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Today’s Premieres
BritBox: The Ex-Wife
CBS: The Challenge: USA at 10p
CW: Fight to Survive at 8p
History: Alone Australia at 10p
Netflix: Mech Cadets; Painkillers
SundanceNow: Broken Ties
Today’s Finale
HGTV: Revealed at 10p
IN THE NEWS
The second Republican presidential primary debate has been set for September 27, with FOX Business, the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute, Univision, and Rumble teaming for the event at the Reagan Library. “We are looking forward to continuing our fair, neutral and transparent primary process in Simi Valley to elect the next President of the United States,” said RNC Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel. The networks are hoping ratings-grabbing former President Donald Trump decides to participate, but will he? “It doesn’t make sense to do it if you are leading by so much,” Trump told a crowd this week.
Disney+ lost 11.7 million subscribers worldwide in 2Q23, but take out India – where Disney lost a bid to renew the rights to Indian Premier League cricket matches – and the streamer gained 800,000 subscribers. That’s according to Disney’s earnings report, which also said ESPN+ subs were flat at 25.2 million, and Hulu’s SVOD subs rose from 43.7 million to 44 million. Profit at linear networks fell 23% to $1.9 billion. Ad revenue and viewership was down at ABC, but cable advertising revenue rose, offset by higher sports programming investment.
“Our results this quarter are reflective of what we’ve accomplished through the unprecedented transformation we’re undertaking at Disney to restructure the company, improve efficiencies, and restore creativity to the center of our business,” said CEO Bob Iger in a statement. “In the eight months since my return, these important changes are creating a more cost-effective, coordinated, and streamlined approach to our operations that has put us on track to exceed our initial goal of $5.5 billion in savings as well as improved our direct-to-consumer operating income by roughly $1 billion in just three quarters. While there is still more to do, I’m incredibly confident in Disney’s long-term trajectory because of the work we’ve done, the team we now have in place, and because of Disney’s core foundation of creative excellence and popular brands and franchises.”
NBC News senior legal correspondent Laura Jarrett will join Peter Alexander as co-anchor of NBC’s “Saturday Today,” starting September 9. Jarrett is stepping in for Kristen Welker, who is replacing Chuck Todd as moderator of “Meet the Press.”
Fox has renewed MasterChef for season 14. Host Gordon Ramsay will be back as host of the cooking competition, along with chef Aaron Sanchez and restaurateur Joe Bastianich.
“Big Brother” houseguest Luke Valentine got the boot on Wednesday, after using the N-word with houseguests on the show’s 24/7 live feed. “Luke violated the ‘Big Brother’ code of conduct and there is zero tolerance in the house for using a racial slur,” said CBS in a statement. “He has been removed from the house. His departure will be addressed in Thursday night’s show.” Outraged viewers on social media had clamored for Valentine’s exit.
Werner Entertainment has signed a licensing deal with Lionsgate’s Worldwide Television Distribution Group and Lionsgate’s Debmar-Mercury for streaming and syndication airings of past seasons of ABC comedy “The Conners.” Rights for future seasons, after ABC’s first window, are also included. “We’re proud to be selected by a great force in television like Tom Werner and Werner Entertainment to bring this incredible property to buyers around the world,” said Lionsgate President of Worldwide Television Distribution Jim Packer.
ESPN is betting on … betting. The sports net inked a $2 billion deal with casino owner Penn Entertainment to launch branded sportsbook ESPN Bet, set to launch this fall in the 16 states where Penn has sports betting licenses. ESPN Bet will replace Barstool Sportsbook.
STRIKE UPDATES
What does the WGA have to say about the writers’ strike hitting the 100-day mark on Wednesday? “The refusal to take writers’ reasonable proposals seriously has caused the WGA strike to last 100 days and counting; it serves only as a milestone of shame for the AMPTP,” said Chris Keyser and David A. Goodman, co-chairs the WGA’s negotiating committee.
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PRODUCTION & DEVELOPMENT
HBO has picked up “The Franchise” to series. In the half-hour comedy from Sam Mendes, Armando Iannucci, and Jon Brown, the crew of an unloved franchise movie fight for their place in a savage and unruly cinematic universe.
Kaplan/Perrone Entertainment, the Tom Petty Estate and Red Light Management are teaming to explore film and TV opportunities that expand the legacy of Petty and his music. Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers have sold over 84 million records and performed for over 140 million fans across the world.
Documentary streaming service MagellanTV has partnered with the American Battlefield Trust and producer Wide Awake Films for “Battlefield America: The Civil War,” a six-part original docuseries that will explore the battles that determined the outcome of the Civil War.
Fremantle has collaborated with Ukrainian broadcaster STB for “Power of Talent,” a documentary that follows the real-life stories of contestants from Ukraine who compete on “Got Talent” stages around the world. In addition to contestants, Simon Cowell, Spain’s “Got Talent” judge Edurne, and “Ukraine’s Got Talent” judge Serhiy Prytula, whose volunteer efforts have raised more than $120,000 for aid in Ukraine, will be among those featured.
Fremantle, Groundswell Productions, Me + You Productions and De Maio Entertainment are collaborating with UK’s Channel 4 on an original drama series from director Victor Levin (“Mad Men”), starring Andrea Riseborough (“Birdman”) alongside Domhnall Gleeson (“The Revenant”).
NEW & RETURNIUNG SERIES
Apple TV+ comedy “Still Up” debuts Friday, September 22 with three episodes. The series is set in the after-hours world of insomniacs.
Season eight of “Good Bones,” launching Tuesday, August 15 at 9p on HGTV, will be its last. “Today, I filmed my last few pickups for ‘Good Bones.’ Not’ Good Bones’ season 8, but for ‘Good Bones.’ … That’s a wrap, folks,” said series star Mina Starsiak Hawk on her podcast, “Mina AF.”
“Disappeared” is back for a new season on ID on Sunday, August 20 at 10p, with an episode focused on the disappearance of Chicago’s Tionda and Diamond Bradley.
“Quincy, M.E.” joins the lineup on FETV starting Monday, August 28 at 7p. The medical drama starring Jack Klugman ran from 1973-83 on NBC.
Season three of “NFL Icons,” celebrating football greats, kicks off October 21 at 10p on MGM+. In the spotlight this time around are Pro Football Hall of Famers Jim Brown, Charles Woodson, Bill Cowher, and Mike Singletary.
STREAMING
Disney+ subscribers in the US will receive special access to “Star Wars: Ahsoka” merch on shopDisney from August 23, when the series premieres, through August 31. The Shop tab will be available to Disney+ primary profiles in the US that have been verified as 18 and older.
TECH TALK
Twitter has been fined $350,000 for delaying its compliance with a court order to hand over records related to Donald Trump’s Twitter account. Twitter was prohibited from disclosing the existence of the order, which the company argued was a violation of the First Amendment and the Stored Communications Act. Said the judge, “The district court found that there were ‘reasonable grounds to believe’ that disclosing the warrant to former President Trump ‘would seriously jeopardize the ongoing investigation’ by giving him ‘an opportunity to destroy evidence, change patterns of behavior, [or] notify confederates.”
SPORTS ROUNDUP
US Soccer and Telemundo struck an agreement that will offer soccer fans nationwide access to live Spanish-language coverage of the 2023 Lamar Hunt US Open Cup’s Semifinals and Final exclusively on Telemundo, Universo and Peacock. The network also secured the exclusive Spanish-language rights to broadcast the final three games of US Soccer’s National Championship. Live coverage of the tournament Semifinals on Wednesday, August 23 begins with FC Cincinnati, the team with the best record in the MLS, hosting Inter Miami CF and Lionel Messi. Coverage begins at 7p on Telemundo and Peacock.
IMG struck international broadcast deals for the Saudi Pro League’s 2023-24 season, including an agreement with DAZN in multiple territories (Austria, Belgium, Canada, Germany, and the UK) as well as Sport TV (Portugal), La 7 (Italy), Marca.com (Spain), and Canal+ (France).
Intersport and The Greenbrier inked a long-term partnership that will annually bring a major college basketball multi-team event to the mountain resort, starting this season when Radford and Marshall meet in a standalone contest at the resort on November 10, and continuing with the creation of an early season tournament.
The second iteration of Ally Financial and ESPN’s SportsCenter Takeovers will air Friday, August 11. The Takeover will feature women’s sports content, both in-show and during commercial time throughout the 11p edition of SportsCenter on ESPN.
Tennis Channel has launched a 24-hour television network in Spain, home of Rafael Nadal and World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz. The channel is available on Samsung TV Plus. Spain will be the eighth nation outside of the United States with access to Tennis Channel content.
The Cowboy Channel has partnered with Richard Childress Racing for the Verizon 200 at the Brickyard NASCAR Cup Series race at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Road Course. Austin Dillon will drive the No. 3 The Cowboy Channel Carolina Cowboys Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Sunday, August 13 live on NBC at 2:30p.
Pepsi is joining forces with running back D’Andre Swift of the Philadelphia Eagles, who will sport No. 0 during the upcoming season for the first time in NFL history. As the Official Soft Drink of the NFL for over 20 years, Pepsi® is introducing Pepsi® Zero Sugar as the new “Official Zero of the NFL” for the 2023-2024 season. Melissa Duhaime, Director of Sports Marketing – PepsiCo, explains how the campaign came about, in Cynsiders.
COMING UP
“Restaurant: Impossible” host Robert Irvine shared the date – Wednesday, August 16 at 8p – for his HGTV special, “Renovation: Possible,” on social media. “If enough people watch maybe we can do some more,” he told fans.
GOING GLOBAL
MultiChoice Africa Holdings has notified DStv subscribers of its withdrawal of services from Malawi. This follows the injunction issued by the High Court in Lilongwe in a matter between MultiChoice Malawi and the Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority prohibiting an adjustment to the DStv tariffs.
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EXECUTIVE MOVES
Todd Palatnek has been named Senior Vice President of Client Development at Talon. Palatnek joins Talon US from MediaMath, where he served as Vice President of Client Success.
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This Day in History
1950 – “Sunset Boulevard” premiered at NYC’s Radio City Music Hall.
Answer to Our Last Trivia Question
Which series featured a mad scientist character named Dr. Labcoat? “Animals” (2016-18). Kudos to: Erik Rankin-Locality/NYC; Louis Lewow-FITE/Atlanta; Rev. Mark Wajda/Clermont, FL; Charles Mannino-SubCom/Eatontown, NJ; David Westberg-SAG-AFTRA Credit Union/Burbank; Susan Nessanbaum-Goldberg-M and S Entertainment/LA; David Garber-Loyola Marymount University/Playa Vista, CA; Tom Moore-Kalt Productions/LA
Today’s Trivia Question
Which single-season 1960s series was set in an auto workshop? (Email [email protected] with your answer and be sure to include your name, company, city and time zone. Unofficial rules: a limit of four per time zone.)
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SENIOR MANAGER, AD SALES MARKETING
NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP, INC.
NYC
Manage the pre-sale client facing pitch process and post-sale activation of cross-platform television, streaming, digital & social media integrated marketing programs. Write & create compelling sales presentations, one-sheets & cross-platform sponsorship opportunities. 5+ yrs exp. with ad sales marketing, integrated marketing, brand advertising. Full info HERE
DIRECTOR, MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS
NEXSTAR MEDIA GROUP, INC.
NYC or LOS ANGELES
Manage messaging, vision and strategy in the marketplace and internally. Responsible for helping to build, execute and enhance ad sales brand reputation and to raise awareness of the organization both internally and externally. 10+ years’ related media experience and experience with an ad sales organization. Full info HERE
HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR >>
BIG FISH ENTERTAINMENT/NYC/NJ: Coordinating onboarding for all new hires.
Administering the benefits and payroll changes for employees accurately.
Maintaining an efficient filing system—paper and electronic, for employee and company records related to their job functions. Building a successful bridge between management and employees. 7 yrs entertainment exp. preferred. Full Info HERE
DIRECTOR, MEDIA SUPPLY CHAIN OPERATIONS >>
PBS DISTRIBUTION/ARLINGTON VA, Hybrid: Oversee media systems operations, including daily operations as well as development and implementation of overall media supply chain. Work with external vendors and internal stakeholders on design and implementation of hardware and software solutions for media systems. 7+ yrs of work exp. in the areas of television, media, or consumer products. Full info HERE
TV/VIDEO SPONSORSHIP-PRODUCT INTEGRATION SALES REPRESENTATIVE >>
GAME ON MEDIA SOLUTIONS/Remote: Game On Media Solutions is looking for an independent business development oriented sponsorship sales representative. Focus will be on TV/Streaming project opportunities for brands that include product integration and placement. This is an Independent Contractor performance compensated opening. Attractive fees can be earned for closed deals. Full info HERE
BRAND ASSISTANT >>
THE LEDE COMPANY/NYC: Full-service communication, strategy, and social impact consulting firm, specializing in corporate, brand, entertainment, and nonprofit sectors, is seeking a Brand Assistant to join the Brand team in our New York office. The Assistant will play an integral role in supporting accounts for a wide variety of Fashion, Beauty, CPG and Lifestyle clients. Full info HERE
TALENT ASSISTANT >>
THE LEDE COMPANY/LA: Full-service strategy, communications and social impact consulting firm, specializing in corporate, entertainment and nonprofit sectors. We are looking for a Talent Assistant to a Talent Publicist in Los Angeles. We are seeking enthusiastic candidates who can work in a fast-paced environment, are driven & have strong communication and writing skills. Full info HERE
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
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
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THURSDAY AUGUST 10
ABC: Generation Gap, The Prank Panel, Shark Tank
CBS: Young Sheldon, Ghosts, Big Brother, The Challenge: USA [p]
CW: Fight to Survive [p], FBoy Island
FOX: FIFA Women’s World Cup
NBC: Password, Law & Order: SVU, Law & Order:SVU
PBS: This Old House, Ask This Old House, Antiques Roadshow, Ridley
Telemundo: Los 50, Copa Mundial Femenina de la FIFA
Univision: Eternamente Amandonos, Tierra de Esperanza, Mujer |
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