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Recent Largest Media Layoffs – 2026

Sep 2026

Company: Channel Four Television Corporation

Headquarters: London, England, United Kingdom

Number of People: 300

Channel 4 is planning to cut around 300 jobs – nearly a quarter of its workforce – in its largest layoff round ever. Facing three years of losses and a drop in ad revenue, CEO Priya Dogra is leading a restructuring to streamline operations. The job cuts aim to rein in operational costs following a turbulent period for traditional television advertising.

Aug 2026

Company: Scripps

Headquarters: Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America

Number of People: 270

E.W. Scripps Company has confirmed layoffs affecting nearly 270 workers across its broadcast television operation. The layoffs are part of a new “phase of our transformation plan” and are aimed at consolidating resources and adapting to changing audience preferences. The company plans to centralize newsroom functions, launch 24/7 local news streams, and use more automation to enhance digital-first news production. 

Aug 2026

Company: Dentsu International

Headquarters: Minato, Tokyo, Japan

Number of People: 3400

Dentsu Group Inc. has announced a significant layoff of approximately 3,400 jobs in its international operations, which represents 8% of its overseas workforce. This decision was made as part of a comprehensive restructuring initiative due to significant goodwill impairment losses and the suspension of interim dividend payments. The layoffs primarily affect corporate and back-office functions outside Japan, aiming to streamline operations without compromising the company’s growth potential or competitive edge.

Jul 2026

Company: Thomson Reuters

Headquarters: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Number of People: 500

Thomson Reuters to cut up to 500 engineering roles

Jun 2026

Company: British Broadcasting Corporation

Headquarters: London, England, United Kingdom

Number of People: 550

The BBC will eliminate 550 jobs and shut down some programs as part of cost-saving measures under its new director-general, the Telegraph reported on Wednesday. The British public service broadcaster is also reviewing channels and radio networks as part of the restructuring.

May 2026

Company: Ticketmaster

Headquarters: Los Angeles, California, United States of America

Number of People: 350

Ticketmaster earlier today cut 8% of its global staff — some 350 employees across 25 countries — primarily in its engineering, product and design divisions, along with reducing contractors. The ticketing company’s executive leadership team has not changed.

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