Bill Owens, the former executive producer of "60 Minutes," will join the video journalism startup Newpress on March 1. Newpress, founded by YouTube filmmakers Johnny and Iz Harris, raised $12 million to back independent creators with research, fact-checking, and production support.
The move of a veteran journalist like Bill Owens to a creator-led digital platform like Newpress signals a potential shift in media production and distribution, as traditional news organizations face increasing pressures.
Bill Owens, the former executive producer of "60 Minutes," is set to join the video journalism startup Newpress on March 1, following the expiration of his non-compete agreement with CBS. Owens stated his decision was driven by a desire to escape corporate interference he experienced at CBS. Newpress, founded by YouTube filmmakers Johnny and Iz Harris, aims to support independent video creators by providing research, fact-checking, production, and business assistance, while also sharing profits. The company recently secured $12 million in funding, led by Emerson Collective, to launch new shows and expand its offerings into newsletters and podcasts. This move highlights a trend of veteran journalists transitioning to creator-led digital platforms.
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