A CYNOPSIS MESSAGE FROM INSTITUTE FOR MEDIA AND ENTERTAINMENT

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Cynopsis: Classified Advantage

 

03.16.10

Good morning – it’s Tuesday, March 16, 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.

Are Video Resumes the Next Big Thing?

No.  And let me tell you why.

Video resumes are long, even the short ones, (about one minute) take much more time than the average scan (10-15 seconds) of a written resume.

There is no software that scans and categorizes video resumes as there is with written resumes.  Big companies rely heavily on this software to fill positions.

Video files use a lot more space on computers than written files.  A compressed, one minute video in quicktime is about 6MB, a two page document in Word is about 30KB.  In storage terms, a company can store 204 written resumes for every one video resume.  Now imagine 1000 applicants sending video resumes.  That’s 5.56 gigabytes of hard drive space for one position.

Companies are often wary that video resumes can lead to legal quagmires regarding hiring practices based on appearances.

An embarrassing video resume can often end up in the wrong hands and land on YouTube, as a joke.

Not all people present well on camera, due to poor lighting, camera work, staging or on air personality.  These videos do much more harm than good.

There can be compatibility issues with video formats.

Many email providers will not allow large attachments to be sent.  Your video resume must conform to their rules.

But if you must create a Video Resume, here are some rules:

Dress as if you were on an interview.

Your video resume should be your elevator pitch on camera.

Limit your video resume to one minute.  Remember, a written resume gets about 15 seconds.

Discuss why you are the best person for the job and what needs you will fill for the company.

Look at the camera, never read from a piece of paper.

Do not talk about your personal life, this is for professional information only.

Make sure the audio is pristine.

The first statement you should make is your full name, and it should be the last, with the exception of a thank you.

Have friends view your resume and if anything, ANYTHING is wrong with it, do it again.

Once the video is perfect, upload it to CareerBuilder, Jobster and MyWorkster with a link to your written resume and cover letter.

Talking with a corporate leader, she said about video resumes, “If you are looking to be hired as a graphic artist, news producer, editor, or some other production job, then a video resume can aptly show your talents better than simple words.”

But she cautioned, “In general, someone who’s expertise is not in video production, should probably stay away from video resumes since they are likely to be less comfortable in front of a camera than in an interview. They may also try to make the video memorable, and it does become memorable though for all the wrong reasons.”

There may be a day where video resumes are the standard, but it’s not today.  Currently, video resumes are largely ignored by corporations for the reasons listed above, but if your job entails any type of portfolio, a video resume that shows off your work and your personality can be a useful tool in your search for a job.

Next week: So What Have We Learned?

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] .

I spoke recently with an executive who had a most successful corporate career in the TV business and has since for some years been in more entrepreneurial positions developing projects and new businesses. He wants to get back to a more structured environment but is concerned that having been out of the corporate system for some years might disqualify him. His thought was that corporations are looking for neat fits of people who are currently or have recently been in corporate jobs and that his time outside the fence would disqualify him.

Well it shouldn’ t. Everyone I talk to in big media firms is telling me the same story  and that is of restructuring and rethinking and new business models and fewer people doing the work that used to be done by many … and smaller paychecks. Does that sound right, my corporate friends?

My experience is that people who have grown up in highly structured organizations where everyone knows where they fit into the pecking order, and who has what title and so on, are not always the best people to implement the kinds of changes that are needed to bring media firms up to date. The status quo that corporate employees have long thrived on is dead. That security blanket is no more. In fact things will be in a constant state of flux for the foreseeable future so anyone who works best in a fixed orbit with known parameters will not fare well or be sufficiently effective.

But someone who has not only worked successfully in a corporate environment, yet can also bring first hand experience of an inventive, open and entrepreneurial way of thinking to the table, will be enormously valuable in so many companies today. This combination is something that corporate managers should be looking for.

I suggest to you that if you have this hybrid background, you would do well to frame yourself in those terms: as an entrepreneurial change agent who is excited at the prospect of helping to mold the new media world, yet still able to work collegially within the system.  This combo could be your edge.

So this is a word to corporate hiring executives and to those who aspire to get in there and help reinvent the media business. All experience is good experience. And a candidate with a variety of experience is often a stronger one than the person who has stayed “on track” for their whole career.

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].
 

What should I bring to an interview? I don’t want to bring too much stuff, and yet be prepared for anything.

Bring your portfolio of work if that applies. Bring your sizzle reel or other material that can be left behind. Bring a few copies of your resume. Bring a notebook and pen in case you get any ideas or learn anything that you need to remember. That is about it.

The most important stuff will be in your head: who you are, why you are valuable, your stories that demonstrate this, your knowledge of the company and understanding of their brand, your grasp of what they are looking for. Internalize all this, relax and remember they need you just as much as you need them. And don’t forget to turn your phone off!

If the interviewer doesn’t tell you want to call him/her, should I use their last name? Show confidence and refer to them by their first name? Go formal and use Miss, Mrs. or Ms.? Sir? Ma’am?

For the media business I would avoid anything too formal.  But of course be polite. You should probably enter the room confidently and as you go for the handshake, introduce yourself by your first and last name. Perhaps you’ll get a cue from your interviewer: if they call you by your first name then you can respond in kind.

But really, if there are only two of you in the room, why do you need to use a name at all? They know who you are talking to. I myself find it extremely irritating when people use my name to me in a form like, “I am glad you asked that, Michael.” Or “Let me tell you something, Mr. Pollock.” (Was Dale Carnegie responsible for this?)

So on balance you will most likely get through the whole interview without needing to call them anything. Just keep your mind on being the best person to solve their problem, and try not to fret about the name thing.

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 …

all aspects/phases of production and support of new business presentations  initial requests for proposals, agency capability presentations, final pitches
Presentation Specialist
DraftCB
NYC, NY
http://search4.smartsearchonline.com/draft/jobs/jobdetails.asp?job_number=877

manages change and evaluate risks and assess potential impacts on project delivery
Senior Digital Project Manager
DraftCB
NYC, NY
http://search4.smartsearchonline.com/draft/jobs/jobdetails.asp?job_number=893

work with senior management on global business pitches for launches
Senior Strategic Planner
DraftCB
NYC, NY
http://search4.smartsearchonline.com/draft/jobs/jobdetails.asp?job_number=872

lead in response to digital RFPs including the preparation of Power Point presentations and Excel media plans
Digital Sales Development Manager
Newsweek Inc
NYC, NY
http://www.newsweek.com/id/179857

solicit current and prospective advertising accounts while maintaining accurate sales and sales estimates reports
Online Account Executive
Newsweek Inc
NYC, NY
http://www.newsweek.com/id/179857

analyze and document all data relationships in and between Newsweek systems, and identify issues requiring remediation
Enterprise Architect
Newsweek Inc
NYC, NY
http://www.newsweek.com/id/179857

overall management of assigned account or line of business
Account Director  
DraftCB
NYC, NY
http://search4.smartsearchonline.com/draft/jobs/jobdetails.asp?job_number=858

develop and implement strategic communications plan targeting multiple audiences: Current and prospective clients and employees, industry at large, social media followers, IPG, the industry at large, reporters and bloggers
Associate Director of Communications
DraftCB
NYC, NY
http://search4.smartsearchonline.com/draft/jobs/jobdetails.asp?job_number=894

assist in development of overall product strategy for HBO and Cinemax On Demand – including next-generation UI plans – to drive customer satisfaction and overall HBO retention
Associate Manager, On Demand   116961BR
HBO
NYC, NY
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

oversee production and execution of sometimes complex digital projects (from higher-end microsites to novel video ad products to widgets to rich media overlays and banners)
Director of Digital Production (Digital Fusion)
MTV Networks
NYC, NY
http://www.mtvnetworkscareers.com /

manage digital research projects across all MTVN Kids and Family brands, including Nickelodeon, Nick Jr, TeenNick, Nick at Nite, ParentsConnect, Neopets, Addicting Games, and Shockwave
Manager Digital Research
MTV Networks
NYC, NY
http://www.mtvnetworkscareers.com /

help track and analyze performance of marketing campaigns and coordinate adjustments of messaging and placements as needed
Marketing Manager
Lime Wire
NYC, NY
http://wiki.limewire.org/index.php?title=Marketing_Manager

responsible for coordinating graphics and live event logistics for HBO boxing shows
HBO Sports, Production Associate   116919BR
HBO
NYC, NY
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

evaluate industry trends to assess company performance relative to macro drivers
VP, Investor Relations   4968BR
CBS Corporate
NYC, NY
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

support the sales force by providing data and analysis (from all available sources) for client calls and/or for RFPs for upcoming campaigns on an as needed basis
Market Research Manager CBSi Interactive Music   4643BR
CBS Interactive
NYC, NY
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

support the Integrated Sales Marketing group in identifying and reporting major growth trends in our audiences for our enterprise and cross-property initiatives
Analyst, Strategic Research    1159424
NBC Universal
NYC, NY
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

creative lead in off-air advertising, promotion and marketing, from concept to development, of Oxygen media projects
Senior Print Designer, Oxygen   1158442
NBC Universal
NYC, NY
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

create high profile facets of production and post-production including program promotion, marketing promotion and editorial promotion for Showtimes Original Series
Associate Producer   4928BR
Showtime Networks
NYC, NY
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

provide detailed analyses, reports, presentations, and highlights covering NBCU’s entertainment portfolio  broadcast and cable
Research Analyst, TV Network & Cable Entertainment    1158835
NBC Universal
NYC, NY
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

support the Director of Research in the creation of the reports, analyses and marketing materials produced by the Research Department
Sales Research Analyst, USA and Syfy   1158946
NBC Universal
NYC, NY
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

responsible for monitoring, organizing and distributing top media stories across all of NBCU’s business to leadership council and other executives as appropriate on a daily basis
Corporate Communications Coordinator   1158764
NBC Universal
NYC, NY
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

management of Agent marketing partners and act as liaison between Agent and titles
Associate Marketing Manager – Agency Marketing Group   116887BR
Time Inc.
NYC, NY
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

participate in the planning and execution of Bravo’s upfront campaign, including events, client materials and tools that will impact advertising revenue
Assistant Manager, Trade / Ad Sales Marketing   1131923
NBC Universal
NYC, NY
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

conduct, moderate, and oversee user research across various projects
Research Lead
HUGE
Brooklyn NY
http://www.hugeinc.com/careers/NYC/research-lead

develops adhoc reports for BI reporting prototypes, building multi-dimensional data sources that support what-if analysis and basic data mining
Quantitative Market Research Analyst   4378BR
CBS Interactive
Boston MA
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

develop the strategy and implementation plans for digital media channels, including email marketing campaigns, search-engine marketing and other online advertising
Director of Digital Media   112557BR
Time Inc.
Stamford CT
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

concept and execution of innovative copy for the launch of a new Time Inc. website initiative launching this year
Online Copywriter, SYNAPSE   117001BR
Time Inc.
Stamford CT
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

drive effective off-channel media plans for all NGC/NGW Marketing priorities
Director, Consumer Marketing & Media Strategy (National Geographic Channel)   FNG18235
Fox Cable Networks
Washington DC
http://www.foxcareers.com/jobSearch.html

providing outstanding client serve that becomes the standard of the station and meet specific monthly local revenue goals
Account Executive, Radio Disney   229666
Radio Disney
Charlotte NC
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/index.html

serve as day-to-day liaison with team from Nationwide Insurance, the presenting sponsor of the site
Sr. Site Manager, Digital Partnerships   117007BR
Turner Broadcasting
Atlanta GA
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

dual report assisting VP’s of BD – Multi-Platform Distribution (and broader TNS) in the evaluation of distribution technologies across CE manufactures, Stubs, IP Video Delivery, Game Consoles and Mobile
Director, Business Development   116968BR
Turner Broadcasting
Atlanta GA
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

responsible for all entertainment content on the world’s largest news and information site as well as other digital channels such as mobile and social media
Entertainment Editor   117042BR
Turner Broadcasting
Atlanta GA
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

responsible for implementation of integrated ad sales marketing strategies for advertisers across Telemundo’s multi-channel and multi-platform initiatives
VP, Branded Entertainment – Telemundo Network   1105479
NBC Universal
Hialeah FL
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

create, plan and execute all content and promotion for Telemundo Network’s primetime properties on Telemundo.com
Producer, Digital Media   1158294
NBC Universal
Hialeah FL
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

overall vision and content as well as the day to day operations of the show
Executive Producer, Al Rojo Vivo   1158893
NBC Universal
Hialeah FL
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

Senior Producer of all live event pre-game/halftime/post-game shows/football & basketball shows
Sr. Producer, Live Studio Programming   FNG18482
Big Ten Network
Chicago IL
http://www.foxcareers.com/jobSearch.html

daily monitoring of the Account Executive’s On-line live business. Preparation and revision of proposals/RFP’s to be presented to clients/agencies
Sales Planner   117065BR
Turner Broadcasting
Chicago IL
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

generate revenue to the station and its web/digital product from both traditional and non-traditional prospects in the local market
Account Manager   1158896
NBC Universal
Denver CO
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

work with Product Management to develop key messages and positioning that differentiates your products in the market
Product Marketing Manager   4604BR
CBS Interactive
Portland OR
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

overseeing the timely and accurate processing of all assigned sales orders and workflows for Free Television and Pay Television Media
Assistant Manager, Sales Operations   FFE18752
Fox Filmed Entertainment
Los Angeles CA
http://www.foxcareers.com/jobSearch.html

model “greenlight” P&Ls and related analysis for business affairs
Associate Manager, Deal Analysis   FFE18461
Fox Filmed Entertainment
Los Angeles CA
http://www.foxcareers.com/jobSearch.html

creating and maintaining sales orders and contracts. Tracking and solving discrepancies. Maintaining client awareness of all changes in advertising schedules, availability and programming
Sales Assistant   FNG18612
Fox Networks East Coast
Los Angeles CA
http://www.foxcareers.com/jobSearch.html

supports the Producer with the day-to-day management of a high-profile video games in development with 3rd party developers
Associate Producer   117067BR
Warner Bros. Entertainment Group
Burbank CA
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

provides leadership and drives strategy for News and Content professionals, driving culture of creativity and excellence in a multi-platform environment
Vice President – Content   1158961
NBC Universal
Burbank CA
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

establish strong relationships with new & current clients within your territory and outside your territory where you uncover opportunity
Director Business Development   1158816
NBC Universal
Burbank CA
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

draft, review and negotiate brand integration, advertising and promotional deals with sponsors, and related agreements
Counsel, Legal Affairs   1158917
NBC Universal
Universal City CA
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

manage the sales activities of KCBS Local Account Executives
Local Sales Manager   2446BR
CBS Television Stations
Studio City CA
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

work closely with News Managers, Assignment Editors, as well as Reporters and Anchors to edit, write, produce and gather content on all platforms of NBC Bay Area, including but not limited to broadcast, web and mobile
Multi-Platform Content Producer   1158908
NBC Universal
San Jose CA
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

define marketing requirements for major product initiatives backing into advertising goals and keeping brand and resources in mind
Product Marketing Manager   4662BR
CBS Interactive
San Francisco CA
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

collaborating with Pricing and Sales Management to develop smart, data-driven inventory and pricing strategies
Analyst, Yield Management   4302BR
CBS Interactive
San Francisco CA
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

collaborating with Pricing and Sales Management to develop smart, data-driven inventory and pricing strategies
Senior Analyst, Yield Management   4303BR
CBS Interactive
San Francisco CA
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

own product requirements; serve as voice of customer for product development and engineering
Product Manager/Sr. Product Manager, Direct Marketing Applications   4585BR
CBS Interactive
San Francisco CA
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

strategic oversight of CBS Interactive’s ad platforms including display, video & mobile solutions
VP Ad Operations   4731BR
CBS Interactive
San Francisco CA
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

coordinate deal strategies and execution with senior executive key stakeholders
Director, Business Development for CBS News and Business   4595BR
CBS Interactive
San Francisco CA
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

lead and define business strategy, goals and drive operating priorities across our Entertainment & Lifestyle business portfolio
Director, Business Management Operations   4477BR
CBS Interactive
San Francisco CA
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

develops new prospects and interacts with existing customers to increase sales of CNET Content Solutions’ products and/or services
Inside Sales Representative   4455BR
CBS Interactive
San Francisco CA
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

product definitions need to be pioneered, traditional approaches challenged, and the development process made fluid
Vice President, Product   4789BR
CBS Interactive
San Francisco CA
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

organize and oversee both day-to-day account activities, as well as longer term planning need
Management Supervisor
DraftCB
San Francisco CA
http://search4.smartsearchonline.com/draft/jobs/jobdetails.asp?job_number=848

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JOB OPENING: DIRECTOR, MEDIA AD SALES RESEARCH/NY-Warner Bros. TV Dist: (Syndication) strong analytical and presentation skills. Adept w/Nielsen, Galaxy, Npower, + Simmons. Email: [email protected] RE: UCTC/117019BR  (3/20)

JOB OPENING: DIR, AD SALES MARKETING/PRN/SF: Lead day-to-day, strategy for team that preps custom, client specific persuasive mktg materials for nat’l sales team. 7+ yrs sales mktg digital or brdcst http://jobs-prncorp.icims.com (3/20)

JOB OPENING: DIRECTOR OF SALES, POST-PRODUCTION & DIGITAL MEDIA SOLUTIONS/LA: Lead sales efforts of traditional post-production and digital media solutions. 5 yrs min. exp. req’d.  Apply: www.ascentmedia.com/careers (3/20)

JOB OPENING:  Sr. MANAGER SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING/Showtime/NY: 5yrs exp, develop and manage social media mrktg projects to drive series awareness. Apply at: www.sho.com/site/about/careers.do (3/20)

JOB OPENING:  MANAGER, RETAIL SALES RESEARCH NICK/Viacom CP/NYC: 2+yrs database processing/analysis, Strng CP Analytical exp, Mastery w/Excel, Nielsen/IRI/Walmart Retail Link A+ EOE/M/F/D/AAP. Apply www.mtvnetworkscareers.com (3/20)

JOB OPENING: VP OFF-CHANNEL COMMUNICATIONS/ Nickelodeon /NYC: 10+yrs PR exp, Strng Nat’l/Trade Press Relations, Stng exp CP/Digi/TV & Business, Strng Corporate Comm exp, Strng Writ/Pitch skills Apply www.mtvnetworkscareers.com (3/20)

JOB OPENING:  ABC Family/NY: VP AD SALES MKTG: Oversee ad sales mktg dept, dvlpmt & exec of intgrtd client promos, dev sales collateral/presentations Conduit betw sales & internal dept 10+ yrs exp www.disneycareers.com # 232482   (3/20)

JOB OPENING: VP SERIES DEVELOPMENT REALITY/MTV/LA: 7+ yrs exp TV Prod &/or Dev; Exp w/reality based programming  all formats; EOE/M/F/D/AAP www.mtvnetworkscareers.com (3/19)

JOB OPENING: DIRECTOR, SERIES DEVELOPMENT-REALITY/MTV/NYC: 5+ yrs exp TV Prod &/or Dev; Exp w/reality based programming  all formats; EOE/M/F/D/AAP www.mtvnetworkscareers.com (3/19)

JOB OPENING: ANALYST, SALES PLAN’G/MTVN/NYC: Support Content Dist & Mktg Finance team; Prepare rev budgets & forecasts; Provide finan’l analysis & advice on new deals & growth strategies. 2-3yrs exp. Apply: www.mtvnetworkscareers.com (3/18)

JOB OPENING: ACCT MGR/Petry Media/Chicago: Sell commercial time on multiple cable networks & new products. 3 + yrs ad sales exp. Cable, broadcast, direct sales prefer. Travel as required. Apply: [email protected] (3/18)

JOB OPENING: DIR, DOMESTIC PRGRM DIST/HBO/NYC: Sell HBO Prgrmng – license films, movies, series & stand-up comedy to brdcstrs/cable ntwrks. Min 5 yrs sales exp. & travel 25%. Apply www.timewarner.com/corp/careers – 116999BR (3/18)

JOB OPENING: PROD MGR/(WEtv)/NY: Oversees day-to-day prod ops. Responsible for reviewing& negotiating prod line-by-line budgets, schedules, cost reports& prod logistics.Min. 5 yr exp. Ref# at www.cablevision.jobs Ref: 10858BR  (3/18)

JOB OPENING: NBC Universal/NY: Oxygen Media is looking for a DIRECTOR OF STRATEGIC PROGRAM PLANNING, SCHEDULING & ACQUISITIONS . Go to www.nbcunicareers.com and search for job # 1155620 (3/17)

JOB OPENING: ACCT MGR DIRECT RESPONSE-BET NETWORKS/NY: Bachelor Degree, 5+yrs exp. in advertising industry, knowledge of broadcast cable/DR industry, strong mathematical & interpersonal skills. resume: [email protected] (3/17)

JOB OPENING: BIZ DEV. SPECIALIST (NY Entertainment Ad Agency): Needed to line up print/web/online PR campaigns for agency. Position is initially by contract–but open to full time at a later date. Reply to [email protected] (3/17)

JOB OPENING: VP, YIELD MANAGEMENT & ADVERTISING OPERATIONS/ NY: Act as liaison for advrtsng sales mngmnt in plan’g & executing advertising sales strategy & key business proj’s. Apply: http://www.jobvite.com/j/?cj=oLlhVfw2&s=Cynopsis (3/17)

JOB OPENING:  VP, COMMUNICATIONS (iVillage/NBCU/NY): Devel & lead creative communications (incld iVillage editrl content & business wins). BA, exp in media industry, & 8 yrs exp in Comm/Publicity www.nbcunicareers.com #1154745 (3/16)

JOB OPENING: DIRECTOR, BUSINESS & LEGAL AFFAIRS  (Film/NBCU/LA): Provide business & legal support for Partnerships & Lic. Grp. JD, CA Bar, 3+ yrs exp, exp w/ cpyrght, intel prop, & corp transactns. www.nbcunicareers.com #1154764 4 (3/16)

JOB OPENING: SHOW RUNNER/NorCal ProdCo:  Home makeover reality series. 5+ yrs management, script & edit supervision. Team player, can-do attitude. Apply: [email protected] (3/16)

JOB OPENING: EXECUTIVE PRODUCER/National Geographic Television, internal production arm to the National Geographic Society/Washington, DC. Apply: www.nationalgeographic.com Search (#4116) EOE (3/16)

JOB OPENING: SR ACCT EXEC/ElectricArtists/NY: Online mktg, PR, social media & promo initiatives. Expert ideation & project mgt 5-8+ yrs mktg, project mgt, PR. Online media, TV, or major consum brand. . [email protected] (3/16)

JOB OPENING: RSRCH MGR/DIG AD SLS/NYC/BBC: give insight on traffic patterns, track perf, monitor mrkt & industry trends, comm w/ vendors. High level strat & independent prjct mngmnt. 4+ yrs exp. www.bbcamerica.com/employment.jsp (3/16)

JOB OPENING: FREELANCE WEB PROD/WRITER/CNBC: Prod high-qual/timely/innovative content for CNBC Editorial & Dvlpmnt teams. 4+ yrs exp writing, prod, and/or editing in News or Internet field. Res/cover with WEB PROD as subject line to: [email protected] (3/16)

JOB OPENING:  MARKETING MANAGER/COOKING CHANNEL/ NY: manage integrated mktg, promo, partnerships & advertising for Food Network sister brand. 5-7 yrs. TV consumer mktg is preferred. Apply: www.scrippsnetworks.com, job #1316  (3/20)

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: AD SALES/NBCU,LA:Summer Interns needed for the West Coast National Ad Sales office of NBC Universal for both the Network and Cable sales teams. [email protected]   (3/20)

Haryaty Abdul Rahman joins FremantleMedia Enterprises (FME) in the newly-created position of Director/Sales, Asia, effective immediately. Haryaty will be in charge of the daily operations of the distribution and home entertainment divisions in certain markets in Asia. Based in Singapore, Haryaty will report to Ganesh Rajaram, SVP/International Distribution and Home Entertainment, Asia.

MediaCom hired Sarah Leach in the new role as Managing Partner/Director of Strategy with MediaCom US. Sarah will manage the company’s communications and strategic planning division, working closely with Jeff Totaro, Director/Strategy, MediaCom North America. Sarah will report to Euan Jarvie, COO, MediaCom US.

Dawn Rowan was named Director/Communications with NBC Local Media New York, effective immediately. Dawn will oversee the creation, strategy and implementation of all communications and public relations activities for WNBC, NBCNewYork.com and NY NonStop among other outlets under NBC Local Media NY. Dawn replaces Anna Carbonell in this position who recently retired.

The Weather Channel Companies (TWCC) appointed Sylvia Taylor as EVP/Human Resources. Sylvia reports to Jerry Elliott, CFO and Chief Administrative Officer, TWCC and is based at company headquarters in Atlanta.

MTV Networks International (MTVNI) elevated Philip Bourchier O’Ferrall to SVP/Digital Media, MTVNI. Philip will spearhead the company’s Digital Media business across all multi-platforms and will oversee the overall digital media strategy. He will also continue to head the digital media teams in the UK, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand. Philip will report to Robert Bakish, President, MTVNI in New York and Heather Jones, EVP/Director of Television, MTV Networks UK.

Ann Casey was promoted Director/Broadcast Metrics with Tribune Broadcasting, effective immediately. Ann will head the shared research for Tribune’s 23 television stations. Additionally, Ann will be part of the internal team providing research and metrics analysis to the company at large.

Kim Morris advanced to EVP/Advanced Advertising Strategy and Operations with Rainbow Advertising Sales Corp. In this new position, Kim will be involved with developing and implementing business and operational strategies for advanced advertising products created through Cablevision’s advanced technology and platforms. Kim will work closely with the company’s product development teams and other third party technology partners.

MTV tapped Randy Sosin as SVP/Talent Development and Programming where he will develop new and existing relationships with talent across multi-genres including music, comedy, celebrity, film and television to benefit the MTV brand. Based at MTV’s Santa Monica office, Randy will report to Tony DiSanto, President/Programming, MTV.

Everwell TV, airing in doctors’ waiting rooms nationwide, hired Sean Kelley as Online Content Manager for the network’s consumer website Everwell.com. Previously, Sean was with Time Inc. where he served as Senior Editor and helped re-launch Health.com.

Meg Lavigne was named VP/Sales and Strategy with Litton News Source. Meg will supervise and sell current news product in addition to developing new business for the News Source unit. Litton News Source’s current produce list includes Consumer Reports and Good Housekeeping Reports among other titles. Most recently, Meg was VP/GM at WUPA/Atlanta, the CBS O&O television station.

Michelle Stuart was upped to VP/Marketing with Bright House Networks for the Tampa Bay Division. In her new role, Michelle will oversee all marketing efforts for the company’s operations in the Tampa Bay area. Michelle will report directly to Michael Robertson, Division President.

TVGuide.com named Christy Tanner as GM, where she will be responsible for the site’s overall strategy and daily operations. Christy joined TVGuide.com in 2006 and most recently served as VP/Marketing and Editor-in-Chief. Additionally, TVGuide.com upped Sasha Eysymontt as SVP/Engineering; Brandon DiMassa as SVP/Business Development; and Kirsten Rasanen as SVP/Product Development.

MTV added Jordan Berman as SVP/Integrated Marketing to head the strategic creation and implementation of new and traditional marketing integrations for MTV’s various brands, MTV, MTV2, mtv.com, mtvU and MTV Mobile. Jordan will report to Stephen Friedman, GM, MTV and Dan Lovinger, SVP/Integrated Marketing and Sales, MTV.

Luis Silberwasser was hired to the new position of International Head/Content for Discovery Networks International (DNI). Luis will be charged to increase DNI’s ratings results across the company’s worldwide channel roster of 100+ networks in more than 180 countries. He will report to Mark Hollinger, President/CEO, DNI.

Tripp Dixon is the new VP/Creative Services at VERSUS, joining from HBO Sports where he was Creative Director. VERSUS also promoted Meier Raivich to VP/Communications up from Senior Director/Public Relations; Michael Perman to Senior Director/Program Planning and Acquisitions up from Director/Program Planning and Scheduling; and Anne Ford to Senior Marketing Manager up from Advertising Manager. Meier is based at VERSUS’ office in New York while Tripp, Michael and Anne are all based at the network’s Philadelphia headquarters.

Cartoon Network bumped Josh Feldman to SVP/Ad Sales where he will manage client relations for the on-air and new media platforms for Cartoon Network and Adult Swim. Previously, Josh served as VP/New York Sales Manager for both networks. He will now oversee the Cartoon Network national sales offices in Atlanta, Chicago, Detroit and Los Angeles. Based in New York, Josh reports to John O’Hara, EVP/GSM, Cartoon Network and Adult Swim Ad Sales and Marketing.

Later — John
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