Both CNN and NBC News are planning layoffs this week as newsrooms transition away from linear TV toward digital audiences.
CNN will cut 6% of its current workforce as part of CEO Mark Thompson’s continuing efforts to build up the Warner Bros.
After months of speculation, CNN cut 6 percent of its TV news staff, while continuing to add talent focused on digital products. Expect more shifts like this for TV news.
CNN and, to a lesser extent, NBC, are set to fire workers en masse following the November election, CNBC reported Wednesday.
CNN boss Mark Thompson on Thursday revealed sweeping changes to the network, including 200 layoffs in traditional TV ...