Brian Watson. (Photo via LinkedIn)
Brian Watson is stepping away from his role as general manager of Paramount’s television stations in Detroit, ending a career with the company that spans more than two decades.
Watson’s last day as general manager of Wwj-tv and independent sister-station Wkbd (Channel 50) will happen on May 10, according to a memo circulated to employees this week and obtained by The Desk on Tuesday.
His resignation comes after a month of internal discussions with CBS News & Stations President Jennifer Mitchell, the memo said. Mitchell is expected to communicate with Wwj-tv and Wkbd employees directly in the coming days as Watson transitions out of his role, the memo said.
It was not clear if Watson’s decision was entirely his own, or if he was coerced by Mitchell or someone else at Paramount to step away from his duties. An email sent to Mitchell seeking additional...
Brian Watson is stepping away from his role as general manager of Paramount’s television stations in Detroit, ending a career with the company that spans more than two decades.
Watson’s last day as general manager of Wwj-tv and independent sister-station Wkbd (Channel 50) will happen on May 10, according to a memo circulated to employees this week and obtained by The Desk on Tuesday.
His resignation comes after a month of internal discussions with CBS News & Stations President Jennifer Mitchell, the memo said. Mitchell is expected to communicate with Wwj-tv and Wkbd employees directly in the coming days as Watson transitions out of his role, the memo said.
It was not clear if Watson’s decision was entirely his own, or if he was coerced by Mitchell or someone else at Paramount to step away from his duties. An email sent to Mitchell seeking additional...
- 4/30/2024
- by Matthew Keys
- The Desk
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