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A CYNOPSIS MESSAGE FROM A+E NETWORKS
WE’RE NOT KEEPING Q2 ON THE Q.T.
It’s no secret that A+E Networks’ premium content
is the best way to engage a diverse, expansive audience.
FDR | Mary J Blige’s Real Love | Mary J Blige’s Strength of a Woman
HISTORY Lab: Innovation | Stone Cold Takes on America
Contact your A+E Networks rep about these Q2 projects… and more.
PREMIUM TALENT. PREMIUM CONTENT. PREMIUM PARTNERSHIPS.
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THE HISTORY CHANNEL | A&E | LIFETIME | LMN | FYI | VICE ON TV
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Today’s Finale
FOX: Alert: Missing Persons Unit at 9p
IN THE NEWS
Scratch that: AMC has reversed the season two renewal of “Soulmates.” The sci-fi anthology series from Will Bridges and Brett Goldstein had been renewed in August 2020, two months ahead of the show’s premiere.
Warner Bros. Discovery is suing Paramount Global over streaming rights to new episodes of Comedy Central’s “South Park.” In a lawsuit filed on Friday, WBD said it paid $500 million for exclusive streaming rights to new and existing episodes of the animated comedy for HBO Max until 2025. While new episodes were held up in 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic, two specials were produced, and were added to Paramount+ in 2021, a move WBD maintains amounts to breach of contract. A Paramount spokesperson said the claims are without merit.
Jeff Titus, the subject of ID docuseries “Killer in Question,” was exonerated and released from prison on Friday after spending 21 years behind bars for a crime he did not commit. Sentenced to a life sentence for the alleged murder of two deer hunters in 1990, Titus’ case drew the attention of a TV producer and a podcaster who uncovered evidence, aired on the ID show, that questioned the conviction. “This is a perfect example of the power and purpose of what we can do as a leader in the true crime genre,” said Jason Sarlanis, President, Turner Networks, ID and HLN, Linear & Streaming. “At our best, Investigation Discovery’s content can right injustices in the world and allow for actual impact on our justice system.”
“Saturday Night Live” drew fire for host Woody Harrelson’s opening monologue, during which the “True Detective” star implied there was a conspiracy to promote Covid-19 vaccines. Harrelson talked about a script in which, “The biggest drug cartels in the world get together and buy up all the media and all the politicians and force all the people in the world to stay locked in their homes. And people can only come out if they take the cartel’s drugs and keep taking them over and over.” But not everyone objected to the reference. “So based,” tweeted Elon Musk. “Nice work.”
Top TV winners at the PGA Awards over the weekend included HBO’s “The White Lotus” and “Last Week Tonight With John Oliver,” FX’s “The Bear,” Hulu’s “The Dropout,” CNN’s “Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy” and Prime Video’s “Lizzo’s Watch Out for the Big Grrls.”
WNBA player Britney Griner made her first public appearance since returning from Russia at the NAACP Image Awards. “I want to thank everyone, and let’s keep fighting to bring home every American detained overseas,” said the basketball star, who was held in Russia for ten months. Angela Bassett was named Entertainer of the Year, and ABC’s “Abbott Elementary” and Starz’ “P-Valley” added awards for Outstanding Comedy and Outstanding Drama Series, respectively, to their trophy hauls.
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PRODUCTION & DEVELOPMENT
ID has renewed “The Playboy Murders” and “Death By Fame” for second seasons, noting that the two true crime docuseries helped the net reach the top spot for non-sports cable networks with women 25-54 last month. “This year, ID has seen incredible momentum in the true crime space delivering an unparalleled combination of top returning series and new hit shows both on cable and streaming,” said Jason Sarlanis.
HGTV ordered spinoff “Windy City Rehab: Alison’s Dream Home” (working title), documenting renovation expert Alison Victoria’s transformation of her Chicago warehouse. The eight-episode season is slated to premiere in summer 2023.
Docuseries “FBI True” starts streaming tomorrow, February 28 on Paramount+. Through surveillance video, interrogation and personal photos, the 10-parter from “FBI” co-creator Craig Turk will focus on the experiences of the FBI agents who inspired the original CBS series. FBI special agent Anne Beagan, CBS’ See It Now Films and Efran Films Canada have partnered with Turk on the series.
“The Mandalorian” director Jon Favreau said the series does not have a planned ending. “I think the beauty of this is that it’s a middle chapter of a much larger story,” Favreau told Total Film. “Though we’ll have resolution over time with these characters…it’s not like there’s a finale that we’re building to that I have in mind. Quite the contrary, I love for these stories to go on and on.” Season three debuts March 1 on Disney+.
Prodigy® Cultural Arts Program will receive $10,000 through the 2022-2023 Stand For The Arts Awards, a partnership with Spectrum and Ovation TV that recognizes local arts, cultural and educational organizations and programs. Since the initiative started in 2017, Ovation TV and Spectrum have given out 60 awards totaling $600,000 towards arts education.
Casting notes: Eric Stonestreet (“Modern Family”) has joined the season two cast of Disney+ series “The Santa Clauses,” a spinoff of the “Santa Clause” films. Stonestreet will play the Mad Santa, who tries to reclaim the North Pole….Nick Offerman (“Parks and Recreation”), Megan Mullally (“Will & Grace”) and David Cross (“Station Eleven”) have boarded Netflix superhero series “The Umbrella Academy.”… Marc John Jefferies, Dorien Wilson and Gerard Cordeo will star in “Demonico.” The scripted series follows a hitman who, with the help of his daughter, seeks revenge on the employers who double-crossed him.
NEW SERIES
The Cooking Channel is set to reveal the “Secrets of Spain.” Following George and Gioconda Scott through southern Spain’s Andalucia region, the new series will dig into everything from gourmet fare to gas station delicacies. Premiere date: Monday, March 20 at 10p.
Nat Geo is getting busy in the kitchen, too, with “Restaurants at the End of the World.” The series focuses on chef Kristen Kish as she explores the world’s most remote eateries, starting March 21 in Panama.
COMING UP
Tom Cruise will appear with James Corden on “The Last Last Late Late Show” on April 27. Ahead of Corden’s final episode of CBS’ “The Late Late Show” later that night, Cruise and Corden will be featured in a “The Lion King” segment filmed at the Pantages Theater in Hollywood.
An episode of ABC’s “American Idol” will air Sunday, March 12 following the 95th Oscars. In the audition episode, the hunt will be on for future superstars in New Orleans, Las Vegas and Nashville.
Actress and singer Sofia Carson, accompanied by songwriter Diane Warren, will perform the Oscar-nominated song “Applause” from “Tell It like a Woman” at the Oscars.
“Wanda Sykes: I’m An Entertainer” is coming to Netflix. Sykes’ second hour-long standup special on the streamer, tackling current topics with social commentary, was filmed earlier this month and will premiere globally on May 23.
Canela Media is celebrating International Women’s History Month with special programming across its platforms. “We celebrate women all year long at Canela Media, but International Women’s History Month gives us a moment to pause and highlight many of our Latina trailblazers and future leaders across our content verticals: entertainment, music, kids and sports,” said Isabel Rafferty Zavala, founder and CEO of Canela Media.
STREAMING
Peacock and Republic Records: Kids & Family are partnering for music from preschool TV series “Babble Bop!”. In the lead up to the season two premiere on Peacock this spring, Republic Records: Kids & Family is releasing all the music from season one of the musical series.
GOING GLOBAL
Red Bull Studios has licensed “The Real Mo Farah” to CBC Canada, SBS Australia, Canal+ France, Movistar+ Spain, NRK Norway, Servus TV Austria and MContent in the Middle East.
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2023 Sports Media Awards
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RATINGS
Warner Bros. Discovery nets – including Discovery, HGTV, Food Network, ID, TBS, TNT, and TLC, among others – accounted for more than 51% of P25-54 Primetime cable viewing on Sunday, February 19, reports WBD. “We’re the only network group that can give you top talent like Guy Fieri in ‘Tournament of Champions’ and the Napiers in ‘Home Town,’ along with mega-hit franchises like ‘90 Day’ or ‘Naked and Afraid’ – all on the same night,” said Kathleen Finch, Chairman and Chief Content Officer, US Networks Group, Warner Bros. Discovery.
The season premiere of Food Network’s “Tournament of Champions IV” posted a 1.2 P18+ / 1.5 W18+ and a 1.0 P25-54 / 1.2 W25-54 Live+3 rating, a series best (non-finale) premiere which more than doubled (+112%) prior six-week ratings benchmarks and propelled Food Network to the #3 ranking for the night, (#2 non-news/sports cable network) among P/W 25-54 and P/W 18+.
EXECUTIVE MOVES
Nancy Dubuc has stepped down as Vice Media CEO. After five years in the post, Dubuc announced her decision in a staff memo, as the end of her contract neared and following the company board’s decision to sell. “We have transformed this company from a disparate brand to a fully formed, diversified media company complete with a thriving news organization hosting a collection of some of the most recognizable consumer brands,” Dubuc wrote. “I am proud to leave a Vice better than the one I joined.”
All3Media International appointed Amanda Stevens as director of global digital partnerships. Stevens, who joined from Samsung TV Plus, will lead the independent distributor’s digital partnerships globally, and identify new opportunities in the FAST and AVOD markets.
Cristina Brun is ITV Studios’ new VP of sales for France, Italy and Iberia. The former Disney sales executive will report to SVP of EMEA David Wilcox.
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This Day in History
1963 – New York Yankee Mickey Mantle signed a baseball contract worth $100,000.
Answer to Our Last Trivia Question
Which “Green Acres” (1965-71) actor later had a recurring role on primetime soap “Falcon Crest” (1981-90)? Eddie Albert. Kudos to: John Ferlazzo/New York, Sandy Spiegel/Chicago, Jason Brist-Outdoor Sportsman Group/Chicago, Gerry Bixenspan-TV Marketing Inc./New York, Tom Moore-Kalt Productions/LA, Susan Nessanbaum-Goldberg-M and S Entertainment/LA, Kyle Krebs-FOX13 Memphis/Memphis, TN, David Westberg-SAG-AFTRA Credit Union/Burbank, CA, Greg West-WATC TV/Atlanta, Lewis Cosby/Knoxville, TN, Karen Kelly-SPUH/New Brunswick, NJ
Today’s Trivia Question
Which friend of Larry David’s from his days as a standup comedian auditioned for the part of Elaine on “Seinfeld” (1989-1998)? (Email [email protected] with your answer and be sure to include your name, company, city and time zone. Unofficial rules: a limit of four answers per time zone.)
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AD SALES MARKETING MANAGER >>
REELZ, NYC
Drive advertiser revenue growth on a TOP 25 network. Develop sales materials, presentations, one-sheets. Manage B2B marketing projects & execute sponsorships. Strong deck-writing abilities, positive attitude, self-motivated, collaborative, creative, superior communication skills with a keen eye for detail. 5+ yrs in Sales Marketing preferred. Full info HERE
DIRECTOR, AD SALES RESEARCH
E.W. SCRIPPS
NYC
Collect, analyze, & interpret audience data (Nielsen, MRI, iSpot, etc.) for recurring sales reports & ad hoc requests. Synthesize large data sets from multiple sources into compelling & strategic insights for our Linear, CTV, and Distribution sales teams to drive revenue. 10+ yrs of exp. in a TV research role, including managing & leading staff. Full info HERE
RESEARCH ANALYST >>
REELZ, NYC: 2+ years exp generating & analyzing competitive viewing & advertiser information. Support sales, programming, marketing and finance. Working knowledge of NPower, StarMedia, iSpot TV and MRI. Expertise in Excel & PowerPoint. Full info HERE
DIRECTOR OF AD SALES – PLATFORM PARTNER
BBC GLOBAL DIGITAL NEWS & STREAMING
NYC, Hybrid
BBC Global Digital News & Streaming is looking for a highly skilled, NY based, Director of Ad Sales – Platform Partner. The purpose of the role is to launch BBC Studios Youtube and social advertising proposition across the Americas, deliver advertising revenues across the BBC Studios global portfolio and build a best in market Partner Sales team. Full info HERE
LOG EDITOR, COMMERCIAL OPERATIONS
TV ONE
CHICAGO, IL, NEW YORK, NY – Hybrid, Remote
Prepare and update the daily assigned program log for TV One or Cleo TV. Manage the placement of key clients by using detailed instructions to ensure correct placement as ordered by the Advertising Sales team. Bachelor’s degree in a related field or 2+ years of experience in Broadcast Cable Log Operations. Full info HERE
SR. PROMO EDITOR
TV ONE
SILVER SPRING, Hybrid, Remote
Video editing, with primary responsibility in marketing and digital media. Work with creative marketing teams to complete their production assignments. Contribute creative ideas that will help elevate the brand. Organize, Manage and Archive Avid Media Projects and files. 10 years of video editing exp. including 5 years of promo editing exp. Full info HERE
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE – AD SALES >>
GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA/CHICAGO Remote
Strategically sells linear & digital properties to drive Ad Sales revenue. Works with agencies & clients to develop unique advertising solutions for their brands. Requires 5-10 years of sales experience with established agency & client relationships. Seeking a motivated, self-starter with strong negotiation, communication & presentation skills. Full info HERE
SALES PLANNER – AD SALES >>
GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA/NEW YORK, Hybrid/Remote: Works with Account Executives to service clients daily. Builds sales plans, maintains media schedules & handles client requests such as stewardship, liability, and traffic concerns. Seeking a motivated, self-starter with strong communication, problem-solving & time management skills. Must have 1+ year of planning experience. Full info HERE
MOTION GRAPHIC DESIGNER >>
LONG STORY SHORT MEDIA/WASHINGTON, DC: Bring creative concepts to life through design and animation. Motion Designer will work in a team environment to share fresh design perspectives and create engaging high-quality content for a variety of subjects and media. Full Info HERE
SALES MANAGER >>
NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP/INDIANAPOLIS: Provides leadership for the broadcast/digital sales teams. Makes decisions regarding hiring, evaluation, promotion and operation of account executives and sales assistants. Develops and executes sales strategies that exceeds revenue targets in local, new business and digital revenue. Min 5 yrs of media sales exp; management exp. preferred. Full info HERE
VICE PRESIDENT BUSINESS AFFAIRS >>
HEARST MEDIA PRODUCTION GROUP/CHARLOTTE, NC: Focus on FCC compliance, brand integrity for all current series and day-to-day business affairs for development and production. Strategize with management and outside counsel on business issues, and draft, review and execute various short-form business documents. Legal background and/or related experience is preferred. Full info HERE
SENIOR MANAGER, ACQUISITION AND OUTREACH >>
TELEVISION ACADEMY/LOS ANGELES, Hybrid: Develop, build, and execute member acquisition plans (monthly, quarterly, and annual) with measurable targets, optimize program performance and deliver strategic plans to achieve/exceed specific campaign KPIs. Identify and implement A/B tests & tactics, innovating & continually seeking to drive and improve. Min 4 yrs’ exp. in an acquisition role. Full info HERE
VICE PRESIDENT, MARKETING & ON-AIR PROMOTION >>
REELZ/ALBUQUERQUE, NM: Develop strategic approaches and tactical planning for on-air promotion, guiding the creative process from creation through post-production, and managing the execution of consumer marketing programs for on-air promotion and off-air advertising. Responsible for full on-air presentation and format management. Min of 8-10 yrs exp. Full info HERE
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE – AD SALES >>
GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA/NYC, Hybrid, Remote: Strategically sells linear & digital properties to drive Ad Sales revenue. Works with agencies & clients to develop unique advertising solutions for their brands. Requires 3+ years of sales experience with established agency & client relationships. Seeking a motivated, self-starter with strong negotiation, communication & presentation skills. Full info HERE
SALES ASSISTANT – AD SALES >>
GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA/NYC, Hybrid, Remote: Provides workflow support to ensure effective campaign delivery for advertisers. Verifies order and schedule accuracy and entry. Monitors accounts while booking and maintaining inventory. Works closely with Account Executives and Sales Planners. Seeking a motivated, self-starter with strong communication, analytical & problem-solving skills. Full info HERE
PARTNERSHIPS MARKETING SPECIALIST >>
HEARST MEDIA PRODUCTION GROUP/CHARLOTTE, NC: Manage development of revenue-generating partnership solutions. Responsible for developing multi-platform media sales materials and partnership proposals for prospective partners including brands, non-profits, and high-net-worth individuals. Create and update sales materials. 5+ years of relevant marketing experience required. Full info HERE
MANAGER, COMMERCIAL OPERATIONS
TV ONE
CHICAGO, NYC, Hybrid, Remote
Supervise & train copy coordinators & log editors for accuracy & attention to detail of building a commercial log & reading agency instructions. Monitor employee performance & output; provide back-up for all desks including log editing, added value insertion & continued communication with marketing for all custom creations. Min of 3 yrs of exp. Full info HERE
TRAFFIC MANAGER >>
WHYY/Hybrid, PHILADELPHIA: Create monthly programming grids for 12.1 and 12.3. Update programming grids when schedule changes are made. Prepare daily logs & submit to Centralcast Joint Master Control. Work w/WHYY Traffic Specialist who creates programming grids for 12.2 and logs for 12.2 and 12.3. 3-5 yrs of management exp. & working with data or traffic systems. Full info HERE
LOCAL MULTIMEDIA SALES MANAGER >>
WALA FOX 10 TV/MOBILE AL: Build a steady stream of new business, constantly recruit to grow the sales team, developing client solutions with account executives using digital and television products. Generating a weekly forecast of revenue, regularly attend sales calls with account executives. Skilled negotiator and problem solver. Proven history of developing new business. Full info HERE
IN-HOUSE COUNSEL
NORTHSOUTH PRODUCTIONS
Remote, must be licensed in NY or CA
Negotiating and drafting development deals, shopping agreements, amendments, talent deals, above-the-line contracts, PSAs, production release templates, trade-out agreements, specialty releases and other necessary documents. Shaping corporate and production legal policies. 5-10 yrs of entertainment legal exp. working with a law firm or production. Full info HERE
STANDARDS AND PRACTICES SPECIALIST >>
HEARST MEDIA PRODUCTION GROUP/CHARLOTTE, NC: Provide S&P notes on unscripted Educational/Informational series in development, production, and post, ensuring all content adheres to FCC regulations, HMPG’s internal standards, and network mandates. Contribute to bringing HMPG’s diverse slate of family-friendly series and positive programming to millions of viewers each week. Full info HERE
SR. DIRECTOR, CONSUMER MARKETING
TV ONE
SILVER SPRING, Hybrid, Remote
Lead the Consumer Marketing media, promotion and marketing campaigns by prioritizing shows & campaigns across the brand, and support for each of those priorities. Work with internal research and marketing analytics team to gather and organize past performance and insights, construct goals and objectives, and develop target definitions. 7+ yrs exp. Full info HERE
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MONDAY FEBRUARY 27
ABC: The Bachelor, The Good Doctor
CBS: The Neighborhood, Bob Hearts Abishola, NCIS, NCIS: Hawai’i
CW: All American, All American: Homecoming
FOX: Alert: Missing Persons Unit [f]
NBC: America’s Got Talent: All-Stars, Quantum Leap
PBS: Antiques Roadshow, Antiques Roadshow, Victoria & Albert: The Wedding
Telemundo: La Casa de los Famosos, El Señor de los Cielos, Amor y Traición
Univision: Perdona Nuestros Pecados, Mi Camino es Amarte, Cabo |
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