Adam Smyth Appointed Head of BBC News Northern Ireland
Adam Smyth has been appointed to the role of Head of News at BBC Northern Ireland.
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Elle Spektor named Digital Strategy Manager at PIX11
PIX11 has named Elle Spektor Manager Digital Strategy & Production. Spektor will continue to report to David Hyman, VP Marketing and Creative, PIX11.
Matt Murray Named Editor of The Wall Street Journal
Matt Murray replaced Gerard Baker as Editor of The Wall Street Journal who will become Editor-at-Large and present a new show on the Fox Business Network.
Dan Realson Named VP of Digital Ad Sales at Fox News
Fox News Channel has appointed Dan Realson as vice president of digital ad sales it was announced Marianne Gambelli, president of ad sales for Fox News and Fox Business Network.
Keith Olbermann Signs New Deal at ESPN
Keith Olbermann, historically one of ESPN’s most prominent and impactful commentators, will expand his existing ESPN role by making additional appearances across ESPN platforms and programs in 2018 as part of a new agreement.
CNN Hires John Avlon as Senior Political Analyst
John Avlon has joined CNN full time as Senior Political Analyst, and will have a daily presence on CNN’s morning program New Day.