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| A group of Democratic senators is demanding a “thorough review” of the proposed $110 billion Paramount Skydance–Warner Bros. Discovery merger, citing concerns over significant foreign investment tied to the deal. In a letter to FCC Chairman Brendan Carr, Senators Cory Booker, Chuck Schumer, Dick Durbin, Richard Blumenthal, Mazie Hirono, Sheldon Whitehouse, and Elizabeth Warren warned that sovereign wealth funds from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the UAE, and Tencent Holdings are contributing billions in financing. “This constellation of foreign investment – from China and Gulf states with complex and sometimes competing relationships with the US – demands rigorous, not perfunctory, review,” the senators wrote.
CBS has renewed “CIA” for a second season. The “FBI” spinoff’s February 23 premiere was seen by 8.4 million multiplatform viewers within seven days, according to Nielsen Panel + Big Data.
Scripps Networks is rolling out a slate of announcements ahead of its Upfront. The company is debuting “The Silver Fox Squad,” a new Bounce original unscripted series produced with Kevin Hart’s Hartbeat and BluSpeed Productions, alongside additional projects in development for Grit. It is also launching Scripps Sports Network, a free 24/7 streaming channel, on March 24. And Scripps News will introduce “Connected with Alisyn Camerota,” a new interview series featuring in-depth, one-on-one conversations hosted by the former CNN and Fox News anchor.
Rachel Solomon is leaving her job as anchor of CNN morning show “Early Start.” “I have decided that this will be my last week at CNN. More to come about what’s next for me, but I am really excited about this next chapter,” she said on Monday’s show.
Also on the move is John MacFarlane, who left his job as CBS News correspondent earlier this month. MacFarlane is joining digital outlet MeidasTouch Network, where he will be chief Washington correspondent. “I’m not an opinionist, not an editorialist,” he posted on X. “I’m far from a politician. I’m an enterprise reporter. Have been for a quarter century…. MeidasTouch and I have long shared this same philosophy – you don’t platform lies. You don’t platform conspiracy theories. And you don’t allow for the whitewashing of history.”
Paramount+ is not bringing “Star Trek: Star Fleet Academy” back for a third season. In a joint statement, CBS Studios and Paramount+ said they were “incredibly proud” of the work that went in the show, adding, “The series introduced audiences to a bold new group of characters, welcomed familiar faces, and expanded the Star Trek universe in exciting new ways.” |
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| NEW & RETURNING SERIES |
 The return of “Regular Show,” which ran on Cartoon Network from 2010-17, kicks off with a special episode of new series “Regular Show: The Lost Tapes,” on Monday, May 11. “Regular Show has always been a cultural lightning bolt, defined by bold humour, unforgettable characters and a distinctive visual style. Its return underscores our commitment to premium animation with global appeal,” said Warner Bros. Discovery GM, International Kids, Animation and Franchise Vanessa Brookman. “With ‘Regular Show: The Lost Tapes,’ JG Quintel and the team honour the original’s legacy while introducing something fresh.” WBD greenlit the revived series back in 2024, with creator J.G. Quintel returning as showrunner.
“Yellowstone” spinoff “Dutton Ranch” premieres Friday, May 15 at 8p on Paramount+. The drama focuses Beth Dutton and her husband, Rip as they start a new life in Texas.
Richard Gadd’s “Baby Reindeer” follow-up, “Half Man,” premieres Thursday, April 23 on HBO. The drama follows the tumultuous 40-year relationship between two men.
Amazon Original series “Every Year After,” based on Carley Fortune bestseller Every Summer After, kicks off Wednesday, June 10 on Prime Video.
“Hacks” returns for its fifth – and final – season on Thursday, April 9 at 9p. The acclaimed HBO Max comedy starring Jean Smart will end its run on Thursday, May 28.
“America Says” is back for season six on Monday, April 13 at 6p. The Game Show Network show is hosted by John Michael Higgins (“Pitch Perfect”).
Adventurer Bear Grylls takes eight celebrities on wild journeys in “Bear Grylls Is Running Wild,” premiering Tuesday, April 21 at 9p on Fox. The survival show is a revival of “Running Wild With Bear Grylls,” which ran from 2014-18 on NBC, and 2019-23 on Nat Geo. |
Today’s Premieres
Disney+: Daredevil: Born Again
Netflix: Ready of Not: Texas
Vice: The Verdict at 9p |
| PRODUCTION |
| Amazon MX Player is tapping into India’s micro-drama boom with the launch of Fatafat, a free mobile-first service serving up serialized vertical hits across romance, thriller, and youth genres. “At Amazon MX Player, our vision has always been to make premium entertainment accessible to everyone, free of cost,” said Karan Bedi, Head of Amazon MX Player. “With Fatafat, we are extending that promise to the rapidly growing micro-drama category. These are stories designed for how audiences consume content today – quick, engaging and mobile-first – while remaining completely free for viewers across India.” |
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| TECH |
YouTube is rebranding BrandConnect as YouTube Creator Partnerships,
upgrading its creator–brand matchmaking tool with AI. Powered by Google’s Gemini, the platform will intelligently connect advertisers with the right creators for more effective sponsorships.
Roku was announced as a launch partner for Google’s new Confidential Publisher Match in Display & Video 360, a privacy-focused identity solution. The offering enables advertisers to securely match first-party data with publisher inventory, unlocking encrypted identity targeting at scale. Through the partnership, Roku will expand DV360 advertisers’ access to privacy-safe audience matching across Roku Media.
Walmart and VIZIO used a Newfront presentation to unveil new integrations, branded content innovations, and fresh CTV campaign results. The companies are rolling out a unified login for VIZIO OS and VIZIO-powered TVs, allowing users to sign in with their Walmart account to access Smart TV features. The streamlined setup creates a secure, cross-device identity layer that links streaming engagement with retail activity. All efforts are built with privacy in mind, says the company, using aggregated, permissioned, and compliant data. Walmart acquired Vizio in December 2024.
Pop culture digital media brand UPROXX TV introduced a slate of new original programming and brand opportunities during its inaugural NewFront presentation on Monday. Creator-led series “Love, Songs” was part of a lineup that reflects a broader shift toward super creators. “Our viewers aren’t just scrolling – they’re channeling the social power of super creators into the living room,” said Jarret Myer, UPROXX Co-Founder and CEO. “The future of television is driven by creators who build massive fandoms across social platforms and then activate those audiences on the biggest screen in the house.” |
| SPORTS REPORT |
| Prime Video is going big on baseball in Japan, striking a multi-year deal with SPOTV to massively expand Major League Baseball coverage – jumping from 54 games last season to 350+ this year, with select postseason matchups also streaming live. |
 Prime Video also announced a Thursday, April 16 premiere date for documentary “Jerry West: The Logo,” tracing the life and career of NBA star Jerry West. Kenya Barris “Black-ish”) makes his documentary directing debut. |
| INTERNATIONAL |
| CAKE struck a deal with BBC Studios for 2D animated family sitcom “Nikhil & Jay.” The 11-minute family series will launch later this year on CBeebies in Poland, South Africa, Asia and India.
Nippon TV has licensed the Korean remake rights for its drama series “Life’s Punchline” to Korea’s Studio Dragon. It’s the second international remake for the series, following the recent announcement of its Hong Kong adaptation. |
| EXECUTIVE MOVES |
| Charter Communications has appointed John Lee as Head of Intelligence Ventures. Prior to joining Charter, Lee founded advisory firm Scout Data Advisors in 2024.
Chris Martinez has been promoted to Vice President, Advanced Advertising at Hearst Television. Martinez joined Hearst in 2021 as OTT Director of Sales.
Promotions at Canadian independent producer Go Button Media include Pierre-Oliver Barbier, who joined Go Button in 2022, and has been promoted to Senior Director of Business Affairs & Strategy, and Ella Gershon, who boarded the company in 2023 and has been elevated to Vice President of Accounting.
NextTrip announces three new hires: Casey D’Ambra as Vice President – Media & Distribution; Assaf Blecher as Managing Director – NextTrip Media; and Nir Haklili as Managing Director – NextTrip Media. |
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This Day in History
1906 – A census of the British Empire showed the UK ruled one-fifth of the world’s landmass.
Answer to Our Last Trivia Question
Who played Kaitlin (not Willa!) in the first season of “The O.C.” (2003-07)? Shailene Woodley. Kudos to: Jordan Beinstock-Scripps Networks/Atlanta; Wendy Hoops; Tom Moore-Kalt Productions/LA; Joel Maxwell-Cozen O’Connor/NYC
Today’s Trivia Question
Louis Armstrong’s “What a Wonderful World” was the theme song for the first five episodes of which sitcom? (Email your answer to trivia@cynopsis.com and be sure to include your name, company, city and time zone – a limit of four answers per time zone.) |
EXECUTIVE >>
TBS INTERNATIONAL/LOS ANGELES, CA: Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of entertainment and media agreements, with a primary focus on unscripted television, format licensing, and intellectual property distribution. Handle development, production, and co-production agreements, including situations where TBS is designated as the production entity providing production services. More info HERE
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
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
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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