The BBC has for the first time dived into the world of big tech for its director general.
With reports swirling these past few weeks, the corporation has confirmed that former Google EMEA chief Matt Brittin will take on the most powerful role in British broadcasting, replacing Tim Davie. He will join on May 18 and will be paid £565,000 ($756,000), an increase on Davie’s compensation of nearly £545,000.
BBC chair Samir Shah said: “Matt brings to the BBC deep experience of leading a high-profile and highly-complex organisation through transformation. He is an outstanding leader and has the skills needed to navigate the organisation through the many changes taking place in the media market and in audience behaviours.
“Matt’s passion for the BBC, his understanding of the challenges facing the organisation, his commitment to its independence and his determination to maintain the BBC’s position as one of
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