Media on the move: March 11

Here’s our regular update on the moves, hires and promotions in Canadian journalism. Want your job move featured? Tweet it to us or use the hashtag #cdnmediamoves Continue Reading Media on the move: March 11

After just over a year at the helm of editorial operations, Mark Towhey is no longer with Sun News.

NEW: Memo to Postmedia staff says Mark Towhey, editor in chief of the Sun papers, is leaving the company effective immediately.
— Sean Craig (@sdbcraig) March 2, 2020

And in the midst of a structural shift announced by the public broadcaster in March, Jennifer McGuire departs as manager and editor-in-chief of CBC News.

Head of CBC News Jennifer McGuire leaving CBC as part of leadership restructuringhttps://t.co/ycEcVq8zJg pic.twitter.com/tiBghWWxL3
— Unifor Media (@MediaUnifor) February 29, 2020

Here are the rest of the media on the move between Feb. 27 – March 11:

Pardon me, just tweeting for once in my life to share some news. 👋

After almost three years, this will be my last week at The Globe. I'm heading to @walrusmagazine as a Features Editor.
— Carine Abouseif (@carineabouseif) March 11, 2020

Hi Islanders, I’ll be on PEI for a few months starting in April. I’m on loan from Montreal, re-joining @CBCPEI. I know there’s lots that happens just under the surface on PEI and that’s what I want to report on.
Kate.mckenna@cbc.ca
— Kate McKenna (@katemckenna8) March 7, 2020

So excited to announce that I’ll be joining the team at @TwitCoast later this month as Lifestyle Editor!

Who ever said it’s not a great time to get a job in print news? pic.twitter.com/u9rmWCXuNi
— Victoria Walton (@victorialwalton) March 6, 2020

We're excited to announce that @emileegilpin is taking over as Managing Director of the First Nations Forward series. She'll continue to build relationships, hire journalists, work w/visual storytellers, reporting on success and self-determination.https://t.co/shNtMxWBwq
— Canada's National Observer (@NatObserver) March 6, 2020

https://twitter.com/sol_israel/status/1235957087496265728?s=21

Personal news: After nearly five years, I’m leaving @globalnews.

We’ve got one more investigation to publish before I’m done — Wednesday, March 11 is my last day. pic.twitter.com/hBETXplboP
— Megan Robinson (@RobinsonMegan) March 6, 2020

Excited to be here! And to be learning from the best 💁🏼‍♀️ https://t.co/86PVhonceu
— Jessie Anton (@jessieanton_) March 5, 2020

Hello! I’m leaving @CANADALAND

My job is up for grabs:https://t.co/5RLDDJfdo6
— Kevin Sexton (@SoundOfSexton) March 5, 2020

Hey Twitter! I'm excited to officially share that as of next month, I will be joining the team over at @GlobalRegina!

A BIG thanks to the @URJschool for everything I have learned over the past 2 years, and for preparing me to step into this new exciting new role.
— Kayleen Sawatzky (@CTVKayleen) March 4, 2020

.@simisara980 will be the host of 980 CKNW's new morning show. https://t.co/2oglabaEle
— Global BC (@GlobalBC) March 4, 2020

2. As of today, I wrap up with @postmedianet’s Postmedia Editorial Services. My next adventure: On March 16, I start as managing editor of @FrederictonDG. Always grateful to be working alongside some amazing and talented people — past, present and future. #cdnmediamoves
— A. Nudder Hat Nanson (@nosynate511) March 4, 2020

I have some news! I'm the newest Reporter-Editor for @CdnPressSports. I'll be working part-time out of their Montreal bureau! Excited to start this new opportunity! pic.twitter.com/KYjc87xw6C
— Julian McKenzie (@jkamckenzie) March 4, 2020

My column introducing myself to Unama’ki #indigenous #storytelling https://t.co/mELByToWYk
— Oscar Baker III (@oggycane4lyfe) March 3, 2020

Welcome to our newest NTW reporter, Nick Fearns! His byline has already graced our pages but now it's official since he's got a real life twitter account (with an excellent headshot). Give him a follow, @nickfearns
— Luke Edwards (@NTWLukeEdwards) March 3, 2020

Beyond thrilled to announce I'll be working as a video journalist for CBC Ottawa for the next year. I learned everything I know working at CBC Manitoba. Looking forward to many visits and seeing this view again soon: pic.twitter.com/EA2r8BEm1h
— Laura Glowacki (@glowackiCBC) March 2, 2020

I’m happy to announce I’ll be working on @GlobalNational as an associate producer! It’s been an absolute treat covering off many roles on the local side and I’m so excited to tackle this new ✨national✨ adventure.
— Katherine (@kathayles) March 2, 2020

Thanks for everything, @blackpressmedia. I look forward to seeing where you go in the next chapter. Baziuk out ✌️
— Laura Baziuk (@LauraBaziuk) February 28, 2020

Après trois belles années, je quitte cette belle équipe. Merci à mes superbes collègues et aux clients de La Presse canadienne! Longue vie aux médias traditionnels (mais n’oubliez pas d’innover, quand même!) pic.twitter.com/AYCrnqqZHZ
— Mick Côté (@MickCote) February 28, 2020

Hello, Twitter! Job update: After nearly three years of learning and laughing with the crew at @CJMENews, I’m excited to ~officially~ announce that I’m joining the @CBCSask team next week. And, I must say, the ninth grade CBC Student News Day Jessie in me is absolutely beaming. pic.twitter.com/FztTNJMDYW
— Jessie Anton (@jessieanton_) February 28, 2020

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