James Murdoch named News Corp. deputy COO

News Corp. said James Murdoch, 38, would also head the company's international operations as chairman and chief executive of News Corp. International.

News Corp. said James Murdoch will move to New York from London and will report to News Corp. deputy chairman, president and chief operating officer Chase Carey and work closely with his father, Rupert Murdoch.

"James has demonstrated in an array of roles that he is a shrewd and decisive operator who can deftly navigate complex issues to transform businesses," Carey said in a statement.

"He has equally shown a unique understanding of the emerging technologies and the digital forces that are reshaping our industry," he said.

"As we become increasingly global and consumer focused, we believe there are real opportunities to add new dimensions to our core businesses," Carey said.

"We are confident that James' deep knowledge of international markets, his proven leadership, and his passionate focus on building consumer relationships make him the ideal person to help us realize these opportunities across all our companies."