US media conglomerate News Corp has announced the appointment of Hamish McLennan to the position of Executive VP, office of the chairman. McLennan, who will divide his time between New York and Sydney, will report to News Corp chairman, CEO Rupert Murdoch and president, COO Chase Carey. His profile includes developing and enhancing News Corporation's large-scale, global brand partnerships in order to maximise revenue derived from the company's deep portfolio of media assets.