Pocket FM, backed by Lightspeed, has recently parted ways with approximately 200 writers. Although the company did not disclose the exact number of affected writers, sources from Inc42 confirmed the figure to be under 200.
“We have recently had to part ways with some of our writers for a US-based audio series to align our resources with our current show pipeline. These changes are typical in the content creation industry and do not reflect on the company’s overall health.
In fact, we are in a strong growth phase with robust revenue signals, and we are accelerating our hiring efforts across regions.” company spokesperson.
Founded in 2018 by Rohan Nayak, Nishanth KS, and Prateek Dixit, Pocket FM is an audio streaming platform offering a wide range of content across multiple languages and genres, including romance, self-help, and motivation. The platform has garnered a significant user base with its diverse and engaging content.
As the company continues to grow, this parting off highlights the challenges faced by content platforms in managing resources and adapting to changing market dynamics. Pocket FM remains committed to delivering high-quality audio content to its listeners while navigating these operational adjustments.
