Channel Seven's new boss Anthony De Ceglie is under pressure to “turn the ship around” as he steps into his new role, says The Australian’s Media Writer Sophie Elsworth.

“He has got his feet under the desk today in Sydney, and he has got to turn this ship around after weeks, if not months of bad press,” Ms Elsworth told Sky News host Chris Kenny.

“They had the scandal surrounding the Spotlight programme.

“They had bungling of the Bondi murderer, naming the wrong man.

“They’ve seen so many of their executives, and bosses go.

“Kerry Stokes has put a broom through Channel Seven and now it's up to Anthony De Ceglie to turn around their news division, and get them back with a reputable name, and repair the damage that has been done.”