News Corp. Digital Head Miller to Leave Company

Nine-year veteran at News Corp. to move into advisory role through fall 2013

By Jon Lafayette -- Broadcasting & Cable, 8/23/2012 3:31:08 PM

News Corp. says its chief digital officer, Jonathan Miller, will be leaving the company.

The move comes as News Corp. prepares to split into two separate corporations, one focused on TV and movies, the other on print and education.

In nine years at News Corp., Miller revamped News Corp.'s digital strategy as it transitioned away from standalone owned-and-operated Web properties and refocused on digital content distribution and the monetization of its existing brands on emerging platforms, the company said.

Miller will serve as an outside adviser to News Corp. on digital issues through fall 2013.

"Jon Miller is a visionary in the digital media industry, and his commitment to News Corporation over the last three years has driven us to truly evolve the way millions of people use new platforms to consume news and entertainment," Rupert Murdoch, CEO of News Corp. said in a statement. "As we prepare for our proposed company separation, I respect Jon's desire to return to an operational, entrepreneurial role with a standalone company.  He will be missed and I can't thank him enough for his efforts and many valued contributions."

Chase Carey, president and COO of News Corp., commented: "Jon is a seasoned technology veteran and we've benefited enormously from his insights and deep relationships in Silicon Valley and beyond."