News Broadcasting
CNNRadio adds to editorial strength
MUMBAI: CNNRadio in the US has announced that it has strengthened its newsgathering operations. It has appointed four new staff members together and has also promoted four experienced staffers to new positions. CNNRadio is a full-service network, providing its more than 2,000 worldwide affiliates with up-to-date news, business, sports, health, and entertainment news.
In announcing the changes CNN News Services VP Jerry DeMink said that the changes ensure that news from CNNRadio remains the most up-to-date and accurate information available for its more than 2,000 affiliates. “Our new hires come to CNNRadio with unsurpassed skills in the field of radio newsgathering,” DeMink said. “Additionally, the establishment of the CNNRadio supervising producers will give our partner stations an experienced and specific contact point regarding coverage plans for upcoming events of interest while overseeing the day-to-day editorial direction of the network.”
The network has hired former staff member Tyler Moody as senior producer. Moody rejoins the network from KOA-AM in Denver where he was the executive producer and assistant news director. Moody previously worked for CNNRadio in 2000-2001 as a coordinating producer, anchor and editor. His new job duties will include oversight of CNNRadio correspondents as well as leading the team coordinating news content and live shots for affiliates.
In addition to the new hires, CNNRadio has established a management level of supervising producers to oversee the editorial direction of the network. Radio veteran Richard Benson has been promoted to executive producer. He has been with CNNRadio since 1989.
News Broadcasting
BBC to cut up to 2,000 jobs in biggest overhaul in 15 years
Cost pressures and leadership change drive major workforce reduction plan
LONDON: BBC has unveiled plans to cut up to 2,000 jobs, roughly 10 per cent of its global workforce, in what marks its biggest downsizing in 15 years.
The announcement was made during an all-staff meeting led by interim director-general Rhodri Talfan Davies, as the broadcaster moves to tackle mounting financial pressures and reshape its operations.
Between 1,800 and 2,000 roles are expected to be eliminated from a workforce of around 21,500. The cuts form part of a broader plan to save £500 million over the next two years, aimed at offsetting rising costs, stagnating licence fee income and weaker commercial revenues.
In a communication to staff, BBC interim director-general Rhodri Talfan Davies said, “I know this creates real uncertainty, but we wanted to be open about the challenge,” acknowledging the impact the move would have across the organisation.
The restructuring comes at a time of leadership transition. Former director-general Tim Davie stepped down earlier this month, with Matt Brittin, a former Google executive, set to take over the role on May 18, 2026.
While some cost-cutting measures are being implemented immediately, the majority of the structural changes are expected to roll out over the next few years, with full savings targeted by the 2027–2028 financial year.
The broadcaster had earlier signalled its intent to reduce its cost base by around 10 per cent over a three-year period, warning of “difficult choices” as it adapts to shifting economic realities and audience expectations.
With operating costs hovering around £6 billion annually, the BBC’s latest move underscores the scale of the financial challenge it faces, as it balances public service commitments with the need for long-term sustainability in an increasingly competitive media landscape.
