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Atlas Obscura Layoffs

June 2020

Atlas Obscura announced a layoff affecting 15 employees in June 2020. The company operates in the Media sector.

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15

Announced Date

Jun 18, 2020

Company Information

Industry
Media
Country
US
Region
New York City
Last Updated: Apr 18, 2026

About

Atlas Obscura, a media company known for its exploration of curious and wondrous places, laid off 13 employees in June 2020. This represented approximately 20% of its workforce at the time. The layoffs were a direct result of the severe financial impact caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, which drastically reduced advertising revenue and disrupted the travel industry central to its content. The company, operating in the digital media and travel sector, was forced to make these cuts to ensure its sustainability during the global crisis.

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