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Today’s Premieres
Amazon Freevee: Tribunal Justice
Apple TV+: The Crowded Room; The Snoopy Show; Duck & Goose: When Duck Met Goose
Max: First Five
Netflix: Tex Mex Motors; This World Can’t Tear Me Down; The Playing Card Killer; Bloodhounds; Human Resources
Prime Video: An Unforgettable Year – Autumn; The Lake
Roku: Match Me in Miami; Batalla en Abuela’s Kitchen
Saturday’s Premieres
HGTV: Build It Forward at 6p
Oxygen: New York Homicide at 9p
Sunday’s Premiere
Reelz: Prince: The Final Secret at 9p
IN THE NEWS
AMC Networks plans to scale back after “overspending,” shared EVP and CFO Patrick O’Connell at the Gabelli Funds Media and Entertainment Symposium. “I think over the last couple of years, AMC, to a lesser degree, but the industry broadly, overspent on programming [and] overspent on marketing, as well,” O’Connell said, noting that prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, the company’s content spend averaged between $950 million and $1 billion, but it increased to “about $1.35 billion” last year.” “We’ve made a commitment to take that back down to pre-pandemic levels,” he said.
Tom Holland says he is taking a year off after “The Crowded Room.” Based loosely on the crimes of Billy Milligan, who was diagnosed with dissociative identity disorder, the 10-episode Apple TV+ miniseries stars Holland. “We were exploring certain emotions that I have definitely never experienced before,” Holland said. “And then on top of that, being a producer dealing with the day-to-day kind of problems that come with any film set added that extra level of pressure. I really enjoyed it, but then again, the show did break me.”
Bryan Cranston plans to quit acting in 2026. The Emmy-winning actor also said he will relocate to France with his wife and shut down his production company, Moonshot Entertainment, when he turns 70 in three years. “It’s about taking a chance,” he told British GQ. “I’m used to that feeling of not knowing.”
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PRODUCTION & DEVELOPMENT
Hulu is moving into Lisa Vanderpump’s French residence with “Vanderpump Villa.” The announcement of the 10-episode unscripted series came after the premiere of Bravo’s “Vanderpump Rules” reunion on Wednesday. Vanderpump will executive produce the series, along with Bunim/Murray Productions and Entertainment 360. The series currently does not have a launch date.
Tiffany Haddish and Hearst Media Production Group inked a deal to develop two new unscripted series. The actress and comedian will serve as executive producer on the projects, which are part of HMPG’s slate of development initiatives within its entertainment unit. The first series explores the dynamic between successful women who have engaged in romantic relationships with homeless men. The second features the psychotherapist, author and lecturer Elliott Connie, who recently released his latest book, The Solution Focused Brief Therapy Diamond.
HBO ordered “Untitled Brad Ingelsby Task Force Project” (w/t). Mark Ruffalo will star in and executive produce the series about a task force of law enforcement officers, written and produced by Ingelsby (“Mare of Easttown”), with Jeremiah Zagar serving as director and executive producer.
A&E Networks is expanding its “Secrets of” franchise with a second season of “Secrets of Playboy” and the premieres of “Secrets of Miss America” and “Secrets of the Penthouse.” Stories are told through archival footage and exclusive content.
Black Sands Entertainment and Composition Media inked a multi-million dollar anime production deal. The comic book publisher will co-create a series adaptation of “Black Sands: The Seven Kingdoms,” with investment from both companies; Composition Media will fully fund the project’s development. The series tells the story of a young boy who travels to far-off lands in pursuit of his dream of ruling Kemet.
Gaumont Animation and Studio 100 Media signed a first-look deal. The company behind Kristen Bell’s “Do, Re & Mi” will co-produce and distribute an slate of series and films with the “Maya the Bee” producer. Said Martin Krieger, CEO of Studio 100 Media, “This collaboration opens new avenues for creative synergies, and we are delighted to enter into this groundbreaking partnership with Gaumont.”
Intuitive Content formed a co-production partnership with HotDish Productions. The documentary and unscripted TV production company will develop long-form content for brands with the branded production house, catering to a new model of brand storytelling. “We’re whipping up a recipe that fuses our expertise in documentary-style filmmaking with HotDish’s specialization in branded capabilities,” said Patrick Weiland, president of Intuitive Content.
NEW & RETURNING SERIES
“Special Ops: Lioness” with Zoe Saldaña premieres July 23 on Paramount+. Inspired by a real-life US Military program, the series follows Joe (Saldaña) as she navigates her personal and professional life amidst the CIA’s war on terror. Morgan Freeman, Nicole Kidman, Laysla De Oliveira and Michael Kelly also star.
Niall Horan is the first to debut Vevo’s “Extended Play” series. The former One Direction bandmate will kick off the new musical franchise by weaving intimate versions of songs from his new album, “The Show,” with stories set across various locations. According to JP Evangelista, Vevo’s SVP of content, programming and marketing, the series will “show appreciation for the art behind the song, and the moments that make the music.”
SHOWTIME Sports’ Wilt Chamberlain docuseries “Goliath” premieres on July 14. The three-parter focusing on Chamberlain’s life, career and legacy will be directed by Rob Ford and Christopher Dillon and debut on demand and streaming on July 14 for Paramount+ and SHOWTIME subscribers. The linear debut is July 16 at 10p, with a new episode released each Sunday.
Cat’s out of the bag – Hulu’s “Secret Chef” premieres June 29. All 10 episodes of the unscripted competition series set in an underground kitchen labyrinth will drop on the platform on the premiere day. Led by an “animated talking hat” and connected by a series of conveyor belts, ten contestants must perform cooking challenges and rate the final dishes in blind taste tests.
BYUtv renewed “Studio C” for seasons 17 and 18. The first is slated to premiere in fall 2023, and the second will kick off with an hour-long 200th episode featuring 18 past and current cast members, including the return of all 10 original actors.
COMING UP
This Sunday’s 76th Tony Awards may not have writers, but it will have starpower. Said President of The Broadway League Charlotte St. Martin and President and CEO of the American Theatre Wing Heather Hitchens, “This year’s Tony Award nominees are a reflection of a tremendous year of Broadway. The show will feature performances by Broadway’s brightest lights – from breakthrough performers to industry icons – in recognition of the momentous productions wowing audiences worldwide.”
National Geographic sinks its teeth into “Sharkfest” on July 2. The month-long shark-viewing experience will include 72 hours of programming on Nat Geo, Nat Geo WILD, Nat Geo Mundo, Disney+, Hulu and ESPN2.
CASTING
Phylicia Rashad, Shannon Wallace and Jon Chaffin have signed on to star in “Diarra from Detroit” on BET. The three actors will lead the dark comedy series opposite Diarra Kilpatrick later this year.
SPORTS
Soccer superstar and 2022 FIFA World Cup champion Lionel Messi is moving to Inter Miami CF. The seven-time Ballon d’Or winner and current World Cup holder accepted the offer from the team co-owned by David Beckham, including a $30 million signing bonus and a cut of profits from image rights, including jersey sales, which could hike up his annual salary to approximately $75 million. According to multiple reports, Apple played a part in Messi’s move, offering him a percentage of revenue from new MLS Season Pass signups. The production company also revealed that a new four-part docuseries on the soccer legend will air on Apple TV+.
NBC Sports Chief Pete Bevacqua is departing NBCUniversal. Taking on a new role as the athletic director at his alma mater, the University of Notre Dame, Bevacqua is the latest high-level executive to leave the media giant following former CEO Jeff Shell’s exit. Bevacqua will stay on until the end of the month, according to a memo to staffers. “Anyone who knows Pete will tell you that other than his family, Notre Dame is his next greatest love, and now he has been given the opportunity to have a huge impact on their storied sports programs and the institution in general,” said Mark Lazarus, NBCU TV chairman, in a statement.
Eight-time Formula 1 Grand Prix winner Daniel Ricciardo and actor Will Arnett are teaming up to host alternate telecasts of Formula 1 races with Peyton Manning’s Omaha Productions. In collaboration with ESPN, the production company will produce three telecasts of “The Grandstand with Daniel Ricciardo and Will Arnett,” hosted by the driver-actor duo. The new series is slated to debut with the Pirelli Canadian Grand Prix on June 18 on ESPN2, with the traditional telecast airing on ABC. The two other editions will take place for the United States Grand Prix in Austin, TX, on October 22, and the first-ever Las Vegas Grand Prix on November 18. “This is going to be a hoot!” said Ricciardo. “As you’d expect, Will and I are going to have some fun with the show, but we’re hoping it just feels like you’re watching F1 with your mates. We will have some amazing guests, plenty of laughs and with some luck, bring fans another step closer to the sport I love so much. Buckle up, America!”
Formula 1 is taking a turn into the scripted TV business. Felicity Jones (“Rogue One: A Star Wars Story”) has signed on to star in and produce the organization’s first sanctioned scripted series, family drama “One” from Bedrock Entertainment, Mark Fergus and Hawk Ostby. The series will center on a family-owned Formula 1 team.
FOX Sports booked its broadcast team for the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023. Two-time FIFA Women’s Player of the Year and co-captain of the USWNT at the FIFA Women’s World Cup France 2019 Carli Lloyd and a lineup of former soccer players and commentators will comprise the roster of announcers and match analysts for the upcoming competition. Alexi Lalas will serve as the lead studio analyst, and Heather O’Reilly and Stu Holden will provide insights and analysis. Five-time FIFA Women’s World Cup goalie with Canada and current General Manager of the Portland Thorns Karina LeBlanc, along with Kate Gill and Ariane Hingst close out the roster of international analysts.
Canela Media entered an exclusive partnership with Futbol Sites. Canela Media will be the sole partner for Futbol Sites US Hispanic advertising inventory, featuring bilingual sports content on the platform. “Futbol Sites’ digital assets complement the already growing Canela Deportes content offering and will provide advertisers the only way to reach Hispanic sports fans through strong media brands across CTV, O&O sports sites and social media,” said Canela Media VP of Sports Felipe Osorio.
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RATINGS
Broadcast Nielsen Ratings for Wednesday, June 7
Show, P2+ 000s, (A18-49)
ABC: NBA Countdown 4.23 (0.97), NBA Finals 11.24 (3.43)
CBS: The Price Is Right 3.93 (0.38), Let’s Make a Deal Primetime 3.07 (0.29), CSI: Vegas 1.92 (0.16)
CW: Nancy Drew 0.47 (0.09), Riverdale 0.23 (0.06)
FOX: MasterChef 2.29 (0.39), Gordon Ramsay’s Food Stars 1.56 (0.28)
ION: Blue Bloods 1.02 (0.08), Blue Bloods 1.01 (0.1), Blue Bloods 0.95 (0.11)
NBC: Night Court 1.79 (0.26), Night Court 1.44 (0.19), Chicago Fire 2.05 (0.20), Chicago P.D. 2.00 (0.17)
Telemundo: Top Chef VIP 0.74 (0.16), Betty en NY 0.48 (0.09), Secretos de Sangre 0.63 (0.11)
Univision: Perdona Nuestros Pecados 1.28 (0.25), El Amor Invencible 1.47 (0.30), Mujer 0.98 (0.21)
Source: Nielsen live + same day time period averages
EXECUTIVE MOVES
Kevin Berg is leaving after 25 years at CBS, most recently as SVP Production, CBS Network Television Entertainment. Liz Miller, EVP and Head of Production for Paramount TV Studios, will now oversee both studios.
Cream Productions announced three new promotions. Patrick Cameron will now serve as general manager, Matt MacLellan was promoted to head of production and Francine Dibacco was elevated to supervising producer.
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This Day in History
1934 – Donald Duck made his first appearance in a cartoon, “The Wise Little Hen.”
Friday Fun Fact
Elephants sing to each other, but their songs are in a frequency too low for humans to hear.
Answer to Our Last Trivia Question
What is the longest-running TV series? NBC’s “Meet the Press,” launched in 1947. Kudos to: Greg West-WATC TV/Atlanta, David Rubinsohn-American Public Television/Boston, Rick Dascher-Techwood Studios/Atlanta, Louis Lewow-FITE/Atlanta, Mark Selby-Melbar Entertainment/Toronto, John Kukla-KDFW FOX 4/Dallas, Tom Boyd-WGN/Chicago, Greg Stewart/LA, Alex Petrilli-Nielsen/San Francisco
Today’s Trivia Question
No Googling Week: Who were the musical guests on the first-ever episode of “Saturday Night Live” (1975-)? (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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EXECUTIVE PRODUCER FOR NATIONAL POLITICAL SHOW >>
BAHAKEL COMMUNICATIONS/CHARLOTTE NC: Develop and oversee the production of a daily or weekly national political show that covers the most important political news and events of the day. Develop and execute strategies to increase the show’s audience and engagement. At least 5 years of experience as an executive producer for a political show or similar program. Full info HERE
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER OF NEWS/ENTERTAINMENT >>
BAHAKEL COMMUNICATIONS/CHARLOTTE NC: Oversee all editorial and entertainment content, news production and presentation. Responsible for day-to-day operations of the show: producing, writing, and guiding creative. Develop content for the News @ TEN, plan, assign and create production schedules. 7 years of experience as executive producer or show producer. Network experience preferred. Full info HERE
SR. DIRECTOR, PRODUCT MANAGEMENT >>
SHOUT! FACTORY/LOS ANGELES: P&L responsibility, ownership over all aspects of a project, standalone releases or a licensed library of titles. Works w/production, publicity, creative services, distribution/sales, digital, finance, legal, acquisitions & licensors to best position the project for success. 7+ yrs of exp. in marketing, business development, or product management. Full info HERE
SALES OPERATIONS MANAGER >>
SHOUT! FACTORY/LOS ANGELES: Prepare accurate reports using data from internal & external sources for sales planning & analysis. Communicate w/our distributor on a regular basis with an understanding of their systems & deadlines. Announce release date, pricing confirmation & metadata for staff & distributor. 3+Yrs exp. in Sales Planning & Analysis/Finance Administration. Full info HERE
SENIOR CONTENT PRODUCER
INTERACTIVE ONE
NYC
Oversee video/creative production team thru ideation, production planning, crew/talent hiring, & budget/project management. Shepherd campaigns from development, pre-production, & production thru editing & delivery. Help w/shoots as well as postproduction team. 5+ yrs exp. spanning editorial, design, advertising agency, film, branded entertainment. Full info HERE
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
INTERACTIVE ONE
NYC
Respond to both RFPs and direct-to-client assignments from brands and agencies. Examine client brief and lead ideation or adapt pre-existing creative. Identify innovative storytelling and emerging video formats. Minimum of 7 yrs exp. producing compelling video, television and digital media content across multiple channels and platforms. Full info HERE
AD SALES PLANNER >>
SINCLAIR BROADCASTING GROUP/NYC, Hybrid: Responsible for creating, analyzing & communicating sales proposals to the Sales team for presentation to advertising agencies and/or clients. Collaborate w/all media platforms & departments to create proposals, execute campaigns, manage stewardship & pacing of linear & digital deals. Point of contact post sale & provide excellent client services. Full info HERE
DIRECTOR, PRODUCTION LIFETIME/LMN MARKETING PRODUCTION OPERATIONS
A+E NETWORKS
Remote
Lead campaign planning & production oversight, ensuring best-in-class creative. Direct Campaign Planning rollouts & ensure production readiness of marketing initiatives. Oversee production on high-end graphics/design/editorial projects. 7+ yrs working in a fast-paced, highly collaborative team, with relevant work exp. in production management. Full info HERE
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER >>
NEWSMAX MEDIA INC/NYC: Determine best news stories for the program and create daily rundown. Work with show host in program preparation and execution. Identify compelling news stories. Delegate responsibilities as appropriate to producers, associate producers, and casting producers. 3+ years executive producing experience or overseeing newscast production. Full info HERE
STAGE MANAGER >>
NEWSMAX MEDIA INC/WASHINGTON DC: Works with Production management to maintains cast and crew lists and manages local rehearsal and show calendar. Oversee daily technical run-throughs directly prior to shows. Willing and able to work shifts between 12noon to 11pm and occasional Weekends and some longer hours during election and special events. Full info HERE
BROADCAST ENGINEER >>
NEWSMAX MEDIA INC/WASHINGTON DC: Troubleshooting, repair, and preventative maintenance of television broadcast equipment, computers, and broadcast computer networks in a 24x7x365 environment. Serve as E.I.C. during live and taped shows. Electrical Engineering, or other technical degree preferred. 5+ yrs as broadcast engineer, or equivalent knowledge. 5+ yrs in live TV production. Full info HERE
PRODUCER >>
NEWSMAX MEDIA INC/NEW YORK: Generate story ideas through research of news reports, social media, websites & contacts. Strong understanding of Newsmax brand & talent. Identify impactful news stories that result in provocative, compelling television. Delegate responsibilities as appropriate to associate producers, assignment editors & video editors. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Full info HERE
DIRECTOR, GENERAL AUDIENCE PUBLICITY >>
PBS/ARLINGTON VA, Hybrid: Leads the strategy, development & implementation of external communications to support PBS’s general audience content & provide support for PBS’s reputation & executive visibility. Manage relationships w/notable on-camera talent, producers – including partner agencies, managers, or agents supporting their programs. 8+ yrs of public relations exp. Full info HERE
AD SALES COORDINATOR, DIRECT RESPONSE
TV ONE
NYC, Hybrid, Remote
Work with account executives & sales planners utilizing internal computer system to fulfill sales orders through the execution of client schedules. Serve as the primary point of contact for ad agencies & TV One to resolve discrepancies, confirm schedule changes & distribute post & pre-logs. Bachelor’s degree or 2 yrs of exp. in advertising sales. Full info HERE
MANAGER OF ENTERPRISE CONTENT, WTKR
SCRIPPS NETWORKS
NORFOLK, VA
Collaborates w/other newsroom managers to leverage the Scripps content strategy as the foundation for market-specific local content strategy. Leading a team of people to regularly & reliably produce targeted enterprise & investigative stories of impact & importance to our community. 3 yrs of exp. in digital media, journalism, broadcast preferred. Full info HERE
SR. DIRECTOR, DIGITAL PLATFORMS AND PARTNERSHIPS
TV ONE
SILVER SPRING MD, NYC, Hybrid Remote
Develop, cultivate, and socialize vision, mission, and strategy for Digital Business, Programming Visibility, Content Creation and Content Partnerships & Data Governance. Lead and facilitate cross-functional and cross-company project teams. 12 yrs in the media & emerging platform landscape with building digital platforms and vMVPD growth strategy. Full info HERE
VP OF BROADCAST ENGINEERING >>
NEWSMAX MEDIA, INC./NYC, NEW YORK: Oversee the planning, management, installation & maintenance of the networks technical infrastructure: studios, transmitters, digital production platforms & automated systems. Ability to deploy in the field to coordinate special events. 8+ yrs of broadcast troubleshooting in a television network environment, preferably in a network News environment. Full info HERE
MEDIA RESEARCH MANAGER
CIRCLE MEDIA
NASHVILLE, TN
Evaluate programming for our linear and FAST channel schedules to provide insights for content strategy and audience growth. Analyze & interpret media research for programming, ad sales, marketing, and affiliate sales. Research, & preferably Nielsen background is a strongly preferred. Media Research with linear, or similar platforms, is required. Full info HERE
SCHEDULING ASSISTANT- PROGRAMMING DEPARTMENT
CIRCLE MEDIA
NASHVILLE, TN
Partner with the Programming Director to perform scheduling tasks for our Linear and FAST Channels. This includes data entry and distributing weekly schedules. Strong attention to detail and love for data entry/meta data is a plus. This role is ideal for someone looking to break into the media world. Full info HERE
TRAFFIC ASSISTANT- AD SALES METADATA ENTRY
CIRCLE MEDIA
NASHVILLE, TN
Performing a variety of administrative tasks to provide support to the Traffic Department. The majority of this role will focus on metadata entry and must have strong attention to detail. This role will also assist team members with projects and serve as an idea source during team meetings. Full info HERE
VIDEO EDITOR- MOTION GRAPHICS
CIRCLE MEDIA
NASHVILLE, TN
Responsible for editing a variety of content, including but not limited to: network promos, show promos, sponsor ads and graphics. The ideal candidate is highly skilled in the Adobe editing suite and is highly motivated and organized. After Effects/Motion graphics skills are needed and coding is preferred, but not required. Full info HERE
VICE PRESIDENT, COMPENSATION
A+E NETWORKS
NYC, Hybrid, Remote
Review current compensation programs to identify changes needed for a true best in class compensation approach. Develop simple tools that can be used by recruiters, candidates, & employees to effectively communicate all aspects of a compensation package. Minimum of 10 + years of experience in compensation. Full info HERE
DIRECTOR OF SALES
NEXSTAR
COLCHESTER, VT
Leader of the Sales Team. Drive new business & digital sales development. Manage inventory, rates, political sales processes & revenue forecasting. Develop and execute integrated marketing packages and projects to increase stations’ revenue. Resolve customer complaints regarding sales and service. Min. 5 years’ exp. in Television Sales Management. Full info HERE
NETWORK ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
WEIGEL BROADCASTING CO.
CHICAGO
Building and managing relationships with existing and potential new clients and agencies through routine communication; actively grow industry relationships to gain marketplace intelligence. Generate revenue for the networks & meet monthly goals through effective outside sales techniques. 5 yrs of National Network selling and sales development exp. Full info HERE
DIRECTOR OF SALES >>
NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP WKRN -TV (ABC)/NASHVILLE TN: Being a Leader of the Sales Team and owning the position. Driving new business development. Managing inventory, rates, political sales processes & revenue forecasting. Developing and executing sales packages and projects to increase stations’ revenue. Performing other duties as assigned. Minimum five yrs experience in Television Station Management. Full info HERE
MANAGER, RIGHTS CLEARANCES, STANDARDS & PRACTICES
TV ONE
SILVER SPRING MD, Hybrid, Remote
Pre-screen broadcast programs, commercials and other content to ensure compliance with TV One’s current Content Standards, Federal Trade Commission/Federal Communications Commission regulations. Assign parental ratings to all TV One programming based on content review. 3+ yrs exp. in a rights clearances and standards and practices is preferred. 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
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FRIDAY JUNE 9
ABC: NBA Countdown, 2023 NBA Finals
CBS: S.W.A.T., Fire Country, Blue Bloods
CW: Penn & Teller: Fool Us, Whose Line Is It Anyway?, The Great American Joke Off
FOX: WWE Friday Night SmackDown
NBC: Hot Wheels: Ultimate Challenge, Dateline NBC
PBS: Washington Week, Firing Line with Margaret Hoover, Craft in America
Telemundo: Top Chef VIP, Betty en NY, Secretos de Sangre
Univision: Perdona Nuestros Pecados, El Amor Invencible, Mujer |
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