Scripps Taps Kate O’Brian To Lead News At Its National Networks
In this newly created role, the ABC News veteran will be responsible for the news and programming strategy for Scripps Networks’ news brands Newsy and Court TV.
The E.W. Scripps Co. today named award-winning network news executive Kate O’Brian head of news for its national television networks business, effective April 12.
In this newly created role, O’Brian will be responsible for the news and programming strategy for Scripps Networks’ news brands Newsy and Court TV, upholding the company’s commitment to quality, objective journalism. She will report to Scripps Networks President Lisa Knutson.
“Kate’s career has taken her around the world to report on events that have shaped our culture and shared experiences,” Knutson said. “She brings a depth of editorial experience, journalistic integrity and curiosity that aligns with our ethos and our commitment to straightforward, opinion-free news and enterprise journalism.