How many black people work for Vice/Noisey/Complex/SPIN/Rolling Stone? (UPDATE :BUZZFEED included)

[Devil Plisken…CMS]

This thread is amazing

 

[Unknown Poster]

Man fuk Russell Simmons

real talk.

 

[Unknown Poster]

I also wanna know how many of the frat boys and sorority girls they got working at Def Jam and Complex and XXL are low-key (or high key) white supremacists that voted for Trump....cause they turning black music into another good ole boys club where we're on the outside looking in. It can't be a coincidence.

 

[jackson35]

Didn't know where else to post this but this is why it's important for black people to have jobs at these places, for an eventual big move like this at a label or production company.

it's important for black people to get some life experience and a history of responsibility duties which will propel us with opportunities.

 

[Booker T Garvey]

Didn't know where else to post this but this is why it's important for black people to have jobs at these places, for an eventual big move like this at a label or production company.

this didn't happen overnight, we fell for the progressive hustle and it's just now starting to bite us in the ass

malcolm spoke on this: (TIME STAMPED)


the rachel dolezals, the shaun kings, and all these whites and latinos running hip hop right now

they don't want to be involved to help or assist, they want to run/own it. be it business or political.
they get in good by telling us what we wanna hear, then they strike.

 

[Unknown Poster]

this didn't happen overnight, we fell for the progressive hustle and it's just now starting to bite us in the ass

malcolm spoke on this (TIME STAMPED)


the rachel dolezals, the shaun kings, and all these whites and latinos running hip hop right now

they don't want to be involved to help or assist, they want to run/own it. be it business or political.
they get in good by telling us what we wanna hear, then they strike.

It's not just in hip-hop too. Best believe this sentiment is shared in R&B, house/techno/EDM....they just want to control black music and black culture...and in turn....Black people.

 

[Booker T Garvey]

It's not just in hip-hop too. Best believe this sentiment is shared in R&B, house/techno/EDM....they just want to control black music and black culture...and in turn....Black people.

and they did it under this new guise of progressiveness and social justice...the smoke has cleared and we ain't got shyt!!!

somebody in another thread pointed out that at HOT 97 it's nothing but LATINO'S!!!! how in the fukk did that happen!!?

 

[JerseyBoy23]

There is slightly good news to this.

These two black brehs are now in charge of the Complex brand

Verizon and Hearst-owned digital media company Complex Networks has elevated key executives Cornell Brown, Damien Scott and Jack Erwin as the company continues its expansion into video.

Brown (pictured, left) has been promoted to general manager of video from GM of video production, while Erwin will become GM of content. The pair will have oversight of the brands Complex, First We Feast, Pigeons & Planes and Sole Collector.

In his expanded role as GM of video, Brown will be responsible for overseeing the creative development of series on the network’s YouTube channels, as well as with linear and digital partners.

He will continue to oversee the in-house production team responsible for a slate of more than 20 daily and weekly series, including Complex News, Hot Ones, Sneaker Shopping and Everyday Struggle.

Since joining Complex from Bad Boy Enterprises in 2013, Brown assisted in the launch of the company’s first channel, Complex News, which has grown to two million-plus subscribers.

Erwin, previously VP of content operations, expands his responsibilities in the creation of original programming for Complex Networks’ key brands. Erwin has helped create such series as Out of Bounds, Everyday Struggle and #Life@Complex.

Both Brown and Erwin will report into Complex Networks CEO Rich Antoniello.

“We have an incredibly talented team that embodies the culture of the company. Both Jack and Cornell have been instrumental in the company’s exponential growth and success in video this past year,” said Antoniello in a statement. “And as we continue to expand our original content, their leadership and continued willingness to experiment with formats and push the boundaries of storytelling is crucial to the development of successful programming at the company.”

Scott (right), meanwhile, has been lifted to the role of editor-in-chief and VP of content and development for Complex. Scott, who rejoined Complex in September as director of content, will lead the Complex editorial and content teams including signature series Everyday Struggle and Out of Bounds. He will also work closely with Erwin and Brown in developing new programming under the Complex brand.

Reporting into Erwin, Scott played a key role in transitioning Complex to video as a producer for the original series Magnum Opus and executive producer of news series On the Ground in Ferguson.

Prior to joining Complex, Scott served as branded content editor for Hearst Autos producing branded video campaigns for Lexus, Rolex and Genesis, among others. Prior to this, he was senior director of content for BET and held roles at Mass Appeal, Vibe and Time magazine.

The promotions follow the departure of Complex Networks’ chief content officer Noah Callahan-Bever, who will remain part of the company in an advisory role.

Complex Networks ups Cornell Brown, Damien Scott

 

[Unknown Poster]

and they did it under this new guise of progressiveness and social justice...the smoke has cleared and we ain't got shyt!!!

somebody in another thread pointed out that at HOT 97 it's nothing but LATINO'S!!!! how in the fukk did that happen!!?

The illusion of inclusion.

 

[Unknown Poster]

There is slightly good news to this.

These two black brehs are now in charge of the Complex brand

Complex Networks ups Cornell Brown, Damien Scott

I wouldn't be surprsed if Complex was lurking this thread lowkey and put these brehs in as a result.

 

[prophecypro]

Yeah just came to mention Noah getting the Def Jam job
I honestly dont know if it means anything given how diluted and washed Def Jam is itself. Its just another major label covering more than rap. So while he grew listening to Def Jam like we all did I honestly dont know if he and Paul Rosenberg are gonna shape it into what once was or if that is even a good idea or economic smart idea in 2018.

 

[Concerning VIolence]

Vice headquarters next on summer jam screem

 

[Stone Cold]

GOAT Thread

5 stars + Dap

 

[BarackStar]

this thread should be made on all the rap forums

 

[Positive Posting]

I don't think you understand how difficult it is to get your foot in the door in media, especially journalism, as a Black person. The people that are typically hired by the Buzzfeed's and Complex's come from backgrounds where they can afford to waste time and money on a journalism degree. These people often go to the elite journalism schools which are given preferential treatment when it comes to recruiting. The few Black people that are in these programs have to work harder and are often given the short end of the stick, at least on campus when it comes to building your resume. You're already behind the 8 ball. Its the reason why there are very few Black people in sports media despite sports being filled with Black bodies. Journalism has a huge diversity problem that the industry chooses to ignore. Its quite ironic that the Buzzfeed's and HuffPo's of the world cover SJW topics and do a complete 180 when it comes to hiring and leveling the playing field.




We can start our own outlets, but without the funding how can we compete? Doesn't matter if the content is good. You need the backing to get it out there. If you don't see it as an issue that Complex got their start by appropriating Black culture and then not giving back by having representation from that demographic, then do you because I can't change your mind.

you right bro, I didnt understand what you meant back then, but after working for these white folks, i know wassup. sorry bro.