CNBC to combine digital, TV, lay off staff

CNBC is restructuring its newsroom to unify its TV and digital operations in a move that would result in nearly a dozen layoffs including the website’s managing editor Jeff McCracken, reports Dawn Chmielewski and Aditya Soni of Reuters. Chmielewski and Soni report, “The cuts are part of an overhaul under Editor-in-Chief David Cho, as CNBC prepares to […]
CNBC hires Peterson as senior economics writer

Matt Peterson will be joining CNBC as a senior economics writer on March 2. Peterson is an award-winning journalist who covers public policy, economics and financial markets. In his new role based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., he will draw on his knowledge and sourcing to deliver step-back analysis and exclusives on policy and the broader economy. […]
CNBC seeks a reporter

This is a full-time, staff position at CNBC headquarters in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey. We’re looking for a detail-oriented, self-starter to work across digital and television teams. This Reporter writes stories for CNBC.com based on Jim Cramer’s stock market commentary and CEO interviews on “Mad Money,” with the opportunity to write broader investing and markets […]
CNBC hires Boulos as anchor in London

CNBC has hired Ben Boulos as a television anchor in London. Boulos will join the “Squawk Box Europe” lineup alongside Karen Tso and Steve Sedgwick in early February, as Julianna Tatelbaum begins maternity leave. “I am delighted that Ben is joining the CNBC International team,” said Leonie Kidd, head of TV News for Europe, Middle East […]
CNBC hires Kim as a reporter in Singapore

CNBC has hired Lisa Kim as a reporter, primarily covering key business stories from Japan and South Korea. She is based in Singapore. “I am thrilled to have Lisa join us at CNBC International,” said Justin Solomon, head of TV News for Asia Pacific, in a statement. “Her deep knowledge of Japan and South Korea adds […]
CNBC.com hires Keane as senior politics editor

Angela Greiling Keane is joining CNBC as senior politics editor for CNBC.com. Based in Washington, D.C., Keame will oversee CNBC’s politics team in D.C. and New Jersey, working closely with Washington deputy bureau chief MC Wellons and CNBC.com managing editor Jeff McCracken to help shape political coverage across television and digital, ensuring a unified and […]
CNBC is launching a German-language news service

CNBC is partnering with C-DACH Business News Holding GmbH to launch CNBC DACH, a German-language business and financial news service covering Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. CNBC DACH plans to deliver content across television, digital platforms, social media, live events and print, including a dedicated TV channel with localized feeds and original reporting from the region. […]
CNBC is launching new show called “Leader’s Playbook”

CNBC is launching a new show called “Leader’s Playbook” that will air on Wednesday evenings. The show, hosted by senior media and technology correspondent Julia Boorstin, will have conversations with top CEOs and business leaders about how they think, navigate crisis, and lead. It airs at 10 p.m. The first episode ran last week. Boorstin […]
CNBC seeks a news investing writer

CNBC is looking for a sharp, insightful stock pick news writer who can uncover compelling investment ideas and react quickly to the news. At times this writer may be called upon to update the CNBC’s stock picks or launch new stories to explain how an investment environment has changed. Key Responsibilities Identify opportunities through deep […]
Shin returns to CNBC as executive VP of growth and partnerships

Sally Shin has been named executive vice president of growth and partnerships at CNBC. Shin will be responsible for accelerating growth across emerging media platforms and strengthening new and existing partnerships She will report to President KC Sullivan and starts on Jan. 13. “Sally’s unique experience as an editorial leader, investor and advisor to new […]