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business2 years ago

"Los Angeles Times Executive Editor Kevin Merida Resigns Amid Digital Subscriber Shortfall"

Los Angeles Times Executive Editor Kevin Merida is stepping down after less than three years, citing career considerations and the need to be of value to the journalism profession. The departure comes as the newspaper faces challenges, including falling short of its digital subscriber goal. The Times, owned by Patrick and Michele Soon-Shiong, won three Pulitzer Prizes under Merida's leadership. Soon-Shiong stated the need to build a sustainable business for growth and innovation, and the LA Times Guild expressed support for finding a successor with vision and clarity for the future.

media2 years ago

"Los Angeles Times Executive Editor Kevin Merida Resigns"

Kevin Merida, the executive editor of The Los Angeles Times, announced his abrupt departure from the newspaper after nearly three years in the role, citing "considerable soul-searching about my career." His exit comes amid reported disagreements with the ownership over editorial decisions and business priorities, leaving the largest news organization in the West in a state of flux.

businessnews-media2 years ago

"Los Angeles Times Executive Editor Kevin Merida's Departure"

Kevin Merida, the executive editor of the Los Angeles Times, announced his departure from the company after three years in the role, citing a decision made in consultation with the owner, Patrick Soon-Shiong. The newsroom was reportedly caught off-guard by the announcement. The organization is now conducting an internal and external search for his successor, while the newsroom's senior leadership team will oversee operations in the interim.

businessnews-media2 years ago

"Kevin Merida Steps Down as L.A. Times Executive Editor"

Los Angeles Times Executive Editor Kevin Merida is stepping down after 2½ years, leaving the newsroom under strain and presenting a challenge to the paper’s owner, Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong, who must find a new top editor. The Times has fallen short of its digital subscriber goals and needs a revenue boost. Merida's departure comes after a rocky year and a devastating round of layoffs last summer, with the newsroom union growing more restive after going more than a year without a contract.

businessnews-media2 years ago

"Kevin Merida Resigns as Executive Editor of Los Angeles Times After Short Tenure"

Kevin Merida has resigned as the executive editor of the Los Angeles Times after less than three years in the role, citing a decision made in consultation with the publication's owner, Patrick Soon-Shiong. Merida's departure comes amid ongoing challenges for the Times, including transitioning to digital and financial losses. Soon-Shiong expressed commitment to the publication's mission and announced an internal and external search for a successor, with an interim leadership team already in place. Merida, who previously worked at ESPN and the Washington Post, expressed pride in the progress made during his tenure and optimism for the Times' future.