BET Faces Job Cuts Amid Paramount Global’s Restructuring
BET is reducing its workforce across various departments as part of a broader round of layoffs at its parent company, Paramount Global. The decision was outlined by BET’s CEO in an internal memo, reflecting the company’s efforts to streamline operations and better position itself for future success.
Layoffs Announced in Internal Memo
In a memo addressed to the team, BET CEO Scott Mills explained that, following recent comments from Paramount’s co-CEOs, the company is taking additional steps to optimize its overall structure. “As Paramount’s leadership has highlighted, we must all make adjustments to ensure continued success,” Mills wrote. “BET is not immune to these conditions, and we, too, must reduce staff within our organization.”
Mills detailed that BET would maintain functions central to its mission and market leadership—including content strategy, production, programming, marketing and insights, social impact, advertising sales, streaming, and digital initiatives. In parallel, the network plans to rely further on Paramount’s broader support areas such as linear TV research, finance, and legal and business affairs.
A Difficult Transition
The internal communication acknowledged the loss of valued colleagues who have played pivotal roles in BET’s success. Mills expressed gratitude for the contributions of those leaving, describing the moment as particularly challenging. He also conveyed his confidence in the remaining team’s resolve and ability to drive the brand forward during this period of change.
Broader Context at Paramount Global
The layoffs at BET are part of a wider 3.5% reduction in the United States workforce at Paramount Global, a move that has affected several hundred employees companywide. This initiative comes while Paramount Global awaits regulatory approval for its proposed merger with Skydance Media. Industry insiders note that these restructuring efforts are aimed at maximizing operational efficiency across a portfolio that includes CBS, Paramount+, Comedy Central, MTV, and Paramount Pictures.
About BET Media Group
BET Media Group is recognized as the world’s largest media company dedicated to the Black community and the celebration of Black culture. Its expansive portfolio spans cable television, streaming and digital content, film and TV production, live events, and international media. The group includes BET, the streaming service BET+, BET Gospel, BET HER, BET International, BET Jams, BET Soul, BET Studios, and VH1.
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