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Cyn opsis: Classified

 

Advantage

 

06.15.10

Good morning – it’s Tuesday, June 15, 2010, and this is your weekly issue of Cyn opsis: Classified Advantage! This edition includes the top job listings in the Television, Media and Ad Agency markets, professional development advice from national experts, your Q & A’s with our experts, and a summary of executive moves among top companies.

The Over Confident

I was in New Jersey this past weekend at an employment conference, and after I finished my presentation, a man in his early 40’s approached me, saying, my information was out of date.  He said since companies are hiring again, and all the extra work that was required six months ago, was no longer needed.

I might expect this thought process from a recent college graduate, but I was surprised by this man’s approach.  His confidence drifted through arrogance and settled in stupidity.  But being the diplomat that I am, rather than openly disclose this man as a dolt, I told him a story.

When I was a senior in high school, there was one college I wanted to attend more than any other.  They invited me down for an interview.  There I sat, and the interviewer asked me why should I be accepted?  I told him my high school stats, which were majestic.  He looked at me, then turned around and picked up dozens of manila folders and placed them on his desk.  He told me that every one of those files represented perspective students that had better grades and SAT scores than I did.  He stared at me, and then asked me again, why I should be accepted.

I told him of my extracurricular activities, the sports I played, where I volunteered and where I worked.  I told him everything I could think of, because apparently, my academic stats, though impressive for high school, were just average for college.

I got in.

So listen up dolts, this happens almost every time that someone looks for a new job or a promotion.  The people who are already there, are going to be impressive.  The people looking for the same position you are, are going to be impressive.  You have to figure out what makes you different, what makes you stand out from the crowd, and make sure you communicate why you would be the best person for the job.

Next week: What do we want?

We are always on the look out for more Experts to advise our readers – if you’re a headhunter, job coach, career advisor, etc., and may be interested in contributing to this edition from time to time, please contact me at [email protected] .

This is the story of a man who really wanted a job. For 5 years he had run a successful small web design firm in Gainesville, getting clients by word of mouth and by befriending small business owners.  But he had moved to New York and this was a different kettle of fish.  “In New York all the doors are locked” he told me.  “There was no dropping by and making friends, and I had no word of mouth. New York kicked my butt. So I started looking for a proper corporate job in web design.”

He started with Craigslist. It had worked well for him in Florida and he was comfortable with it. But he only got back a couple of thank-you notes. He tried Monster and other job sites: from them he got back nothing but spam.

“So I created two fake job postings on Craigslist* to see what the competition was like. I got 200-300 emails in the first 6 hours  all super-qualified. I looked at what they had written and I created a template letter of my own, based on the best of what I saw.”

“I gave up on the other sites and focused 100% of my energy on Craigslist, refining my search and hitting refresh, refresh so I could see the latest jobs. As soon as a new posting appeared I sent my application. And I knew my letter was good because I had studied the best ones out there.”

” But my experience with the fake postings, the hundreds of applications, made me think that an employer is going to get bored after reading just 30 or so. So I realized that my own job was to be number one in their inbox. I was refreshing my search every ten minutes. But this wasn’ t quick enough. This was a giant race with 200 people, all starting at the same time. Seconds matter if you want to be the first.”

So instead of refreshing the web page and then going to his mail to apply, he set up an RSS feed from his Craigslist search directly into his mail client, so he could get from the posting to his response in fewer clicks.

“In a week or so I had it down to a science. I was super-comfortable with it. I deleted any new jobs when I got up in the morning, as I was already too late for them. I had the bugs removed and everything was virtually perfect. I figure I had my response time down to about 7 seconds after a job had posted.”

Driven by his drive to be first in the inbox, the system quickly produced results. In the following week he received four requests for interviews. One of them was at MLB.com, a dream position  where he now happily works.

*I report the facts. But is it ethical to make fake postings? Smart? What do you think?

Michael Pollock is President of Pollock Spark ( www.pollockspark.com ). He is an Executive Coach and Consultant to Creative and Media professionals. He works with people in film, TV, advertising, design, marketing, music and the Internet, bringing them the experience, techniques and inspiration to take their businesses and careers to new levels of success.

If you have any specific questions you’d like our Experts to address, please email them to me, John Cox at [email protected].
 

I’m not sure my past employer would give me a great recommendation, and I’ve read that a third party should call and ask. Easier said than done with caller id, getting through to them; do I just have someone block their id, call and call again until they get a hold of my last boss, and then pretend to be someone looking to hire me for a job? Is this really the best way?

I feel that this fake hirer idea could too easily backfire, and there is really no upside. If your friend is outed, which may well happen, you will have killed any residual goodwill your former boss may feel towards you.

Why not ask him yourself: “Would you be comfortable if I gave you as a reference? Would you say good things about me?” And then you need to read between the lines of his response and decide whether this will pay off or not.

If you are not sure, then don’t list him as a reference  come up with some other people who you are more sure of. If your next employer might call him even if you didn’t give him as a reference, then it is out of your control and a faked enquiry will not have gained you a thing.

How long can I expect a classified ad to be active? I have called many companies responding to their ads only to find they job has already been filled. One week, two weeks, 4 days? I’m confused.

Think of it this way: the hirer is interested in finding a great candidate as soon as possible and will keep evaluating responses for as long as it takes. But in this competitive market they are likely to find a great candidate sooner rather than later. So being in the first group of applicants they see is usually best.

Take it from someone who has received over 100 applications for a single job, the resume reader’s attention falls off steeply after about 30 similar apps have crossed his desk. If you are calling, then think about the poor person who has to answer 50 or more phone calls  the first ones will hold the promise of solving their problem, after a half day or more of that they will get significantly less interested.

Michael Pollock is President of Pollock Spark ( www.pollockspark.com ). He is an Executive Coach and Consultant to Creative and Media professionals.

Have a question for our experts? Send it to [email protected]

JOB OF THE WEEK …

OTHER INDUSTRY JOBS OF INTEREST …

 work cohesively with other departments- programming, promotions, sales and production- to develop and execute station and client marketing campaigns across the digital platform
Director of Interactive
ICBC Broadcast Holdings
NYC NY
http://www.wbls.com/pages/63938.php

creating, developing and distributing unscripted series and lifestyle formats to the cable networks
Vice President of Development   1170643
NBC Universal
NYC NY
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

own the specific digital divisional P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow including quarterly closings, account reconciliations, miscellaneous billing, forecast estimates, operational planning (SII and Op Plan), and long range planning
Finance Director, iVillage   1131218
NBC Universal
NYC NY
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

creating, producing and supervising the “The Dylan Ratigan Show”
Segment Producer   1122561
NBC Universal
NYC NY
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

support day-to-day video conferencing and help plan, develop, and implement our company’s in-house video conferencing systems and Telepresence systems
Audio Video Conference Specialist   1208019
NBC Universal
NYC NY
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

develop advertising and promotional campaigns to advertising trade; direct efforts of both creative and media agencies
Director, Trade Marketing, Oxygen Media   1208891
NBC Universal
NYC NY
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

analyze product categories to develop opportunities
Marketing Associate- MSNBC   1208734
NBC Universal
NYC NY
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

support both programming and sales teams to coordinate data and presentations on sales efforts
Digital Research Manager  Sports & Olympics   1207911
NBC Universal
NYC NY
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

oversight of all ad hoc and on-going primary research related to audience development & brand management, including a regular monthly Brand Health Tracker
Director, Research and Insights   1204807
NBC Universal
NYC NY
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

coordinating and spearheading Sports / Olympics sales efforts for existing and first time television/internet advertisers for NBC Local Media
Director, Sports and Olympic Sales   1204746
NBC Universal
NYC NY
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

core Member of Telemundo Network Sales Pricing & Planning group
Sales Planning Analyst – Telemundo   1201732
NBC Universal
NYC NY
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

maintaining and building the territory’s advertising revenue and exceeding, where possible, revenue goals
Account Executive   5631BR
CBS Interactive
NYC NY
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

record journal entries and perform analysis on balance sheet and income statement accounts
Manager, Corporate Accounting   5671BR
CBS Corporate
NYC NY
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

assisting producers with editorial support for live news, entertainment, and lifestyle programs
Associate Producer   252049
ABC News
NYC NY
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/index.html

serve as a business partner to all departments serviced by MT&A
Group Director, Application Development Business Office   251981
Disney ABC Television
NYC NY
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/index.html

working with established businesses and establish new business
Account Executive   249379
ESPN
NYC NY
http://jobs.espncareers.com/new-york-state/sales/jobid657490-account-executive-jobs

supervise the overall processes in TV Sales Planning
Sales Planning Supervisor   249622
ESPN
NYC NY
http://jobs.espncareers.com/new-york-state/sales/sales-planning-supervisor-jobs

lead the development of all consumer-facing marketing activity to build the show / network brand
Director, Deportes Marketing   218042
ESPN
NYC NY
http://jobs.espncareers.com/new-york-state/marketing/director-deportes-marketing-jobs

leads brand strategy and marketingfor ESPN Mobile products
Director  Mobile Marketing   245597
ESPN
NYC NY
http://jobs.espncareers.com/new-york-state/marketing/director-mobile-marketing-jobs

monitor daily all key metrics (AcE, Billing quotas, initial media KPIs to determine quality of new acquisition sources etc.)
Director, Market Planning and Analysis   FFE18702
Fox Mobile Group
NYC NY
http://www.foxcareers.com/jobSearch.html

maintaining all aspects of digital account management and providing timely and accurate information to the sales team and to the client
Account Service Representative, CNN Digital   116591BR
Turner Broadcasting
NYC NY
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

work closely with ad sales and integrated marketing teams to execute sales packages for clients that span across all digital properties, including VH1.com, VH1 Mobile, theFabLife.com, BestWeekEver.tv and cross-brand
Sr. Sales Producer
MTV Networks
NYC NY
http://www.mtvnetworkscareers.com /

oversees the development of a game through managing and coordinating the efforts of the team to meet the vision and design promised to the consumer
Franchise Producer   252069
DIMG
Vancouver BC
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/index.html

management of the team that designs and builds world-class global networks that support ESPN’s need to move massive amounts of video, audio and data based content around the world reliably and at minimum expense
Senior Director, ESPN Worldwide Network Architect   206707
ESPN
Bristol CT
http://jobs.espncareers.com/connecticut/senior-staff/senior-director-network-architect-jobs

responsible for policy and advocacy to Congress, regulatory agencies and Executive branch
Senior Counsel, Government Relations   1173648
NBC Universal
Washington DC
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

supervise the news assignment desk and the coverage of news on given shifts
Desk Editor   1209042
NBC Universal
Washington DC
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

create weekly, monthly and other reports, pulling Nielsen data from systems and providing analysis to help the non-researchers understand the show/network’s performance
Senior Research Analyst   117984BR
Turner Broadcasting
Atlanta GA
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

manage numerous web-analytics tracking reports to help the CNN digital businesses answer key questions about performance of their products, identify strategic opportunities, align resources and set goals
Research Analyst   116600BR
Turner Broadcasting
Atlanta GA
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

develop, recommend, negotiate, implement and steward interactive media plans/buys, which strategically meet the marketing objectives
Digital Media Supervisor, Turner Media Group   118490BR
Turner Broadcasting
Atlanta GA
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

working with established accounts to drive rates and share
Account Executive Digital   235918
ESPN
Chicago IL
http://jobs.espncareers.com/illinois/sales/jobid563849-account-executive-digital-jobs

incorporate digital programs for all existing and new advertisers
Account Executive   229854
ESPN
Chicago IL
http://jobs.espncareers.com/illinois/sales/jobid491757-account-executive-jobs

work with sales management to develop and execute annual sales plan
Manager Pricing & Planning   1180504
NBC Universal
Fort Worth TX
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

working established businesses and prospecting new business, must be bilingual
Account Executive  252166
ESPN Deportes
Irving TX
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/index.html

design and deliver a strategy for growth in the Hispanic marketplace which leverages and optimizes opportunities for growth across Spanish language media platforms
Station Manager/Sales Leader, KBLR-TV    1170527
NBC Universal
Las Vegas NV
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

coordination of sponsorship and standard online media campaigns
Advertising Account Manager   249809
ESPN
Seattle WA
http://jobs.espncareers.com/washington/sales/advertising-account-mgr-jobs

working with established businesses and establish new business
Account Executive   234238
ESPN
Los Angeles
http://jobs.espncareers.com/california/sales/account-exec-jobs

working with established accounts to drive rates and share
Account Executive Digital   235914
ESPN
Los Angeles
http://jobs.espncareers.com/california/sales/jobid563848-account-executive-digital-jobs

experienced and technologically skilled investigator who will conduct varied investigations relating to copyright infringement, theft of company assets, employee misconduct, and other issues as directed
Director, Investigations (Fox Group Legal)   FFE19938
Fox Group
Los Angeles CA
http://www.foxcareers.com/jobSearch.html

use Turner systems to prepare and revise proposals for client/agency presentations
Sales Planner – Digital, New Media Sales   118539BR
Turner Broadcasting
Los Angeles CA
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

manages the Primetime programming approval process
Manager Broadcast Standards   118557BR
The CW Network
Burbank CA
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

coordinate and assist WB divisions in evaluation and negotiation of prospective equity transactions, acquisitions and joint ventures outside the normal scope of the divisions’ respective businesses
Director, Corporate Business Development & Strategy   118511BR
Warner Bros. Entertainment Group
Burbank CA
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

supervises, instructs and assists Research Analyst(s) in preparing, researching and writing sales presentations and program performance stories
Manager, Media Research   118540BR
Warner Bros. Entertainment Group 
Burbank CA
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

ownership for the synthesizing the overall business process and application solutions through interpretation of client business requirements
Senior Business Process Analyst   118506BR
Warner Bros. Entertainment Group 
Burbank CA
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

works with Sr. Marketing executives to develop publicity strategies on WB releases
Director, Publicity   118518BR
Warner Bros. Entertainment Group 
Burbank CA
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

coordinate and assist WB divisions in evaluation and negotiation of prospective equity transactions, acquisitions and joint ventures outside the normal scope of the divisions’ respective businesses
Vice President, Corporate Business Development & Strategy   118512BR
Warner Bros. Entertainment Group 
Burbank CA
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

support WBshop maintenance by providing support to Engineering, QA and Project Management teams in delivering consistent site experience that meets agreed functional specifications
Product Manager, e-Commerce   118508BR
Warner Bros. Entertainment Group 
Burbank CA
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

organizes and leads cross functional teams in developing and implementing project deliverables and provides task direction to project staff
Director, Project Manager   118507BR
Warner Bros. Entertainment Group 
Burbank CA
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

provide day-to-day support to Director, Manager, and Supervisor
Corporate Communications Coordinator   252006
Disney
Burbank CA
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/index.html

develop digital promotions that support key digital features/initiatives that support tune in and drive digital marketing metrics
Director – Promotions & Partnerships    252003
ABC
Burbank CA
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/index.html

serve as a business partner to all departments serviced by MT&A
Group Director, Application Development Business Office   251981
Disney ABC Television
Burbank CA
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/index.html

accountable for the strategic and operational leadership of mun2 Cable Network in Universal City, CA
General Manager, mun2   1124731
NBC Universal
Universal City CA
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

develop financial forecasting for NBCU commodities, monthly reporting and analysis for Sourcing Savings results and departmental benefits
Director Sourcing Finance   1209770
NBC Universal
Universal City CA
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

reinforce and grow creative partnerships and innovation role inside the company through effective and inspirational communication, a collaborative process involving all key stakeholders, and clear goals and operating plan
Director, Creative Services   1168311
NBC Universal
Universal City CA
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

participate in all aspects of the creative oversight of shows, with the ability to interact with all facets of the studio and network groups
Director, Drama Programming   1207991
NBC Universal
Universal City CA
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

identify market opportunities and define product vision and strategy
Director, Product Management    FIM18636
IGN
San Francisco CA
http://www.foxcareers.com/jobSearch.html

ideate, plan, implement, execute and analyze strategic marketing programs that will build product and brand loyalty and engage users
Senior Marketing and Community Manager
MTV Networks
San Francisco CA
http://www.mtvnetworkscareers.com /

develop and evolve the UR strategy and recruiting plan in partnership with the HR Team and alumni teams
University Relations Program Manager   5580BR
CBS Interactive
San Francisco  CA
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

meeting and exceeding sales budgets and goals through client calls, establishing relationships with current account base, developing new business, and aggressively pursuing revenue increases from existing accounts
Account Executive   5678BR
CBS Television Stations
San Francisco  CA
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

oversee all consumer and sales marketing strategies and programs across CBS Interactive entertainment divisions and industry leading brands
Senior Director Marketing   5514BR
CBS Interactive
San Francisco  CA
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

develop an annual commerce strategy and product roadmap in collaboration with other key stakeholders
Director of Commerce   4363BR
CBS Interactive
San Francisco  CA
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

developing and implementing communications strategies for MTV programming, working daily with a broad range of media outlets covering television, music, entertainment, business, politics, and advertising
Senior Publicist
MTV Networks
Santa Monica CA
http://www.mtvnetworkscareers.com /

partners with Ad Sales Account Executives to manage client and agency relationships – from conception & sale of media & marketing packages, through execution, recapping the marketing program & up-selling the client for repeat business
Integrated Marketing Manager
MTV Networks
Santa Monica CA
http://www.mtvnetworkscareers.com /

creating a marketing plan that drives both new and existing users to utilize our service at level that reaches our revenue goals for the year
Director of Marketing   FIM19957
IGN
Costa Mesa CA
http://www.foxcareers.com/jobSearch.html

Cynopsis CLASSIFIEDS – For More classifieds, visit the Cynopsis.com classifieds page here – also check out our Facebook page where our classifieds are listed the night before the editions are published!

JOB OPENING: AD SALES MKTG MGR/DISH Network/NY: Dev/create ad sales mktg materials across entire portfolio incl Advanced TV. Resp for ad sales brand messaging. 7+ yrs ad sales mktg or related exp. Res: [email protected] (6/19)

JOB OPENING: SALES COORD/DISH Network/NY: Great opp for highly motivated indiv. Manage tasks/srvc agencies & clients daily. Det. oriented/good comm. 1+ yrs media exp. Span/Eng language pref. Res to: [email protected] (6/19)

JOB OPENING: JR MEDIA BUYER/LA: Need motivated self-starter to work w/media unit for Fox O&Os. Media buy & plan for all mediums. Strata exp prfrd. Detailed, strng comm & comp skills a Must. EOE/M/F/D/V. Resume: [email protected] (6/19)

JOB OPENING: SR MANAGER, HUMAN RESOURCES/Hallmark Channels/LA: Manages day to day HR Ops for Hallmark Channel office locations and supervises one direct report. View full posting & apply: www.hallmarkchannel.com “Jobs” (6/19)

JOB OPENING: PUBLICITY MGR/Discovery Communications/SS: dvlp & implement prg publicity campaigns for Discovery Channel, mng & implement ntl and local market branding/communications initiatives www.discovery.com Req#9764 (6/19)

JOB OPENING: CABLE TV TRAFFIC ADMINS (2)/LA:  Seeking two Traffic professionals who have Gabriel software experience for two month contract in LA. Details will be provided to qualified candidates. Send resume to [email protected]  (6/19)

JOB OPENING: DIRECTOR, MASTER DATA MANAGEMENT/NY: Work w Sales, P & P Comm Ops, Billing to protect continuity/integrity of all data in sales/traffic system/all NBCU properties/Min 5 yrs exp & BA.  Apply: at www.gecareers.com # 1198119 (6/18)

JOB OPENING: SR. RESEARCH ANALYST/BET NY Sales: 2-3yrs exp TV or media rsrch. Prof in StarTrak, Nielsen Npower/MarketBreaks/AdViews, MRI. Strong PPT & Excel; PPT creativity a must. Res: [email protected] (6/18)

JOB OPENING: DIGITAL AD SALES/MTV Networks/NYC: Mgr Consu Insights. BA, 4-6 yrs exp. Exp mng quan/qual primary resch. ComScore, MediaMetrix, Omniture; knwl brand sol. Str ldrship/proj mgmt. EOE/M/F/D/AAP www.mtvncareers.com (6/17)

JOB OPENING: SR. BUYER-LOCAL TV/Active Int’l in Pearl River, NY: (15 miles from NYC): Min 3 – 5 yrs exp. in negotiating and buying local TV req’d. Resumes to: [email protected] or call 845-732-8943  (6/17)

JOB OPENING: DATA STEWARD/Univision/NY: Ongoing mgmt of adv/agcy data in sls systems. Biz POC for CRM sys support. Detail oriented/ work ind/ comm. skills. 2+ yrs exp in adv sls pref. EOP  email to:  [email protected] (6/17)

JOB OPENING: PROMOTIONS & PR SPECIALISTS/ElectricArtists/NY: Dev/pitch/execute online contests/promotions. Expert ideation 2-4+ yrs mktg, PR. Online media, TV, or major consum brand. [email protected] (6/16)

JOB OPENING: DEPT. ASSISTANT, NICK PRESCHOOL CREATIVE/Nickelodeon/NYC: 1+yrs Admin Exp, MSOffice skills, Able mult-task, ProActive A MUST, Strng Comm skills, Strng Proj Mgmt exp A+ EOE/M/F/D/AAP. Apply: www.mtvnetworkscareers.com (6/16)

JOB OPENING: GRAPHICS PRODUCER, NICKTOONS/ Nickelodeon/NYC: 3+yrs Post Production Exp in TV/ADV, Knwlg TV Prod/Graphics, Strng Org Skills, Pro Active A MUST, Multi Projects/Fast Paced, EOE/M/F/D/AAP. Apply: www.mtvnetworkscareers.com (6/16)

JOB OPENING: MANAGER RETAIL SOLUTIONS/ NICK/Viacom CP/NYC: 5+yrs exp Retail Sales/Promo Marktng, Trck record Successful Retail Prgms, Build Creative brief, Kwnlg of Retailers/Trade Cat’s EOE/M/F/D/AAP. Apply: www.mtvnetworkscareers.com (6/16)

JOB OPENING: MGR CONS MKTG/Fuse/NY: Oversee multiplatform promo & branding efforts. Drive awareness & execute consumer mktg initiatives. Proficient in online mktg, min 5 yrs exp. Send rez to: [email protected] “MCM” in subj (6/16)

JOB OPENING: DIR. PROG/FOOD NET & COOKING/NY: Manage all aspects of commissioned shows. Long form storytelling exp in competition, docusoap and/or reality TV req’d plus 5 yrs TV prod exp for cable nets. www.scrippsnetworks.com #1317 (6/16)

JOB OPENING: SR RSRCH ANALYST/Syfy, USA & Emerging Brands Primary Research/NYC: Plan, design, analyze& report consumer rsrch projs. 2+yrs exp surveys, focus groups &synd rsrch srvcs req’d. BA/BS. Apply: www.gecareers.com #1197114 (6/16)

JOB OPENING: FREELANCE WRITER/PROD ONAIR PROMOS/ABC DAYTIME/LA: 5+yrs writ/prod exp. OnAir Promos/TV/Adv, Strng concept abilities & storytelling, Knwldge of daytime a plus. Apply [email protected] (6/16)

JOB OPENING: WRITING ASST/NYC: Kids Ed TV co. seeks admin asst. to execute demanding writing schedule. Must be organizational wiz, detail oriented w/ability to multitask. Email cover letter/resume to: [email protected] (6/16)

JOB OPENING: PROD. COORD/NYC: Kids Ed TV co. seeks coordinator animated series. Must be organized, detail oriented w/ability to multitask. Animation exp. a plus. Email cover letter/resume to: [email protected] (6/16)

JOB OPENING: MKTG COORD/GMC/ATL: Support Ad Trade Mkting, Consumer & Affil Mktg Depts. 3-5 yrs exp creative/media at cbl ntwrk a must. Strong writing & orgnz’l skills req. Knwldg of MS Office. Apply, send resume: [email protected] (6/16)

JOB OPENING: PRICING/PLNG ANALYST/TVG/NY: Ad Rev reporting/analysis. ADU Liability tracking/analysis Deal approval/analysis.  Ad hoc req’s.  2-3 yr exp @ agncy or cable ntwrk. Strg excel skill Dealmaker & VCI exp a +. [email protected] (6/15)

JOB OPENING: INT SLS PLANNER/NY: Create plans, dev integrated ideas/bld decks. 2 yrs buying exp. www.aetn.com/careers.html https://www.abso.com/jobboard/Default.aspx?JOBBOARDID=618&JobDetail=73874 (6/15)

JOB OPENING: MANAGER INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM SALES: 24-hr cable/satellite network dedicated to holistic health. Over 500 hours of original content, backed by successful international media company. Apply to: [email protected] (6/15)

JOB OPENING:  RSRCH MGR/Charlotte NC: PRIOR EXP ONLY. Rsrch/write reports: viewership, demographics, mkt trends, etc. using data from Nielsen, Rentrak, MRI, SNL-Kagan. Christian TV ntwrk. http://www. insp .com/position.aspx?id=165 (6/15)

INTERNSHIPS – These positions are for credit only – nobody gets paid here. These ads are always 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] .

SUMMER INTERNSHIP CREDITS ONLY:TV DISTRIBUTION INTERN/NYC: Learn how to market and sell factual series and specials to cool broadcasters in the US & Canada.Must be interested in the business of TV. Cover/resume to: [email protected] (6/17)

SUMMER INTERNSHIP CREDITS ONLY: Hallmark Channels (LA) has summer internship opportunities for enthusiastic student. Must be eligible to earn college credit. Send resume to [email protected] (6/16)

Former Oxygen Media Director/Primary Research executive, Debbie DiViesti-Sullivan joins the research consultancy THREE as VP. In her new capacity, Debbie will be in charge of developing and executing qualitative, quantitative and hybrid research studies for the company’s clients.

Effective immediately, NBC Local Media appointed Michael Jack as President/GM of WNBC and Tom O’Brien as EVP/Nonstop Network. Both executives will report to John Wallace, President, NBC Local Media. Prior to this new role, Michael was President/GM of WRC in Washington, D.C. Michael will now head NBC Local Media’s New York-based local media assets including the TV station, the local website and digital channel. Tom was previously the GM at WNBC and will now lead the launch of new digital channels throughout NBC Local Media.

Bill Goodwyn was elevated to the dual role of President/Global Distribution and CEO/Discovery Education at Discovery Communications. Bill has been President of Discovery Education since 2007 and now as CEO, he will manage the team in charge of spurring business in the K-12 marketplace. In the newly-created position as President/Global Distribution, Bill will further oversee distribution efforts for Discovery’s 100-plus global networks as well as continue to head all US distribution efforts. Bill has been with Discovery Communications since 1987.

Suzanne La Forgia was hired by RMG Networks as EVP/Advertising Sales to head all media sales activities and sales operations for the company. Based at the RMG’s New York City offices, Suzanne will report directly to Garry McGuire, CEO.

World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. tapped Eddie Hill as SVP/Marketing, reporting to Michelle D. Wilson, EVP/Marketing. Eddie’s duties will involve strategic direction for WWE’s branding and promotions, television tune-ins, pay-per-view events, network affiliate marketing, WWE Studios and market research. Eddie joins from American Express where he most recently held the position as VP/Head of US Advertising and Global Agency Management.

Stephen Recht was named CFO at Delivery Agent, Inc. Stephen, who was formerly CFO of Glam Media will now spearhead Delivery Agent’s worldwide corporate financial strategy. Delivery Agent drives commerce for major media companies including ABC, CBS, NBC Universal, Twentieth Century Fox, A&E Television Networks and Discovery Communications.

As of July 12, The Weather Channel Companies (TWCC) will add Jennifer Dangar as EVP/Distribution and Business Development. Jennifer, in her new role, will head TWCC’s distribution and business development efforts with cable, satellite and teleco operators and distributed content partners. Jennifer joins TWCC from Discovery Communications where she served as SVP/Domestic Distribution. Based at TWCC’s Atlanta headquarters, Jennifer will report to Michael J. Kelly, CEO. Additionally, Jennifer will work closely with Becky Powhatan Kelley who is the present head of distribution for TWCC as she transitions into retirement by August 1.

Rick Wardell becomes VP/National Advertising Sales at The Inspiration Networks. In his new position, Rick will manage national ad sales for INSO  The Inspiration Network and Halogen.

Gary Rosenson was upped to SVP/GM of Playboy Entertainment Group’s Domestic TV division. Gary will now manage the unit and provide strategic oversight of all Playboy TV networks involving programming, distribution, marketing and new products encompassing VOD, hi-def, 3D and interactive TV. Gary will be based at Playboy’s Los Angeles office.

Tom Cosgrove was appointed President/GM of the new joint 24/7 3D television network venture from Sony Corporation, Discovery Communications and IMAX Corporation. Tom will oversee all business and creative functions for the upcoming network that will feature high-quality premium programming genres such as natural history, space, exploration, adventure, engineering, science and technology and motion pictures from Discovery, Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc., IMAX and other third party providers. Tom will also be integrally involved with driving consumer adoption of 3D televisions. He will report to the joint venture’s Board of Directors consisting of members from Sony, Discovery and IMAX. Tom previously was EVP/COO for Discovery Channel. Additionally, Rebecca Glashow, SVP/Digital Distribution, Discovery Communications will manage distribution for the new channel and Amy Carney, President/Advertiser Sales, Sony Pictures Television will head advertising and promotion sales while Sony Pictures Television will offer all advertising sales related services for the joint venture.

Jim Kenyon takes on the position of VP/Strategic Alliances within the sales and marketing team at Intersport, effective immediately. Jim is charged with developing multi-platform properties for top marketers intent on using sports and entertainment event marketing, sponsorships, brand-integrated television and digital media to grow their business. Most recently, Jim was with Chicago-based Gravitas Marketing.

Media Storm hired Carly Miller as Associate Director/Interactive, effective immediately. Carly will manage the digital strategy and buying for the agency’s entertainment and retail clients. Carly joins Media Storm from Starcom Worldwide where she served as an Associate Media Director.

Jason Klarman was elevated, effective immediately, to the position of President, Oxygen Media. In his new role, Jason will add the supervision of Oxygen’s original programming and development teams to his current roster of duties. Jason has held the position of GM for Oxygen Media since November 2007. He will continue to report to Lauren Zalaznick, President, NBC Universal Women & Lifestyle Entertainment Networks.

Katz Marketing Solutions (KMS), the national marketing unit of Katz Media Group, upped three executives in New York City:

• Brian McElroy is now SVP/Director of Research where he will continue to offer advertisers and agencies quantifiable research based on the effectiveness of their radio campaigns.
• Stephanie Interbartolo was bumped to VP for KMS to offer digital insight and to head creative business development for the unit.
• Liz Stillman was promoted to VP and in her new capacity will lend her expert knowledge of radio’s effectiveness to develop programs for KMS agencies.

The Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Foundation tapped Norma Provencio Pichardo as Executive Director. The Foundation is the charitable branch of the Television Academy and its many programs include the College Television Awards, the Student Internship Program, the Fred Rogers Memorial Scholarship and the Archive of American Television among other fundraising events. Norma, who has more than 15 years of experience with leading non-profit organizations, fundraising and supervising education programs in the entertainment industry, will report to Jerry Petry, Chairman and Alan Perris, COO, both of the Television Academy Foundation.

Cinnamon Rogers was named VP/Legislative Affairs with Discovery Communications. Cinnamon will be involved with monitoring federal legislative issues and advocating on behalf of the company on Capitol Hill. She will also be instrumental in creating and executing public-private partnerships for Discovery’s quality brands. In her new role, Cinnamon will report to Alexa Verveer, SVP/Public Policy and Government Relations and will be based at the company’s global headquarters in Silver Spring. Previously, Cinnamon worked for Time Warner as VP/Global Public Policy.

Canada’s Amaze Film & Television hired Anne Fenn as the production company’s new Development Executive.

Syfy appointed Sara Morgan Moscowitz as VP/Strategic Marketing to supervise all multi-platform advertising partnerships, trade marketing and other opportunities to spur sales. Since 2006, Sara worked for Premiere Radio Networks as SVP/Ad Sales Marketing and Client Solutions. In her new position at Syfy, Sara will be based at the network’s New York office and will report to Blake Callaway, SVP/Marketing, Brand, Strategic.

Tijuana Entertainment added David Gross as SVP/Development and Angela Solis as Executive in Charge of Production and has elevated Wally Parks to VP/Production. David will manage and direct all creative development for the reality entertainment production company while Angela will oversee daily production for the company’s roster of projects. Wally will continue in his role to supervise all programs produced by Tijuana Entertainment. David and Wally report to Troy Searer and John Foy, the company’s Co-Founders/Executive Producers and Angela reports to Wally Parks.

Michael Burgi joins Canoe Ventures as VP/Communications, coming from Mediaweek where he served as the publication’s Editor-in-Chief. Michael will head communications efforts at Canoe to further brand the company for its owners, consumers and influencers. He will work closely with Dana Runnells, VP/Marketing Communications and report to Vicki Lins, CMO.

Diane Boehme was hired by EBTV, the new entity under Brightlight Pictures Inc. and Essential Pictures, as EVP/Television. Based at EBTV’s newly-opened office in Toronto, Diane is charged with increasing the unit’s slate of projects and promoting the EBTV brand globally.

Later — John
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