The instant messaging platform has reduced its headcount by about 4%, including entertainment partnerships head Kenny Layton and marketing staff.
“Discord can confirm that approximately 4% of our team have been let go as part of the reorganization of some business units, and we are ensuring that those impacted are being supported,” said a Discord spokesperson in a statement. “We are focused on the long-term growth of the business and delivering on our mission.”Discord is an instant messaging platform that allows users to form channels for specific communities and privately communicate using text, voice, video media and files.
“Just got laid off from my role at Discord, along with many amazing colleagues from the marketing org and a majority of the Entertainment Partnerships team,” said Layton in his LinkedIn post. “Open to new opportunities, let’s chat.” Layton, who previously appeared on2016 Digital Power Players List for his previous work at William Morris Endeavor, added there was a “longer post to come later as I’m still processing.
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