Johnston Press hires former BBC Online marketing head Terry McGrath in new brand role
Johnston Press has hired former BBC Online marketing head Terry McGrath as senior director of brand and product marketing.
Appointment: Terry McGrath
In the newly-created role, McGrath will take responsibility for brand management across the publisher’s 200+ portfolio, and work on product development and ongoing marketing.
McGrath was previously responsible for developing products in the BBC portfolio such as the iPlayer.
She will report to chief marketing officer Lucy Sinclair, who said: “Terry has an impeccable track record of impressive and pioneering digital initiative and a notable ability to lead.
“I know she will be an excellent asset to our team and am excited to see how our extensive portfolio of brands develops in her highly capable hands.”
McGrath said she was “excited” to be joining the company.