Observed Signal · Sep 30, 2026 · Organizational Change · Source: persoenlich.com News · Impact: 2/5 · Sentiment: Neutral
Journal du Jura and Radio RJB Merge Editorial Leadership
The Swiss media organizations Journal du Jura (JdJ) and Radio RJB are merging their editorial leadership into a single role. Olivier Zahno, previously the editor-in-chief of Radio RJB, will assume leadership of both newsrooms. The reorganization aims to strengthen collaboration between the print and radio operations and improve editorial workflows. Dan Steiner, formerly editor-in-chief of JdJ, will take over the Biel-Seeland department, while Céline Lo Ricco-Châtelain will lead the Grand Chasseral department, joining JdJ soon. The phased implementation begins in autumn and is expected to be fully in effect by January 1. The goal is to clarify responsibilities, facilitate exchange, and leverage employee competencies while preserving the distinct identities of each media brand. The move follows recent visual and digital platform overhauls at JdJ.
The reorganization of newsroom leadership at two Swiss regional media outlets is a notable local media industry event, but it does not have a significant impact on the broader AdTech or MarTech ecosystem.
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- Olivier Zahno wird gemeinsamer Chefredaktor von JdJ und Radio RJB.
- Die Fusion der Chefredaktionen wird schrittweise im Herbst umgesetzt und soll am 1. Januar vollständig in Kraft sein.
- Dan Steiner übernimmt das Ressort Biel-Seeland.
- Céline Lo Ricco-Châtelain leitet das Ressort Grand Chasseral.
- Die Neuorganisation folgt auf eine neue visuelle Identität und digitale Plattformen beim JdJ.
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