JIG Media has announced the appointment of Todd Betzold as the Managing Editor of NYCPolitics.com, marking a significant expansion of the company’s presence in New York City’s digital media sphere. NYCPolitics.com is a digital platform dedicated to comprehensive political coverage of the city, offering in-depth articles, exclusive interviews, political news, a calendar of key events, and legislative updates. The platform recently launched the NYC Legal Spotlight, which introduces New Yorkers to judicial candidates, attorneys, and elected officials involved in important legislation. The site also plans to launch a podcast that features exclusive interviews with political figures and influencers shaping the city’s future.
Todd Betzold brings a wealth of experience from both entertainment and political journalism. He most recently contributed to EntertainmentNow, covering reality TV and pop culture, with a focus on shows like Survivor, Dancing with the Stars, The Voice, and American Idol. His 15-year freelance career includes writing for major outlets such as MSN (US), MSN Australia, MSN UK, Inquisitr, Screen Rant, Radar Online, OK! Magazine, EntertainmentNow, NewsBreak, and Reality Wanted. Betzold holds a degree in Journalism and Broadcasting from Central Michigan University.
Vernon Jones, CEO of JIG Media, highlighted the importance of Betzold’s appointment for the company’s mission and growth. “Bringing Todd on board is a major step forward for us,” said Jones. “His diverse experience across entertainment and political journalism aligns perfectly with our vision for NYCPolitics.com.” Betzold shared his excitement about joining JIG Media, stating, “I’m thrilled to join JIG Media and lead NYCPolitics.com at such a pivotal time for digital journalism in New York City.” He intends to leverage his experience to deliver engaging political coverage to New Yorkers.
JIG Media operates 15 digital media publications that collectively reach an audience of 2.5 million New Yorkers. As part of its growth strategy, the company plans to appoint Managing Editors for several other outlets in its portfolio, including NYC Sports Network, Healthy NYC, NYC Education News, and NYC Business Daily. NYC Newswire, the company’s digital media distribution hub, is essential for editors in gathering news and distributing content efficiently. JIG Media is implementing proprietary smart AI technology to enhance the efficiency of its digital publications and offering equity positions and revenue sharing to Managing Editors.
