Liz Culley Named VP of Entertainment & Special Projects at The Hollywood Reporter

By Nikki Reese | July 30, 2024
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Liz Culley Named VP of Entertainment & Special Projects at The Hollywood Reporter

Liz Culley has been appointed as VP of Entertainment Sales and Head of Special Projects at The Hollywood Reporter (THR). Based in Los Angeles, Culley will collaborate with advertisers to craft tailored marketing solutions across THR’s platforms, focusing on FYC Awards, podcasts, experiential events, and other special projects.

Previously, Culley served as Executive Director of FYC and Entertainment Sales at Condé Nast, where she enhanced Vanity Fair’s FYC offerings and introduced the awards podcast Little Gold Men to live audiences. Her career spans over 12 years in the media and entertainment sectors, including roles at Myspace, PopSugar, YouTube, and Bustle Digital Group.

THR President Joe Shields praised Culley for her dynamic approach and strategic expertise, highlighting her fit with THR’s collaborative culture and commitment to expanding its FYC Awards coverage. Culley expressed enthusiasm for joining THR, emphasizing its potential for engaging new audiences in the entertainment industry.