Rachel Corp has resigned as CEO of ITN effective immediately, the company announced.
ITN said on Tuesday that Ms Corp had stepped down after four years in the role and would be replaced by Ian Rumsey.
After joining as a trainee, Ms Corp worked at the company for more than three decades and held a number of senior leadership roles across the organisation, including editor of ITV News London, 5 News and ITV News before becoming chief executive.
Rumsey is a Bafta and RTS award-winning producer who joined ITN in 2005 after beginning his career in newspapers.
He has held senior leadership roles at the company, from program editor of ITV News' News at Ten to chief content officer of ITN Productions.
Ms Corp, who will remain at ITN until May 22 to ensure a smooth transition for her successor, said: “After much reflection, I have decided that the time is right for me to step down as chief executive and pursue new opportunities.
“ITN has been a huge part of my life and career for over three decades, and it has been a privilege to work alongside so many talented colleagues.
“I am incredibly proud to have led ITN during such a critical period for public service journalism and trusted content in a rapidly changing industry.
“Ian knows and cares deeply about ITN, and I can't think of a better person to lead the organization.
“I’m excited for what comes next and I wish Ian and everyone at ITN every success in the future.”
Rumsey said: “ITN is a remarkable organization, full of exceptional people, first-class journalism and storytelling, but, above all, a unique attitude and spirit. Like all media companies, we face real challenges, but we also have enormous opportunities and enormous potential ahead.
“Rachel has given so much to ITN over many years, as CEO and long before, and she leaves with my friendship, admiration and gratitude.
“I know everyone at the company will join me in wishing him every success in the future.”
Kyla Mullins, ITN board chair, said: “Ian is an outstanding editorial leader and executive who knows ITN exceptionally well, having worked across its news division and led ITN Productions for the best part of 20 years.
“We are delighted to have him lead the organization into its next chapter.
“ITN remains one of the most respected and trusted news organizations in the UK and internationally, as well as a prolific content powerhouse nationally and globally.
“While the broader media environment continues to evolve rapidly, we are confident in the future of ITN, the strength of our journalism and production teams, and the opportunities ahead.”
