Irish Times Group Announces Restructured Teams to Enhance Agency Partnerships and Branded Content Offerings
The Irish Times Group is pleased to announce a series of strategic updates and senior appointments as part of its continued evolution to better serve agency partners and clients. These changes reflect the Group’s commitment to delivering premium audiences, fostering creative partnerships, and expanding its portfolio of digital and print solutions.
New Group Content Studio
To support the growing demand for best-in-class branded content, the Irish Times Group has launched a Group Content Studio, a transformative step for the organization. This new team will be led by Gavin McAuliffe, with Jennifer Stevens joining as Group Content Studio Editor. Rooted in the Group’s pillars of Trust, Engagement, and Creativity, the studio aims to collaborate with agencies to create innovative and impactful campaigns for clients.
Consolidated Brands & Partnerships Team
The Brands & Partnerships team has been consolidated to streamline points of contact and enhance efficiency for agency partners.
- Paul Kelly has been appointed Group Head of Brands & Partnerships, overseeing the evolved team.
- David Hendrick takes on the newly created role of Partnership & Sponsorship Account Manager, focused on delivering proactive partnership pitches and creative responses to briefs.
Senior Appointments Across the Group
The Irish Times Group has also made several key appointments to support its premium media solutions and digital offerings:
- Rachel Costello is the new Head of Media Solutions for The Irish Times.
- Caroline Counihan assumes the role of Head of Media Solutions for The Irish Examiner.
- David Murphy steps into the position of Group Head of Digital Solutions, overseeing the Group’s expanding digital portfolio.
- Robin Kelly joins as Head of Recruitment and Education, focusing on growing the Employer Branding and partnership offering, as well as RecruitIreland, the Group’s jobs portal.
