 IN THE NEWS |
| Despite rumors that she’d be leaving, Gayle King has signed a deal that will keep her on “CBS Mornings.” “Rumors of my demise were inaccurate and greatly exaggerated,” said King in a statement. “CBS News is my longtime home, and I am committed to our mission. I’m excited about continuing at ‘CBS Mornings.’ As always, I’m open to new adventures here and ready to go.”
It sounds like new adventures are indeed ahead for King. “Gayle and Nate Burleson are fantastic partners on the show and morning TV is more vibrant than ever,” said CBS News President Tom Cibrowski. “We are excited to continue to evolve ‘CBS Mornings’ and can’t wait for what’s to come.” The Wall Street Journal was first to report the news about King’s contract. Her current deal runs through May.
ABC handed “Abbott Elementary” and early season six renewal. That’s hardly a surprise – season to date, the comedy ranks as TV’s top comedy among Adults 18-49 in multi-platform viewing over 7 days, based on Nielsen Streaming Content Ratings.
A+E Global Media shared its 2026-27 programming slate during an Upfront presentation on Wednesday. Among the highlights on A&E were documentaries “Scott Peterson: The New Evidence” and “Johnny Cash: The Man Comes Around,” as well as new series “K9PD With John Belushi.” The History Channel is bringing out the star power with series hosted by Kevin Bacon, Ted Danson, Tom Selleck and Dolph Lungren, and has greenlit two digital-first series, “Mistakes That Made America” and “Cracking Up.”
New talent production pacts at Lifetime include movie deals with Queen Latifah and Flavor Unit, and Taraji P. Henson with TPH Studios and FOX Entertainment Studios. Orders have also gone out for four original movies, as well as a micro drama. “Last year, we introduced A+E Global Media to reflect the full depth and breadth of who we are: a multi-faceted global media and entertainment company, reflected in the strength and scale of our content, talent and global platforms reach,” said Paul Buccieri, President & Chairman, A+E Global Media. “Today, we are continuing to evolve on that foundation – delivering distinctive programming across the most popular genres and on every screen.”
President Trump added between $600,000 and $1.25 million in Netflix bonds to his personal portfolio in January, according to financial disclosures from the White House. Trump also purchased $500,000 to $1 million in Netflix bonds in December, after the streamer’s deal with Warner Bros. Discovery was announced. The purchases were among many disclosed by the president on Thursday. What do the buys signal? Nothing, said a White House official, explaining, “Neither President Trump nor any member of his family has any ability to direct, influence, or provide input regarding how the portfolio is invested or when investments are bought or sold. All investment decisions are made entirely by independent managers.” |
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| NEW & RETURNING SERIES |
| Netflix’s “The Four Seasons” is back for a sophomore run on Thursday, May 28. Returning series regulars include series co-creator Tina Fey, Will Forte, Kerry Kennedy-Silver, Marco Calvani, Erika Henningsen and Colman Domingo.
“Hate the Player: The Ben Johnson Story,” starring Shamier Anderson (“Wynonna Earp”) as disgraced Canadian sprinter Johnson, premieres Thursday, March 26 on GameTV. The sports comedy is set against the doping scandal at the 1988 Games.
MTV’s “Jersey Shore Vacation” is calling it a wrap. The series will cap off its run with season nine, premiering Thursday, May 7 at 8p The reality hit is a sequel to the original “Jersey Shore,” which first crashed onto screens back in 2009. |
Today’s Premieres
A&E: Predator Hunters at 9p
AMC+: The City Is Ours: A Crime Family Saga
BritBox: Hope Street
Netflix: A Friend, A Murderer; Vladimir
Peacock: Ted |
| PRODUCTION |
| PBS has renewed “Miss Scarlet” for a seventh and final season. The period mystery series follows Victorian London’s first female private detective.
Season three of Stan original “Black Snow” starts filming next month in Cairns, Australia. AMC Networks returns as the North American partner on the mystery drama. |
| CYNOPSIS SPORTS AWARDS
Game-Changing Work Deserves Recognition
If your team pushed sports media forward this year, this is your moment. The Sports Awards spotlight the platforms, campaigns, and innovations shaping how fans watch, engage, and experience the game.
Final entry deadline: March 13th.
Make your mark.
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| TECH |
| The Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB) has released an updated Multi-State Privacy Agreement. The revised MSPA introduces advertiser-specific updates aimed at simplifying compliance and speeding adoption across the ecosystem, including a streamlined structure that increases accessibility for major brands and clarifies how ad tech partners may process personal data. “This update makes the MSPA an even more powerful tool for the digital advertising ecosystem,” said David Cohen, CEO, IAB. “In a time of increasing enforcement and complexity, we’re giving advertisers and their partners a clear, trusted framework that simplifies compliance, accelerates collaboration, and protects them in a meaningful way.”
Commerce media technology company Vudi has partnered with PubMatic to bring shoppable ad experiences to PubMatic’s inventory. The collaboration enables advertisers and publishers to deploy interactive ad formats across the platform while improving the ability to measure performance and quantify commercial impact.
Sallie, an education solutions company, has launched Backpack Media, an education-focused media network designed to connect brands with high-intent moments during the student journey. “Sallie already engages with two-thirds of college-bound freshmen annually and maintains relationships with millions of students throughout their college journey,” said Marco Steinsieck, recently named Managing Vice President and Head of Advertising. “Backpack Media allows us to thoughtfully extend that reach in ways that create value for brand partners while delivering relevant experiences for students and families.” |
| COMING UP |
| “Rory McIlroy: The Masters Wait” drops Monday, March 30 on Prime Video. The documentary follows the golfer’s winding road to his 2025 Masters victory and completing the career Grand Slam. |
 Saddle up, cowpokes! Inspired by Al Bundy’s obsession with John Wayne, COZI TV is airing the two “Married… With Children” episodes built around Al’s attempts to watch the 1953 western “Hondo,” and then showing the movie itself. Mini-marathon Married…With Hondo airs Monday, March 9, and again on Saturday, March 14.
College comedy “Pizza Movie” debuts Friday, April 3 on Hulu. Before the drop, the film following a shy student and his reckless roommate makes its debut at SXSW on March 13.
PBS Kids is going cross-country with the PBS Kids Across America initiative. From May through July 2026 and beyond, PBS KIDS will showcase places and people that had an impact on America’s history. First up, on Friday, May 1, is “Wowsabout,” a new special from The Jim Henson Company. |
 In celebration of National Deaf History Month, on Monday, April 27, Disney+ will debut Disney Animation’s “Songs in Sign Language,” three animated musical sequences from recent Disney features, reimagined and animated in American Sign Language (ASL). A special behind-the-scenes featurette will accompany the songs. |
| SPORTS REPORT |
| Enthusiastic viewer response to NBC’s “Throwback” NBA coverage on Tuesday has the network thinking it won’t be the last nostalgic telecast. In fact, “We hope to make it an annual event,” a network spokesperson told Front Office Sports. NBC ended coverage of the NBA after the 2001-02 season, returning this season with a media rights deal through 2035-36.
Following last year’s broadcast television debut, The CW is expanding its partnership with the Savannah Bananas to become the broadcast home to six Banana Ball games in the 2026 season. The first game, between the Savannah Bananas and the Party Animals, will air live on Sunday, May 10 at 2:30p.
“The Point: NHL Trade Deadline Special” returns on Friday, March 6, from 2-4p on ESPN2 and ESPN+. The two-hour special will provide breaking news and offer discussion and analysis of all the trade deadline’s action.
ProOxy AG and wedotv are teaming to bring 3-on-3 ice hockey format Ultimate Hockey to wedotv’s linear sports channels and free streaming platform. The international rollout will take place under the umbrella of the Ultimate Hockey – Breaking the Ice Tour, which kicks off April 10 in Innsbruck, Austria. |
| RATINGS |
| The revival of “Scrubs” cleaned up for ABC, earning a total cross-platform audience of 11.36 million based on viewing and linear encores through five days. On linear over three days, “Scrubs” was the top comedy telecast among Adults 18-49 (0.74 rating) on any network (excluding post-NFL telecasts) in over a year.
The first of 20 live Combate Global events drew over 500,000 total viewers on February 26, including an estimated 100,000 on EstrellaTV and its digital platforms. The show also aired in Spanish on the promotion’s Samsung TV Plus channel; streamed live, worldwide in Spanish on the Combate Global YouTube channel; and streamed live globally in English on FIGHTTIPS. A problem with the live YouTube feed that disrupted viewing has been corrected, and “will not happen again,” said the company.
Basic Cable Top 10 for the Week of February 23
P+ AA (000)
Primetime
Fox News 3930
MS NOW 1432
ESPN 1237
CNN 1085
HGTV 697
TBS 595
Hallmark Channel 587
TLC 560
History 539
Food Network 529
Total Day
Fox News 2279
MS NOW 846
CNN 730
ESPN 545
HGTV 378
TBS 315
Food Network 286
Hallmark Channel 280
GSN 273
History 254
Source: Nielsen |
| EXECUTIVE MOVES |
| Havas Media Network North America has appointed Sharona Sankar-King as Chief Data and Product Officer for North America. Sankar-King joins from Harte Hanks, where she was Chief Customer and Data Officer.
Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) has named Kathleen Charapata as Executive Vice President, Distribution and Deputy General Counsel for KSE Media Ventures. Charapata was previously Deputy General Counsel at KSE. |
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This Day in History
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Answer to Our Last Trivia Question
What was Matthew Perry’s final scripted television role? Perry played Ted Kennedy in 2017 miniseries “The Kennedys: After Camelot.” Kudos to: Justin Pierce-JP Consulting Group/LA; Gerry Bixenspan-TV Marketing Inc./NYC; Tom Moore-Kalt Productions/LA; Susan Nessanbaum-Goldberg-M and S Entertainment/LA
Today’s Trivia Question
Which series was the first spinoff of “M*A*S*H” (1973-84)? (Email your answer to smsloane17@gmail.com and be sure to include your name, company, city and time zone – a limit of four answers per time zone.) |
PRINT TRAFFICKER AND TECHNICAL COORDINATOR >>
FILM FEST DC/WASHINGTON, DC: Coordinate direct communication between print sources and the festival to ensure the on-time inbound and outbound delivery of all film materials and work with venue staff to deliver and test each film and KDM. Request and collect KDMs for all encrypted DCPs and maintain a spreadsheet that contains all the aspects of the film. Full info HERE
MANAGER, MEMBER ENGAGEMENT AND ANALYTICS >>
TELEVISION ACADEMY/NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA:
Lead the execution of initiatives such as the Peer Circle program and Your Voice Matters, reviewing data to enhance program participation and ensure metrics are achieved; collaborate with the Senior Director of Engagement and Retention and stakeholders across marketing to manage delivery and optimization of the Member Benefits Perks newsletter. Full info HERE
BROADCAST ENGINEER >>
HIGH POINT UNIVERSITY/HIGH POINT, NC: Ensure high-quality production environments and provide technical leadership to faculty, staff, and students in live and recorded productions and play a role in supporting the school’s mission to provide industry-standard production experiences for students and will have opportunities to contribute to the development of emerging media technologies. More info HERE
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
PROFESSOR OF THE PRACTICE: 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 >>
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
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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