Cynopsis: DIGITAL

12/14/07

Good morning, it’s Friday, December 14, 2007 and this is your first early morning digital briefing. 

The next chapter of Paramount Pictures’ film franchise Jackass will go straight to digital. Paramount Pictures Digital Entertainment and MTV New Media will make Jackass 2.5 available exclusively on jackassworld.com beginning Dec. 19 and release the movie as a DVD sell through to major outlets beginning Dec. 26. Blockbuster also paid an upfront fee for exclusive DVD rental rights for the movie, which it will recoup in advertising fees. Download-to-own versions can also be found at iTunes and Amazon.com from Dec. 26, but Blockbuster’s movielink.com will be the only place offering a download-to-rent option, beginning Jan. 1.
 
 

 
Back from the dead after 30 years, London’s Hammer Films will produce Beyond the Rave as a feature film and premiere it on MySpaceTV in 20-minute increments before releasing it as a DVD and electronic sell through. Hammer was acquired by a European consortium in May 2007, led by Dutch-based Cyrte Investments BV.
 
American football – themed anime series EyeShield 21, from the popular Shonen Jump manga, will debut on Cartoon Network & VIZ Media’s ToonamiJetstream beginning Dec. 17.
 
Cartoon Network will also enlist the help of Smashing Ideas to develop mobile games, screensavers and wallpapers for several of its properties including Codename: Kids Next Door and Foster’s Home for Imaginary Friends.
 
AOL Latino launched a new online immigration hub for Hispanics living and working in the U.S. containing news, blogs, message boards and links to a wealth of government resources.
 

ON Networks and Austin’s South by Southwest (SXSW) Film Conference and Festival is now accepting submissions for The Greenlight Awards at www.thegreenlightawards.com to recognize the best original digital episodic series. The site can also be accessed through the SXSW or ON websites.

Childrens entertainment broadband site Kabillion launched a new mash up tool allowing kids to create animated videos from drawings and stories they submit to the site. For a fee of $19.95 LittleDirector.com will put together a 90-second short, complete with music and color animation and send it to the child’s home as a DVD or digital download.

 
An arbitration panel ruled in favor of the LA-based Academy of Arts and Sciences (ATAS) in a dispute about whether or not New York-based NATAS gets to hand out its own broadband awards in categories traditionally handled by ATAS. As a result, NATAS has been forced to scrap plans to award its own Broadband Emmys in several entertainment categories and discontinue its partnership with MySpace.
 
Dow Jones & Co. shareholders approved the merger agreement with News Corp. The buyout price amounted to $60/share – a 65% premium over the company’s closing share price the day the offer was made.
 
DirecTV has acquired what’s left of DVR pioneer ReplayTV from its Japanese owners D&M Holdings for an undisclosed amount. ReplayTV, acquired by D&M in 2003, ceased making actual DVR boxes and instead has focused on perfecting recording software for PCs and other devices.
 

A CYNOPSIS MESSAGE FROM NATPE ’08

8000+ top media execs, 76 countries, 3 days of buying and selling, 350+ globally recognized exhibiting companies, 1500+ content buyers. That’s NATPE ’08. If you’re involved in creating, funding, licensing or delivering video content of any duration, on any subject, for any platform then you should make NATPE ’08 the very first entry in your 2008 schedule of must-attend events.

 
Lawmakers began putting pressure on Google about the privacy aspects of its proposed merger with DoubleClick. Rep. Joe Barton (R, Texas) sent a letter to Google CEO Eric Schmidt asking how personal information is used and stored. Meanwhile, consumer privacy advocates are calling for FTC Chairman Deborah Platt Majoras to recuse herself from the approval process, seeing how her husband works for the law firm hired by DoubleClick to manage the merger before the European Commission.
 

 
Jeff Sellinger was upped to SVP of CBS Mobile, reporting to Cyriac Roeding, EVP, CBS Mobile, CBS Interactive. Jeff has been VP of CBS mobile since Nov. 2006 overseeing operations of mobile video services, in-show interactivity, content, mobile web and mobile advertising.

 
BlogTalkRadio is a live podcast/white label audio platform thousands of amateur radio hosts are using to reach an audience and archive their work. BTR hosted 6,000 interactive shows in November listened to by an aggregate audience of 1.7 million listeners, according to founder, CEO and financier Alan Levy who says he is talking with several major media players to integrate mainstream content on the site. The platform is drawing nationally prominent guests as of late, from Brian DePalma on “Movie Geeks United” to Mike Huckabee on “Heading Right Radio.” Apparently Mr. Huckabee was a BlogTalkRadio host himself 6 months ago before he threw his hat in the ring for the Presidency.
 

A CYNOPSIS MESSAGE FROM WE tv

Later — Wayne
Wayne Karrfalt for Cynopsis: Digital
12.14.07

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JOB OPENING: SR SALES EXECS/US/UK/FR/Aus: Premiere distrib co. hiring Sr int’l sales execs to manage 5,000+ hrs of TV programming. Must have proven track record, client relationships, entrepreneurial spirit. [email protected] (12/21)

JOB OPENING: ACCT EXEC/Documentary Channel/NYC: Immediate opening. Sr. AE – 5+ yrs exp. Emmy winning ntwrk. Concept/integrated sell at client/senior agency level. Top incentive for top performer. Apply: [email protected] (12/20)

JOB OPENING: ASSOC. AD PRODUCER/Oprah.com/Chicago: Write and project-manage online splash pages, sweepstakes and microsites for our sponsors.   See full posting & apply @ www.harpocareers.com (12/20)

JOB OPENING: ANALYST/Fox Brdcstng/LA: Aud Rsrch, Nat’l ratings processing. 1-2yrs TV res. exp.& BA deg req’d. Familiarity w/Nielsen my EVNTS/Galaxy, strong org. & comm. skills essential. Reply: www.foxcareers.com / ref: FNG9880 (12/20)

JOB OPENING: ASSOC PRODUCER/Little Airplane Productions/NYC: Oversee all aspects of animated production; development through post. Manage multiple artists¹ inventory, workflow and deadlines: [email protected] (12/20)

JOB OPENING: PRODUCTION ACCOUNTANT/Little Airplane Productions/NYC: Oversee all aspects of finance and payroll on several broadcast productions. Must have knowledge of Vista software: [email protected] (12/20)

JOB OPENING: ASSOCIATE MARKETING MANAGER/Scholastic Inc/NYC: 3-5 years experience in book or audio book publishing. Apply online:
http://www.scholastic.apply2jobs.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=3446&CurrentPage=1 (12/20)

JOB OPENING: REGIONAL ACCT DIR /Screenvision Cinema, LA: 3-5 yrs exp, proven media sales performer to develop, present & sell cinema advertising to regional clients, Bachelors req., reg’l travel req. Apply: www.screenvision.com (12/20)

JOB OPENINGS: GREAT! MKTG COORDINATOR/Nashville & Atlanta: Passionate about radio, TV, event planning & promotion? Enjoy creative collaboration? Help WOW our GREAT! clients. 2+ yrs exp. Ask for Job description: [email protected]    (12/19)

JOB OPENING: SR. DRTV Buyer/Active Int’l in Pearl River, NY (15 miles from NYC): Min 5 yrs exp. in planning, negotiating and buying DRTV req’d. Resumes to: [email protected]  or call 845-732-8943 (1/3)

JOB OPENING: SALES EXEC/NYC:  Sponsor multimedia content. Min. 3 years exp. Know how to prospect & close, superior communication and multitasking. Send cover letter & resume to: [email protected]  (12/19)

JOB OPENING: CONTENT PRODUCER/Fisher-Price/NYC:BS Deg w/ 3-5 yrs exp in content development for toys, interactive games, software or children’s programming req’d. To apply, visit: Our Company/Career Page on fisher-price.com. (12/19)

JOB OPENING: ACCT EXEC/Documentary Channel/NYC: Immediate opening. Sr. AE – 5+yrs exp. Emmy winning ntwrk. Concept/integrated sell at client/senior agency level. Top incentive for top performer. Apply: [email protected] (12/19)

JOB OPENING: ASSOC. AD PRODUCER/Oprah.com/Chicago: Write and project-manage online splash pages, sweepstakes and microsites for our sponsors.   See full posting & apply @ www.harpocareers.com (12/19)

JOB OPENING: ONLINE MEDIA SUPERVISOR/NYC: 3+Online media planning/buying exp.; Proven ability to manage an internal team of Media Planners; Entertainment industry client exp. a PLUS! Contact:  [email protected] (12/18)

JOB OPENING: MGR/DIR /Brand Strategy Team: Dvlp original digital content experiences within the NBC portfolio site:NY/NJ & Burbank, CA: apply http://www.nbcunicareers.com job #784234, 784230, 784227 (12/18)

JOB OPENING: VP of  THEATRICAL MARKETING/Screen Media Films/NYC:  Develop/execute marketing plans; Monitor budgets; oversee all theatrical PR. Min 3 yrs experience. Send resume to [email protected] (12/18)

JOB OPENING: RECRUITMENT MGR/Discovery/NY: Recruiter/HR Gen to mng full life cycle efforts; identify/acquire talent for Ad & Affil Sales, Corp Dev, E commerce, Educ, TLC, Animal Planet Ntwrks. Apply: discovery.com/careers Req#6200  (12/18)

JOB OPENING: Seeking MEDIA BUYERS in NY with 1-5 years agency experience.   Excel benefits: 401K, Pension, Medical & Dental Send Resume to: [email protected] (12/18)

JOB OPENING: INVENTORY ANALYST /BET, NY: 1-2years experience in sales or traffic; strong analytical skills;Dealmaker,VCI, Excel experience preferred. Email resume to: [email protected]. (12/18)

JOB OPENING: FREELANCE PROMO WRITER/PRODUCER/TLC/LA: Requires Writer/Producer with excellent writing skills. Highly conceptual. Reels & resumes: Discovery, Attn: HR, 10100 Santa Monica Blvd, suite 1500, Los Angeles, CA 90067.  (12/18)

JOB OPENING: RECRUITMENT MGR/Discovery Comm/MD: Requires Recruiter/HR Generalist to screen candidates, interview, and refer suitable applicants for open positions in assigned client groups. Apply: discovery.com/careers Req#5722. (12/18)

JOB OPENING: Seeking top notch SR AE for Channel One News-NYC: Must have min. 7+ yrs consultative sales, proven Biz Dev exp; ideally in Broadcast/TV, and/or non-traditional space. see full desc and apply:  [email protected] (12/18)

JOB OPENING: MEDIA PLANNER/Disney/N. Hollywood: BS in, Media or related field. 5 yrs + media or Exc PC Skills, Exp working w/ Atlas, DART ,Point Roll and Eye blaster pref’d. APPLY: www.disneycareers.com search for JOB ID: 133265 (12/15)

JOB OPENING:  MANAGER AD SALES TRADE MKTG- TV LAND/MTVN-NY: BA; 5 yrs mktg exp. Creative thinker w/ strong proj mgmnt sk; highly organized. Understands brand mgmnt, advtg, promos, resrch. EOE/M/F/D/AAP.  Apply www.mtvncareers.com (12/15)

JOB OPENING: LIFETIME: MEDIA CRD (LA): Perf file bsed mdia mgmnt, srvice reqs for edit sess, dup ordrs, & prep shpmts. Avid proj, ISIS strge, mdia protectn, diag ops, bck-up, archive, & tpe libry. Apply: [email protected]   (12/15)

JOB OPENING: SENIOR W/P CSTV/NYC: Conceptualize, W/P & Direct on air promo campaigns to launch & support prog., games & ntwk initiatives. 5- 7+ yrs on air exp. College sports enthusiast & creative thinker a must. Res: [email protected] (12/15)

JOB OPENING: SALES ASSISTANT/Hallmark Channel/LA:   Work w/ VP & AE to service and maintain agencies and clients on daily basis. See full posting and apply at www.hallmarkchannel.com (12/15)

JOB OPENING: WEB PRODUCER (Freelance) /Hallmark Channel/LA: Creative strategy & mgmt. and on-time, delivery of small to large-scale web-based projects. See full posting and apply at www.hallmarkchannel.com (12/15)

JOB OPENING: WEB DESIGNER (Freelance) /Hallmark Channel/LA: Maintain and create the online identity & marketing materials for the Hallmark Channels. See full posting and apply at www.hallmarkchannel.com (12/15)

JOB OPENING: RESEARCH ANALYST/Hallmark Channel/NY: Analyzes standard and custom reports on all Nielsen systems; MRI and or/Simmons databases.  See full posting and apply at www.hallmarkchannel.com (12/15)

JOB OPENING: TRAFFIC COORDINATOR/Hallmark Channel/NY: Edits daily broadcast logs; executes agency traffic instructions; maintains commercial inventory. See full posting and apply at www.hallmarkchannel.com (12/15)

JOB OPENING: DIR OF CONTRACTS/CBS TV DIST/NY: Mng ad sales admin w/ staff of 4 from order thru reconciliation. Finc’l background w/strong Excel, mngrl, & analytical skills pref’d  5+ yrs exp. Res/salary req: [email protected] (12/15)

JOB OPENING: SALES EXEC/NeuLion/LI: (www.neulion.com) new media sales experience preferred. Must be able to prospect, qualify and close new opportunities. Content Delivery Network (CDN) exp a plus. Email Res to [email protected] (12/15)

WINTER AND SPRING INTERNSHIPS – These positions are for credit only – nobody gets paid here. They are posted for free, and students work for school credit only. For more information on the specs for posting an Internship ad, email Trish at  [email protected] .

WINTER INTERNSHIP CREDITS ONLY: ADV & PROMO INTERN/LIFETIME, NY: Cable net mktg dept & prod. Rsch, logging, assist post, and runs. Strong MS Office skills, comm. bkgrd, and good written/oral skills. Min 2-3 days/wk. Email [email protected] (12/19)

WINTER INTERNSHIPS CREDITS ONLY:  TALENT AGENCY INTERN/LA: For those interested in learning more about the inner workings of a talent agency. Min or 15/hrs/week. Email cover letter & resume to:  [email protected] (12/15)

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SITUATION WANTED: Seeking agent or representative for new children’s brand, The Lunchbox Bunch. Please visit www.lunchboxbunch.com for more details. Contact Kathy with inquiries at [email protected] (12/19)

SITUATION WANTED: 11 yr old boy-actor looking for part in TV show. Exp’d dedicated, remember lines in a second, work well under pressure, living in NY but can travel on moments notice. Plz visit me at www.matthewglaser.com my web site (12/18)

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