Eileen Murphy
About Eileen Murphy
Eileen Murphy is a Senior Counselor and Head of Executive Communications at The New York Times, where she has worked since 2021. She has extensive experience in corporate communications, having held senior roles at various organizations including News Corporation, ABC News, and the New York Daily News.
Work at The New York Times
Eileen Murphy has served as Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications at The New York Times from 2010 to 2021. In this role, she managed the organization’s communication strategies and public relations efforts. Since 2021, she has taken on the position of Senior Counselor and Head of Executive Communications, where she continues to shape the executive communication landscape of the company. In addition to her corporate responsibilities, she serves as the President of the Board of The New York Times Neediest Cases Fund, overseeing its annual fundraising campaign.
Previous Experience in Corporate Communications
Eileen Murphy has extensive experience in corporate communications across various organizations. She worked as Vice President of Corporate Communications at New York Daily News from 2004 to 2005 and at News Corporation from 2000 to 2002. Additionally, she held the position of Vice President of Corporate Communications at Primedia for a brief period in 2000. Her previous roles also include Deputy Communications Director at the New York City Department of Education from 2003 to 2004 and VP of Communications at ABC News from 1993 to 2000.
Educational Background
Eileen Murphy studied Communications and Business Administration at St. John's University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 1982 to 1985. She also attended Royal Holloway, University of London, where she focused on Journalism in 1984. This educational foundation has contributed to her expertise in communications and public relations throughout her career.
Career in Public Relations
Murphy's career in public relations began at Turner Broadcasting, where she served as Director of Public Relations in New York from 1992 to 1993. She also worked as Director of Program Publicity at the National Cable Television Association from 1991 to 1992. Her diverse roles in public relations have equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of media relations and strategic communication.