01/21/26: Cynopsis Jobs

Wednesday January 21, 2026

CONVERGENT TV AWARDS: INFLUENCER LIST

2026 Convergent TV Influence Awards Honorees Announced

Meet the industry leaders redefining convergent TV. The 2026 Influence Awards honor innovators across streaming, media investment, measurement, creative, and platform strategy—shaping performance across every screen.

Honorees span companies including Netflix, Disney, Amazon, Google, Roku, Omnicom, Paramount, and more.

VIEW THE LIST

   FEATURED JOB

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF THE PRACTICE, MULTI-EPISODE TELEVISION PRODUCING >>
BOSTON UNIVERSITY – COLLEGE OF COMMUNICATION/BOSTON, MA: Develope, produce, and manage scripted and unscripted multi-episodic series for linear television and/or streaming. Qualified applicants will be distinguished multi-platform practitioners with a significant body of “boots on the ground” work in the TV and streaming industry. The position will require in-class instruction and on-set exercises. Full info HERE

STUDIO AND/OR FIELD DIRECTING; MULTIPLE CAMERAS >>
BOSTON UNIVERSITY – COLLEGE OF COMMUNICATION/BOSTON, MA: We seek a colleague with a significant body of practical work in television directing using multiple cameras for linear television and/or streaming platforms. Familiarity with visual effects and AI-supported tools is considered a plus. This position includes teaching directing of scripted and/or unscripted content using multiple cameras at many levels. Full info HERE

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF THE PRACTICE: VERTICAL FILMMAKING/CONTENT CREATOR >>
BOSTON UNIVERSITY – COLLEGE OF COMMUNICATION/BOSTON, MA: We seek a colleague with a professional track record in the creation and development of original short-form content aimed at promoting, activating, and motivating young people through social activism, experimentation, entertainment, brand building, and audience engagement across today’s leading content platforms and social media ecosystems. More info HERE

SALES MANAGER – AP AD INSIGHTS HUB >>
ADVERTISER PERCEPTIONS/NEW YORK, NY: Drive direct sales of the platform offering, focusing heavily on new client acquisition. Reporting to and working closely with the GM of the Ad Insights Hub, this individual contributor will partner cross-functionally with Sales, Business Intelligence, Operations, and Client Services teams to build awareness and engagement with new clients. Full info HERE

SALES DIRECTOR – OMG
MOONBUG ENTERTAINMENT
NEW YORK, NY
Deliver and exceed sales revenue targets as well as build, manage and grow a strategic account list with a focus on Omnicom agencies and their clients directly, within the northeast. Ability to navigate holding company structure and negotiate strategic partnerships with key stakeholders (ratecards, preferred programmatic deals, content deals, etc.). More info HERE

DIRECTOR OF PERFORMANCE MARKETING >>
ATHLETE TO ATHLETE/SANTA MONICA, CA: Lead the performance marketing team across Meta Ads and new paid digital channels (TikTok, YouTube, Google, etc.) as well as build and execute a roadmap for channel expansion and profitable scale. Develop and run structured testing frameworks. Partner with Creative Strategist on ad briefs, testing priorities, and creative feedback loops. Full info HERE

SENIOR MANAGER, TRAFFIC >>
INSP, LLC./CHARLOTTE, SC: Oversee the Traffic staff and manage and monitor the day-to-day operations. Responsible for the prompt and accurate execution of broadcast logs for three networks. The manager assumes a leadership role within our Network Operations and consistently looks to streamline processes and increasing the effectiveness and efficiency of the Traffic department. Full info HERE

NATIONAL SALES MANAGER>>
HEARST MEDIA PRODUCTION GROUP/CHARLOTTE, NC: Oversee daily sales pipeline operations focused on national sponsorships, integrations, and branded content tied to unscripted programming. Manage and coach the Business Development team, drive outbound activity, shape proposals and pricing, and lead CRM strategy, reporting, and optimizations via Salesforce. Full info HERE

ASSOCIATE PRODUCER
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NTD/WASHINGTON, DC: Pitch story ideas and write scripts/segment outlines as well as research guests and interview topics. Book guests and coordinate interviews. Help with logistics and sometimes field production. Support shoots and ensure production runs smoothly. Review footage and work with editors to shape final episodes. Write headlines, teasers, and social posts. Full info HERE

DIRECTOR, HUMAN RESOURCES AND ADMINISTRATION
>>
THE JIM HENSON COMPANY/HOLLYWOOD, CA: Responsible for all HR functions and oversight of administrative and management needs. This strategic role is charged with operating from a customer service driven viewpoint that prioritizes employee satisfaction as well as enforce legally compliant policies, increase efficiency by implementing administrative and record-keeping best practices. Full info HERE

SENIOR DESIGNER >>
REELZ CHANNEL/ALBUQUERQUE, NM: Responsible for the concept, design and execution of various motion graphics projects for on-air promo and sales presentations. Will be required to design and create graphics for social media, digital and print. Must be able to follow brand guidelines and expand and change the brand look when necessary. Full info HERE

EVP, COMMERCIAL & TECHNOLOGY TRANSACTIONS, LEGAL & BUSINESS AFFAIRS
>>
A+E GLOBAL MEDIA/NY(HYBRID): Oversee the three major areas of commercial transactions (comprised of supporting the Distribution, Total Media Solutions and Global Content Sales divisions) and the adjacent areas supported by the attorney teams that principally support those divisions (including vendor management and privacy). Full info HERE

SR. DIRECTOR OF SALES, KSTU & KUPX >>
THE E.W. SCRIPPS COMPANY/SALT LAKE CITY: Leverage our suite of advertising solutions to unlock growth opportunities for local and national businesses. Play a role in driving the station’s revenue goals as well as serving as the home station for Utah’s new NHL team. Collaborate with our production team to create campaigns that connect our clients with their customers in meaningful ways. Full info HERE

DIGITAL MEDIA BUYER >>
FURMAN ROTH ADVERTISING/NY(HYBRID): Plan, launch, and optimize digital marketing campaigns across various paid media channels (including Display, Google products, Paid Social, CTV, and Programmatic, etc.) while managing budgets effectively. Support the execution of media plans across platforms, overseeing targeting, budget allocation, and performance tracking to drive campaign success. Full info HERE

ACCOUNT DIRECTOR; CTV BRAND PARTNERSHIPS – MID WEST/WEST COAST

FUTURE TODAY
REMOTE
Build, maintain and expand a pipeline of sales targets, contacts, and sales opportunities leveraging your relationships with a heavy focus on new business revenue. Build/nurture relationships with the investment, strategy, precision and digital agencies as well as clients. Also maintain an ongoing knowledge of the streaming media landscape. Full info HERE

DIRECTOR, AD MARKETING & SALES >>
THE SHADE ROOM/REMOTE: Develop and execute a revenue growth strategy to drive direct advertising, branded content, and sponsorship sales as well as lead the development of compelling advertising and branded content offerings tailored for TSR’s audience and cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key advertisers, media agencies, and brand partners. Full info HERE

PROFESSIONAL LECTURER OF COMMUNICATION/SPORTS BROADCASTING >>
MARIST UNIVERSITY/ POUGHKEEPSIE, NY: Teach studio and field broadcasting and new media courses in sports media and journalism as well as be able to teach a studio course on producing a newscast and help students live stream a podcast or produce short-form feature content suitable for social media streaming. Also demonstrate through their teaching, professional activity, and service. Full info HERE

SALES LEAD – AGENCY PARTNERSHIPS

UPWAVE
NEW YORK, NY

Build and manage relationships with our agency partners – mostly targeting media buyers and planners – and help them see the value of adding Upwave measurement to The Trade Desk campaigns. You will both leverage your existing network and open new doors to achieve aggressive but achievable sales targets. Full info HERE

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   OTHER JOBS OF INTEREST

Identify and document meaningful patterns from the user research, audit the findings; provide recommendations to the client/internal team based on findings.
Senior Experience Designer
Razorfish
Miami, FL
https://www.razorfish.com/careers/

Lead and manage SOX compliance walkthroughs and testing of ITGC and ITACs, as well as other IT related controls.
Senior Analyst, IT SOX Internal Controls
BuzzFeed
New York, NY
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Build and develop a high‑performing, inclusive team with clear roles, career pathways, and succession plans that retain top talent.
Director, Partner Development
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Chicago, IL
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Communicate and coordinate NBC Universal’s Cyber Security strategy, programs and services with a diverse group of business leaders.
Sr Cyber Security Manager
NBCUniversal
Stamford, CT
http://www.nbcunicareers.com/

Map client organizations and build relationships with multiple contacts focusing on decision-makers.
Enterprise Account Director, Services
Yelp
Charlotte, NC
http://www.yelp.com/careers

Build and maintain scalable query templates and dashboards to support pre-sale insights and post-campaign storytelling.
Director of Customer Analytics
Foursquare
New York, NY
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Work closely with engineering, design and research to make informed product decisions and technology investments.
Group Product Manager
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Analyze a variety of data-centric resources to develop powerful insights into consumers media consumption and behavior.
Vice President Director, Connections Strategy
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Own all aspects of performance marketing: develop strategies and plans to drive near-term new customer acquisition and build a foundation for healthy growth into the next decade.
Director of Growth & Acquisition Marketing
Minted
San Francisco, CA
http://www.minted.com/jobs

Develop departmental plans and priorities guided by resource availability and functional objectives.
Director Ad Operations
ESPN
New York, NY
https://jobs.disneycareers.com/espn

Lead and manage a team of software engineers to deliver high-quality products and solutions.
Machine Learning Software Engineering Manager
Meta
Sunnyvale, CA
https://www.metacareers.com/jobs

Prospect and develop new customer relationships, persuasively communicates strategies for meeting customer needs.
CCOA Outside Account Executive
Clear Channel Outdoor
Minneapolis, MN
https://clearchanneloutdoor.com/careers

   EXECUTIVE MOVES

Disney has named Asad Ayez as Chief Marketing and Brand Officer. Ayez, previously President of Marketing for The Walt Disney Studios, will oversee a newly created company-wide marketing organization encompassing teams across Disney’s theme parks, its film and television studios, sports and consumer products. “As our businesses have evolved, it’s clear that we need a company-wide role that ensures brand consistency and allows customers today to seamlessly interact with our wonderful products and experiences,” said Disney CEO Bob Iger.

AMC Networks International is integrating its Southern Europe and Latin America business units into a single operation. AMCNI – Southern Europe Managing Director Antonio Ruiz and his leadership team will assume oversight of the company’s LATAM business. Following a transition period, current Managing Director of AMCNI – Latin America, John Huff, will depart the company.

Cadent announced the appointments of Kim Tingler as Chief People Officer and Daniella Krieger as SVP of Marketing. Tingler most recently served as SVP of People and Culture at Rokt, while Krieger joins Cadent from MiQ, where she served as SVP of US Marketing.

Wedotv has appointed Iza Piotrowska as SVP, Global Business Development. Piotrowska has worked with wedotv as Business Development Director since 2022.

VICE Media has appointed Joseph (Joe) Friedman as Chief Financial Officer and Devak Shah as Executive Vice President of Strategy. Friedman joins after consulting with VICE Media as interim CFO over the past few months. Shah has been serving as a strategic consultant to VICE Media, alongside other media and entertainment companies.

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