources say the layoffs are the result of targeted programming changes and editorial changes. These will allow networks with a total workforce of approximately 3,500 to invest in key areas of growth.
Although both branches have created hundreds in digital streaming and core TV programming recently, MSNBC News and NBC News intend to create new roles in the coming weeks in areas where growth is needed.
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Noah Oppenheim’s death was followed by layoffs. stepped down President of NBC News to accept a production contract at NBC Universal. As part of an NBC News reorganization, New York Times deputy managing editor Rebecca Blumenstein takes over the reins as president of editorial, duties for which she’ll share with NBC News execs Libby Leist and Janelle Rodriguez, who will be promoted as part of the reorg.
The news continues to grow media layoff bloodbath CNN and Gannett both laid off hundreds in their news operations in December. BuzzFeed saw a 12% reduction and the Washington Post lost 10 employees from its Sunday print magazine. Gannett, the owner of USA Today and 100 daily papers in 44 US states, announced that 6% would be cut from its news division.
Morning Brew laidoff 14% of its staff in the autumn, and Vice Media reduced 2% its digital news and publishing staff. The tech news website was also affected. Protocol shut down60 jobs will be eliminated. video news startup The Recount Also, plans are in place to suspend operations.
CNN’s Oliver Darcy first reported The latest.