High-level departures from BBC News continue as Katz moves to replace Jay Hunt as director of programmesThe editor of Newsnight, Ian Katz, is leaving the BBC to become director of programmes at Channel 4, one of the most influential roles in British broadcasting. Katz will replace Jay Hunt, who has moved to Apple, and will have responsibility for commissioning programmes and managing Channel 4’s schedule. Katz has limited experience of commissioning programmes but a Channel 4 source praised his “history of risk-taking” and “promoting new talent”. Katz will start at Channel 4 in January and can expect a significant pay rise. He was paid £151,600 a year at the BBC while Hunt received £683,000 in 2016, including a £433,000 salary and £180,000 bonus.

Source: The Guardian October 31, 2017 17:48 UTC