Washington Post, CNN, Buzzfeed layoffs: What HR pros can learn

Layoffs have transcended Silicon Valley and are creeping up on digital and traditional media companies, with the latest announcement coming from The Washington Post on Dec. 14. Not only are there implications for the future of journalism (many have noted the timing of media industry headcount reduct...

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Published inHealthcare Dive
Main Author Colvin, Caroline
Format Trade Publication Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Washington Industry Dive 15.12.2022
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Employees
Journalism
Layoffs
Verbal communication
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Summary:Layoffs have transcended Silicon Valley and are creeping up on digital and traditional media companies, with the latest announcement coming from The Washington Post on Dec. 14. Not only are there implications for the future of journalism (many have noted the timing of media industry headcount reduction amid misinformation’s rise throughout the U.S.), but these layoffs offer a distinct set of lessons learned for HR pros across industries. Newspaper and magazine layoffs are part of a bigger conversation regarding media layoffs, which includes talent at streaming services, in the entertainment development sector and in the creative production lane as well.