WBRZ (Baton Rouge) Reporter Mark Armstrong is leaving the station and headed to the dark side.

Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome announced today that Armstrong is stepping into a new role as her chief communications officer.

"Mark brings many talents and great experience to this critical role, including his knowledge of local media, and I’m excited about him joining our team," Broome said in her announcement Monday. "Communicating with our citizens through various media channels about the many achievements, partnerships and activities taking place in our City-Parish ensures we exhibit transparency and honor our dedication to preserving the trust of our community."

In his new role, he will be paid $71,890 a year, which is likely a lot more than he got paid at WBRZ.

H/T The Advocate