03/11/20: Cynopsis Jobs

MGR, BRAND STRATEGY & COMMUNICATIONS
PEACOCK – NBCU
NYC

World-class strategist who will bring every aspect of our brand to life—from go-to-market planning, to IP, to audience development. 6 yrs brand planning/marketing strategy exp (TV/DTC) from the entertainment, advertising, or consumer products industry

Full info HERE

Wednesday March 11, 2020

In today’s Jobs news: TLC needs a VP Programming in NY or Silver Spring MD; the PAC 12 in San Fran is looking for a Graphic Operations Manager and AccuWeather named Michelle Harmon-Madsen as its new Chief Marketing Officer.

FINALISTS ANNOUNCED
The 9th Annual Cynopsis Sports Media Awards
Awards Breakfast: Thursday, April 23rd at the New York Athletic Club in NYC

The judging is finished and we are happy to report that our finalists are a talented group of professionals, crossing the spectrum of television, radio, and online platforms. View finalists here and join the industry’s most influential executives and content creators for the 9th Annual Sports Media Awards in NYC.

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Job of the day

MANAGING DIRECTOR, DIGITAL
Spectrum Networks
NYC
Lead talented team of journalist ensuring our trusted news networks engage our audience. Manage digital teams in mult locations. 10+ years relevant newsroom management experience in a fast-paced, constantly evolving digital publishing envir. Full info HERE (3/25)

MANAGING DIRECTOR, DIGITAL MID-WEST >>
Spectrum Networks/Columbus OH: Lead the pioneering approach on delivering impactful and relevant content to the communities we serve. Manage digital teams in mult locations. 10+ years relevant newsroom management experience in a fast-paced, constantly evolving digital publishing envir. Full info HERE (3/25)

MGR, CHILDRENS TV >>
The Jim Henson Co/LA: Self-starter w/ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced envir for Creative Affairs dept. Identify new projects & talent, oversee dvlpmnt of series to pitch & sell to the various ntwrks & studios. Min 2yrs exp as a Coord in children’s TV w/exp in preschool arena. Full info HERE (3/25)

Sr PUBLICITY & COMMUNICATIONS MGR >>
BABYGRANDE PR/Santa Monica: Motivated PR exec for Sr mgr or above position to dvlp strategies & implement publicity/comm campaigns for content-creators/producers. 5-7 years minimum of publicity and communications exp. Full info HERE 3/24)

GRAPHIC OPERATIONS MANAGER >>
PAC-12/SF: Oversee the building, development and localization of studio-based Chyron package. Minimum of 7+ years in production and technical operations is necessary. Full info/apply HERE (3/21)

MGR, BRAND STRATEGY & COMMUNICATIONS >>
PEACOCK – NBCU/NYC: world-class strategist who will bring every aspect of our brand to life—from go-to-market planning, to IP, to audience development. 6 yrs brand planning/marketing strategy exp (TV/DTC) from the entertainment, advertising, or consumer products industry. Full info HERE (3/21)

VP PROGRAMMING >>
TLC/New York or Silver Spring MD: Critical thinker to drive audience growth for TLC’s content. Responsible for inventory planning, scheduling, budgeting, and cross-departmental communication. 10+ yrs relevant exp required. Apply Full info HERE (3/21)

MANAGER, CONTENT ACQUISITIONS DILIGENCE >>
ION TELEVISION/NYC: Resp for quantitative diligence & analytical support for content acquisitions. Transform data-driven insights into quantitative analysis, financial modeling and presentations. Mng Content Mkt Pipeline, incl exhibition & sales history. Full info HERE (3/20)

SPECIALIST – DIGITAL & SOCIAL MEDIA >>
TLC/Silver Spring MD or NYC: Create and publish the best digital & social content experiences for TLC and Discovery Life. Implement effective, innovative & influential social media strategies as the brand’s voice. 3+ yrs exp in social media marketing required. Full info/apply HERE (3/20)

MEDIA SALES PLANNER >>
Fuse Media/NYC: Experienced candidate to join dynamic team developing customized plans and presentations for Ad Sales clients. 2-4 yrs exp media sales co., or advertising agency pref’d w/strong knwldg media math. Exc problem solving & analytical skills. Full info HERE (3/19)

SOCIAL MEDIA INSIGHTS & ANALYTICS CONSULTANT (PT) >>
A+E Networks/NY: Part time candidate to provide insight to inform digital monetization team, guide strategy, provide feedback on performance, & identify key opportunities to build A+E’s presence across social platforms & maximize revenue. Full info HERE (3/19)

DIRECTOR, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY >>
beIN Sports/Miami FL: Establish/maintain relationships w/ System level & Sr MSO staffs. Identify & direct mktg opps to ensure maximum revenue potential from accounts. Min 5-10 yrs exp in affiliate mktg or sales within ent/media, pref at a cable TV network w/est’d industry contacts. Full info HERE (3/19)

MANAGER, INVENTORY (TEMP) >>
Crown Media Family Networks/NYC: Mng process of monitoring and tracking all inventory through WideOrbit and Dealmaker reporting systems, while manually updating all ongoing daily changes. 2 or yrs exp in pricing and planning or advertising sales. Full info HERE (3/19)

SR DIRECTOR, INSIGHTS & POSITIONING OLYMPICS >>
NBCU/NYC: Drive research innovation, measurement opps & forward-thinking sales solutions for the Olympics. Must possess business & analytical acumen necessary to interpret and anticipate client needs & business implications. 10+ yrs exp rsrch, measurement or insights within sports ind. Full info HERE (3/19)

DIRECTOR, PROGRAMMING & PRODUCTION >>
WHYY TV12/Philadelphia PA: Oversee national & local TV programming on broadcast, cable/satellite, live linear streaming and digital video platforms. Key liaison between Content Prod, Communication & Member Relations, Development and Institutional Advancement. Full info HERE (3/19)

MGR, MEDIA RELATIONS >>
FX/LA: Mng daily implementation of public relations for assigned FX programs. Plan/implement press and PR-related objectives & programs, assisting with the strategic plan’g. 5 yr previous exp publicity at a network or agency pref’’d. Full info HERE (3/18)

SALES COORDINATOR >>
Dish Media/NY: Responsible for the daily account management and support to assigned Account Executives. Support 1-2 Account Executives and planners. Full info HERE (3/18)

MARKETING STRATEGY >>
MGR/Discovery/LA or NYC: Top creative to plan/execute campaigns on/off platforms to build awareness & drive engagement for the Discovery, Animal Planet & Science brands/shows. Analyze audience inside out to dvlp strong campaigns across on-air, cross and paid media 5+ yrs exp req’d. Full info HERE (3/18)

DIRECTOR, PAID MEDIA >>
STRATEGY/Discovery/NYC: Lead effort of all media strategy for a key group of networks, mktg counterparts & internal team to acquire consumers who will watch the Discovery networks on various devices while focusing on top level network analysis and more. 7+ yrs paid media plan’g exp req’d. Full info HERE (3/18)

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE DR >>
Fuse Media/NYC: Responsible for maintaining/growing our Direct Response business while working closely with internal depts to optimize inventory and maximize revenue to achieve quarterly and annual goals. Full info HERE (3/18)

DESIGNER ANIMATOR >>
A+E/NYC: Highly skilled 2d/3d Motion Designer/Animator to support growing team within Prod Operations. Create compelling, fresh design ideas and typography solutions that will help brand our Networks and be highly adept at broadcast design, branding, on-air & off-air design conventions & post-prod process. Min 5 yrs exp in Broadcast Design with a refined eye for design and extensive knowledge of Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, Cinema 4D. APPLY HERE (3/18)

ASST MEDIA MANAGER (AMM) >>
Ad Council/NY: Seeking media strategist who is passionate about using their talent for social good work. The AMM is resp for assting day-to-day management of relats with pro-bono media agencies across all campaigns. Min 2 yrs exp in the media or adv. Must thrive on being organized/detail-oriented in a fast-paced and deadline-driven envir. Full info HERE (3/17)

MANAGER, AD SALES MKTG >>
Dish Media/NY: Looking for a smart, energetic and strategic thinker to drive awareness and rev for Dish and Sling in the advertising marketplace. Min 5 yrs in Advertising Sales or Marketing field with exp managing direct reports. Full info HERE (3/17)

SUMMER INTERN >>
Dish Media/NY: Is looking the next generation of leaders. Interns will have the opportunity to work in Advertising Sales/ Marketing, Data Analytics/ Market Research, Pricing & Inventory/ Finance. Full time from 6/8-7/31. Plus competitive pay. Full Info HERE (3/17)

VP, SALES DEVELOPMENT >>
ION Media/NY: Looking for a dynamic and exp. sales leader to oversee the development of overall sales strategies in breaking new categories and bringing in new business. Min 10 yrs. of Sales Management exp. with a demonstrated ability to bring in new revenue. Full info HERE EOE (3/17)

DIGITAL MRKTG MGR >>
NBC Universal/Phila, PA: Seeking a superstar to join our high-performance sls team. Ideal candidate must have digital mrktg knowledge, excellent people and communication skills, superior “bandwidth”, and is true team player. Min 5yrs exp with a deep understanding of digital video selling. Full info HERE (3/17)

EMAIL MARKETING MGR >>
UNC-TV/RTP NC: Resp for managing UNC-TV’s email marketing channel incl communicating the brand through email campaigns, promoting shows and other station priorities. BA deg in mktg. Full info apply HERE (3/13)

WEBSITE MGR >>
UNC-TV/RTP NC: Resp for mngng website platform including development/execution of web strategy designed to communicate the brand, promote shows and other station priorities and engage audiences and more. BA Deg 2 yrs relevant exp. Full info apply HERE (3/13)

LEGAL COUNCIL (IN-HOUSE) >>
Glass Entertainment Group/Bala Cynwyd PA: Track and complete all contracts w/networks, talent and clients. Supervise all release materials & prod contracts w/third parties involved in our productions. 5yrs legal exp as well as 1yr of entertainment law experience req’d. Full info/apply HERE (3/13)

SR ANALYST >>
Endeavor/Beverly Hills CA: Using the research from analyzing TV (brdcst, cable, OTT) content, digital & social media to dvlp sales, mktg & prgrmng strategies & materials. 2+yrs work exp @ media co. (TV network, studio, SVOD service or ad agency) or research supplier. Solid knwldg of ad-supported TV. Full info HERE (3/13)

SR RESEARCH ANALYST >>
Sesame Workshop/NY: Resp for focusing on domestic initiatives, incl video, digital & outreach projects for Sesame Street & other properties. Social science rsrch lab & working directly w/preschool-age children exp. 3 yrs exp at non-profit, academic or educationally-oriented institution. Full info HERE (3/12)

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OTHER JOBS OF INTEREST

Design visual frameworks, interaction flows, mockups, and quick prototypes as well as polished visual assets.
Senior Digital Designer
Rockstar
NYC
https://www.rockstargames.com/careers

Strategize and develop profitable conversion campaigns by distributing creative and messaging to customer segments that will positively impact KPIs.
Performance Marketing Manager
Rockstar
NYC
https://www.rockstargames.com/careers

Collaborate with game teams on the design and requirements for the online experiences in BioWare games.
Online Software Architect
Bioware
Austin TX
https://www.bioware.com/careers/

Prototype and implement procedural animation systems such as facial animation, destruction, cloth, and hair.
Technical Animator
Bioware
Austin TX
https://www.bioware.com/careers/

Establishes appropriate processes and procedures to allow the group to meet department quality and productivity goals.
Software Development Manager
Konami
Las Vegas NV
https://www.gaming.konami.com/corporate/Home/Careers.aspx

Creates and/or enhances drawings, game themes, characters, symbols, and effects.
2D & 3D Artist/Animator
Konami
Las Vegas NV
https://www.gaming.konami.com/corporate/Home/Careers.aspx

Design and conduct A/B testing, ad hoc analysis, and dashboard development to support UX and UI designers.
Senior Web Analyst
Nintendo
Redmond WA
https://careers.nintendo.com/job-openings/

Develops, writes, tests, debugs, and implements code using the relevant programming languages.
Software Engineer III, Gaming
Nintendo
Redmond WA
https://careers.nintendo.com/job-openings/

Work closely with the Design and Art teams to bring ideas and new gameplay features into the game.
Multiplayer Gameplay Programmer
Naughty Dog
Bellevue WA
https://www.naughtydog.com/careers

Write code for storing and retrieving large amounts of data, making this data easily surfaced to both players and developers.
Backend Programmer
Naughty Dog
Bellevue WA
https://www.naughtydog.com/careers

Provide feedback and guidance to help the team perform to a high standard.
Senior Engineering Manager
PopCap Games
Seattle WA
https://www.ea.com/studios/popcap/careers

Work on our state-of-the art graphics/rendering engine and core systems.
Senior Graphics Engineer
High Moon Studios
Carlsbad CA
https://careers.highmoonstudios.com/

Architecture and implementation of high performance networking code solutions for both client-side and server-side game logic.
Multiplayer Networking Engineer
High Moon Studios
Carlsbad CA
https://careers.highmoonstudios.com/

Analyze feature requests for viability, design completeness, risks.
Senior Gameplay Engineer
Ubisoft
San Francisco CA
https://www.ubisoft.com/en-us/careers/search.aspx

Maintaining audio systems using proprietary software.
Senior Audio Design
Ubisoft
San Francisco CA
https://www.ubisoft.com/en-us/careers/search.aspx

EXECUTIVE MOVES

Discovery, Inc. named Neil Chugani as Chief Financial Officer and Head of Strategy and Operations, Direct-to-Consumer. Chugani will will work with all of Discovery’s DTC business units, both in the U.S. and International markets to create consistent strategic, financial, and operational practices. Most recently, he served as CFO for the Business and Operations of Google and YouTube in Europe, Middle East and Africa.

Ed Wilson has been named Executive Chairman of Cox Media Group ad platform businesses CoxReps and Gamut. “He is a business builder and a natural networker in both traditional and emerging media,” said CMG President-CEO Kim Guthrie. “His experience and industry relationships will serve him well in this role.”

Lyle Schwartz is exiting GroupM. He has served as Chief Integration Officer since last year. “After more than 20 years of exemplary leadership and service at GroupM and in the industry, Lyle Schwartz will be leaving the company,” said GroupM. “We wish him the very best in his future endeavors and thank him for his many contributions to our company, our culture, our people, and our clients.”

BET tapped James Cuthbert to serve as Senior Vice President, Brand Strategy & Marketing. Cuthbert was previously the Head of Marketing for Red Bull North America

Creative communications agency Praytell has promoted longtime partner Beth Cleveland to Global President. Cleveland’s new focus will be on expanding the agency’s international and operational efforts.

Entertainment Tonight promoted Whitney Wallace and Leslie Kawaguchi to co-executive producers reporting to Executive Producer Erin Johnson. Wallace has been with ET 14 years; Kawaguchi has been onboard 26 years.

FETV (Family Entertainment Television) announced Maria Kennedy has been named SVP of National Direct Response Sales. Kennedy was responsible for running a DR ad sales team that included 13 US cable networks, VOD/TVE platforms, and Branded Content across various Discovery properties.

Global agency collective Stadiumred Group announced the appointment of Debbie Kaplan as Chief Strategy Officer and George Bennett as Chief Growth Officer. Kaplan previously served as head of experiential marketing at WPP’s Geometry; Bennett will continue to serve as interim CEO of MagicBullet Media, a content agency within the Stadiumred Group network that he founded in 2008.

Extreme Reach announced that company veteran, Kevin Crummy, and long-time ad tech sales leader, Erik Schear, will lead the org’s national sales team, both as Vice President of Sales. In addition, Allen Nelson has joined the team from Comcast AdDelivery as a Los Angeles-based sales director.

Endemol Shine Group added to its Nordic scripted team: Hanne Palmquist has been appointed in the newly created role of Head of Scripted, Endemol Shine Nordics, joining from HBO Nordic, while Helena Åkerman is joining as Deputy Managing Director at Filmlance and Head of Legal and Business Affairs Scripted Nordics. Åkerman was Swedish public broadcaster SVT’s Head of Business Affairs.

AccuWeather named Michelle Harmon-Madsen as its new Chief Marketing Officer. Previously, Harmon-Madsen was President at ShopperX Lab.

TikTok hired cybersecurity expert Roland Cloutier as Chief Information Security Officer. Cloutier was previously Chief Security Officer at payroll services company ADP.

Showtime Networks Inc. elevated Michael Crotty to the post of EVP/CFO, replacing corporate finance exec Adam Townsend, will depart the company at the end of March after 12 years of combined service across Showtime Networks and CBS. Crotty also will oversee BET Networks’ finance team.

Eric Korsh is heading back to Scout Productions as president. Korsh, who most recently launched two global digital studios, returns to Scout after more than a decade, where he ran operations during the original Queer Eye reign on Bravo.

MotorTrend Group appointed Mark Jocson as VP, digital distribution and partnerships. Previously Jocson was SVP, business development and strategic initiatives at streamer Rakuten Viki.

Estrella Media appointed Hernan Molina to lead political analysis on weekday newscast Cierre de Edicion on its EstrellaTV television network. Molina previously anchored En La Lucha, a national, weekly public affairs show on the EstrellaTV network.

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