NBC News recently announced layoffs affecting approximately 40 employees, around 2% to 3% of its workforce, as part of a strategic shift towards digital growth. While the layoffs impacted various teams, reports indicate a focus on roles related to culture and diverse populations, though these teams were not entirely eliminated. The network plans to create around 12 new positions in digital news, encouraging laid-off staff to apply. Meanwhile, the wider industry is seeing a trend of layoffs, driven by declining linear TV news viewership in favor of social media and streaming platforms.
NBC News cut about 40 staffers, shifting focus towards digital growth amidst declining TV viewership as audiences increasingly consume news via social media platforms.
Despite the layoffs, NBC News is creating new positions mainly in digital news, encouraging those affected to apply, while also seeking to hire for over 50 other roles.
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