Melissa Mitman, editor of Metro Philadelphia, has been named Editor-in-Chief for both Metro Philadelphia and O’Rourke Media Group’s 11 monthly newspapers serving the Philadelphia suburbs. In her expanded role, Mitman will lead editorial strategy and audience development efforts across the company’s growing Philadelphia-area media platform and brands.
A major focus of the role will be expanding the Metro Philadelphia brand — including the rapidly growing Philly Sports Network — deeper into the suburban Philadelphia market with an increased emphasis on digital audience growth, engagement, newsletters and social media expansion.
“Perry Corsetti, General Manager of our Philadelphia group, and I are incredibly excited for Melissa to take on this strategic leadership role,” said Jim O'Rourke. “Expanding our local and regional news coverage, along with the Philly Sports Network brand, into the suburbs through our established newspapers, websites, newsletters and social media channels positions us for significant audience, revenue and long-term growth.
"We have two very talented teams joining forces under Melissa’s leadership as we continue building and expanding our presence throughout the Greater Philadelphia market. We’re really just getting started.”
Mitman, who has served as editor of Metro Philadelphia for the past six years, brings more than two decades of experience in Philadelphia newspapers. Her background includes extensive experience in newsroom leadership, audience engagement, community journalism and digital content strategy.
“Local journalism is strongest when it reflects and connects the communities it serves,” Mitman said. "I'm excited to expand Metro Philadelphia's coverage to the suburbs and continue delivering impactful local news across the region.”
O’Rourke Media Group-PA represents the largest newspaper presence in the Philadelphia market, with a combined circulation exceeding 180,000 and growing. Publications are distributed to homes and high-traffic locations throughout the Greater Philadelphia region, supported by an expanding network of websites, newsletters and social media platforms.
