The move is as part of a general reorganisation of the GNM arts and culture editorial departments to create cross-platform editor roles across each genre, including music, books and film.

GNM said the new editors will focus on how best to use resources to broaden GNM's offering both online and in print.

GNM head of culture Georgina Henry said, "Guardian and Observer arts journalism is something we're extremely proud of, and these changes will help give our coverage even more ...