Hoffman Now Digital PD, BackstageCountry.com
• Beasley Media Group has promoted Lauren Hoffman to Digital Program Director of BackstageCountry.com.
Ms. Hoffman most recently served as a Digital PD of Beasley’s New Jersey-based radio properties. In her new role, Hoffman, now based in Nashville, will be responsible for overseeing all content and social media for BackstageCountry.com as well as assisting with the coordination of the Key Networks-syndicated Shawn Parr’s Backstage Country, which airs on seven Beasley Country stations and 70+ affiliates.
BackstageCountrydotcom is described as “a premier destination for connecting Country fans with Nashville’s biggest stars, rising stars, and new artists.” Now based in Music City, Hoffman will be in the center of the action, attending and reporting on events, concerts, album launches, interviews, awards shows, etc.
“Lauren’s passion for Country music and the lifestyle made her the obvious choice for this role,” said Erika Beasley, Beasley VP of Digital Content. “With her dedication to writing & creating great content, knowledge of social media and of course, the artists in Country music, she’s sure to excel and ensure success for BackstageCountrydotcom!”
Justin Chase, Beasley Chief Content Officer, said, “Beasley is committed to making BackstageCountrydotcom the leading source for all things Country music, and we’re very happy to have Lauren Hoffman overseeing the platform. I’m excited to watch Lauren grow the Backstage Country brand by collaborating with host Shawn Parr and building upon the strong relationships Beasley has within the Nashville community.”
Hoffman commented, “I am so honored to take this next step in my career and continue working for Beasley Media Group as the Digital Program Director for Backstage Country. Connecting our radio listeners with Country artists directly in Nashville is a dream come true.”
Hoffman can be reached at 732-674-5463 or Lauren.Hoffman@bbgi.com.