Cynopsis: Classified Advantage
03.20.12

Good morning. It’s Tuesday, March 20, 2012, and this is your weekly issue of Cynopsis: Classified Advantage!

Be like Apple

I worked for Apple for just over a year, I applied there because I loved their products.  Once I was hired, I was floored by the training Apple gave me.

In other jobs I had, training always started with “let’s not kid ourselves, this job is about making money for the company.”  Fine, I get it, and expected it at Apple too, after all, they are a business.

But I was never told about making money for the company, or you can only spend so much time with a customer then cut them loose.  In fact, Apple encouraged employees to take as much time as the customer needed, never rush them. Managers never asked about sales, only if we answered all the questions people had about our products.  That’s it.

I came to realize the Apple had so much confidence in their products, they didn’t need to “sell” them, they just needed to inform the customers about them.  I left the company five years ago but to this day, their philosophy is the same.  Never sell, just inform, because their products are just that good.

On your next interview, be like Apple, have the confidence in your skill set, have confidence that you are the right person, the best person for the job; and don’t hard sell. 

Confidence will get you the job, hard sells are for people who came in second.

Next Issue: Things that Interviewers do to Make You Nervous

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].

You know how when you discover a new company you head for the About page to see what sets them apart?   Typically you are told confidently how “We do it right”, “We love what we do”,  “We care passionately about quality”,  “We are state of the art”, “We listen to our clients/customers.”  And so on.  About pages are full of worthy and unquestionable virtues. 

But where this falls down is when everything claimed is indistinguishable from what everyone else in the field is claiming.  Which is often.
This whole system of thinking applies equally to the resumes of individuals. 

Put yourself in the mind of a potential hirer who sees that everyone says the same things about their passion for excellence, their ability to see the big picture while at the same time sweating the details, blah blah.  They are stymied. Then they read that the candidate has led teams and managed budgets and made schedules.  But so did all the others; aren’t these just the price of entry for that job title?  How to make a choice?  The “passion for excellence” language has been neutralized.

Aha you say  but they will look at my portfolio and immediately see that my casting and editing is better, that the obsessive kerning makes the words sing, how elegant are my designs, and so on.  I am sorry to tell you, but once you pass a certain level of professionalism, most clients can’t see the nuances that you see.  They look at the work and at your client list and they go, “that’s nice  they can probably do my job.  But so can these 10 other people, so how should I decide?” 

Many very talented people such as yourself are thinking, “Hey, I sent them my resume  but no response.  What gives?”  But your success depends on more than just waving your hand in the air  you have to show how very special you are.  And this separating yourself involves a combination of a deep understanding of your own particular successes with an insightful understanding of the ecosystem you are working in.  Learn what you can about others in your position so you know what you are distinguishing yourself from.  Figure out what in particular the hirer is looking for  that takes an understanding of their business and the executives involved that goes way beyond the written job description.

All of this means you have to get beyond the worthy claims that have become just the minimum requirements, so that you can clearly show how you yourself are different and special and relevant for this particular situation  and only then will you be just what the doctor ordered. 

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, journalism, 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.

How early is too early to show up for an interview, and is it bad to be right on time?

Being right on time is not bad if that is what you can manage, but I recommend aiming to show up a few minutes ahead of time.  This does a number of good things.  It allows you not to stress about the possibility of being late. 

It gives you a bumper for finding a parking space, getting through building security lines or waiting interminably for an elevator.  It gives you a breather to acclimatize yourself to the environment and make sure your hair is in order or use the bathroom. 

It gives you a moment to chat with the receptionist and make a friend  not a bad idea as this also lets you make sure your voice and brain are in gear.

So while you don’t want to be seen hanging around for more than a few minutes, these few minutes can ensure that you walk into that interview in complete command of yourself and the situation.  Good luck.

Should the interviewee ever attempt to end an interview as opposed to the interviewer? (Assuming they still want the job) If so, how?

The interviewer should feel in control, so it should be up to them to bring the proceedings to an end when they feel they have learned what they need. If you feel that the interviewer has run out of steam and might be grateful for help in bringing things to a conclusion, here are a couple of things to work with. 

You could indicate subtly that you thought they must be finished with their questioning by asking a thoughtful question of your own.  Or you could ask if there is anything else that the interviewer would like you to tell them.  But do try and let them feel that they still have control.

If you don’t want the job then it doesn’t matter.  I remember being interviewed at the BBC, and when the job had been described in greater detail I burst out with “Why do you think anyone would want this job?”  That ended things quite effectively.

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lead the scoping, definition, and development of next-generation interactive mobile and tablet applications to teach math and literacy skills to children
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create digital assets, both animated and still, for our apps
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manage 1 to 3 Senior Media Planners and/or Media Planners and Assistant Media Planners
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managing client relationships, business needs assessments, search engine marketing efforts and client-level P&L for largest clients
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managing public relations campaigns and activities for CENTRIC’s original and acquired programming, promotional and brand-extension initiatives and live events/tours
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build and manage a team that provides outstanding service to agency trading desks, independent trading desks, and direct marketers
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responsible for building and managing the team of technical staff who service our strategic partnerships
Director/Manager of Services, Platform Group
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build and manage the AppNexus Presales team
Manager/Director Pre-Sales Engineering
AppNexus
NYC NY
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responsible for managing complex programs for our strategic accounts, including qualification, design, development, production, and commercialization
Program Manager
AppNexus
NYC NY
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review, draft and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements
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AppNexus
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leads product development for the AppNexus Platform, including the recently launched AppNexus App Marketplace, new ad formats, and integrations with global partners
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lead a team of Account Executives and Account Managers to exceed revenue quota by acting as an escalation point and fostering a culture of knowledge sharing within the organization
Director of Performance Sales, Global
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responsible for formatting programs as well as identifying potential technical and compliance issues
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manage and motivate in-house team of developers
VP of Technology, Bravo Digital Media   1718BR
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NYC NY
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brainstorm new ideas for sales opportunities within Oxygen Live and other emerging platforms
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lead the process, presentation and distribution of the networks’ sales estimates and forecasts; collaborate with CFO, VP of Ad Sales Research, programming research and scheduling teams to establish best practices
Director Ad Sales Research  Style & Sprout   4976BR
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delivery and execution of strategic MTVN Ad Sales products and custom executions that exists within the group
Director Ad Sales Technology
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conduct media outreach, maintain ongoing relationships with reporters, and satisfy informational, interview, fact-checking, and other press requests
Manager, Corporate Communications
MTV Networks
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manage the production process of digital advertiser sponsorships and custom programs from insertion order receipt to program launch
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strategic planning process for the mobile and emerging platforms facet of our business across MTV, VH1, CMT, Logo, Hive, Meter, NextMovie and future properties
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manage the audience analytics/ad effectiveness-focused research team across the Viacom Media Networks digital brands
Director/Sr Director Digital Ad Sales Research
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lead efforts on the design end-user functionality in support of Discovery Digital Media’s mobile apps and web, including video, advertising, and other digital content
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NYC NY
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uses the DART adverting delivery system to upload all creatives sent to us via the client in a timely and accurate manner
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BBC America
NYC NY
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Director, Digital Distribution and Business Development
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support a research program that includes a suite of custom qualitative, quantitative, and syndicated studies for BBCWA across its various businesses
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BBC America
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growth in the Digital Distribution business necessitates more structured and consistent data analysis and reporting
Senior Analyst, Consumer Insights and Corporate Research
BBC America
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responsible for conceptualizing, writing, and producingcontent for Creative Services projects
Writer/Producer
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responsible for negotiating and selling advertising and marketing solutions for the cable TV network and various multi-platform assets
Director, Ad Sales   11225BR
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develop the strategic positioning, determine the target audience, and establish marketing objectives and strategies for 8-10 major original programming initiatives per year
Director Program Marketing & Advertising   11223BR
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NYC NY
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producing top level presentation materials for internal and external presentations
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develop and implement personalized video products for WatchESPN and ESPN3
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Primary Content Rights and Clearance Analyst for music, footage & photo clearances for the Production, Programming and Digital Groups, Creative Services, and related cross-platform brand extensions
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provide timely insight on revenue and strategic perspective on what is likely to occur going forward
Director/Sr. Director Revenue Analysis   132
BET Networks
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meet regularly with digital partners to identify and implement content strategy and manage day-to-day issues as they arise
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management of the corporate global transfer pricing function
Manager – Global Transfer Pricing   5407
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partner with boundary partners to define quality elements in alignment with customer experience goals
Manager Customer Care, Quality and Customer Escalations   39746
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Atlanta GA
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develops and supports custom built applications that manage the rights and scheduling for Turner s programming content
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provide support to the global TP&R segment Longview Khalix user community  including Forecast and Planning, Cash Flow and Bolt
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Lake Buena Vista FL
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Minnetonka MN
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develop and maintain Daily/Weekly/Monthly/Quarterly reporting for select Managed Affiliate Programs
Program Analyst – Affiliiate   2012-1425
Digital River
Minnetonka MN
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Digital River
Minnetonka MN
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configure and implement paid search campaigns using search engine interfaces
Search Marketing Analyst   2012-1418
Digital River
Minnetonka MN
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leading the strategy behind each specific paid search campaign by providing budget estimates, competitive analysis information, and insight into the category
Lead Account Manager, Search   10639
Razorfish
Chicago IL
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work with the pursuit team to complete RFP’s project scoping, sizings and pricing estimates
Program Manager   10771
Razorfish
Chicago IL
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drive the strategy and execution of a robust lead generation marketing plan to deliver a qualified pipeline of leads for the Sales organization
Senior Marketing Manager
Vibes
Chicago IL
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own marketing strategy and execution to secure and maintain position as the most recognizable and highly regarded mobile CRM provider in the industry
VP of Marketing
Vibes
Chicago IL
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oversee management of short code inventory, including current allocation as well as purchasing, adding and activating new inventory onto wireless carrier networks
Project Manager – Business Operations
Vibes
Chicago IL
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provide guidance and effective leadership to a team of developers in an innovative and fast-paced environment
Technology Lead, Mobile Solutions Group
Vibes
Chicago IL
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drive revenue through the development and execution of effective sales strategy, sales process and closing of new business contracts for mobile marketing solutions & platform sales
Group Sales Director, Mobile Solutions- Central Region
Vibes
Chicago IL
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taking a leadership role in developing transactional, informational, and marketing websites
Associate Experience Director   10782
Razorfish
Austin TX
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be a subject matter expert for the team regarding technology advances and industry best practices related to Internet, online, and application and system architectures
Senior Programmer   26892BR
Walt Disney Corporation
Salt Lake City UT
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lead by influencing creative, development and test teams to define project vision, create detailed designs, and set schedules
Lead Producer   043BR
Walt Disney Corporation
Redmond WA
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partners directly with Sales and Sales Services with a sole focus on working one-on-one with top segment clients to develop customized marketing strategies and solutions to grow and protect revenue within the top segments of the client base in the market
Marketing Strategist   39742
Cox Careers
Las Vegas NV
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work with the VP Communications (LA) and Head of Comms for Brands, Audiences & New Ventures (UK) to research, create and implement a corporate communications strategy for the business
Sr. Publicity Manager – Digital Entertainment & Games
BBC America
Los Angeles CA
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work with Engineers, Product Managers, Content Authors, Producers, and Marketing Managers to deliver site content and products on time and with high quality
Project Manager   11203BR
CBS Corporation
Los Angeles CA
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lead the development of all Hulu sponsorships and promotions while complimenting our content offering, innovative ad products, and clean user experience
Advertising Solutions Promotions Manager
Hulu
Los Angeles CA
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increase awareness and viewership of shows using various marketing channels
Content Marketing Manager
Hulu
Los Angeles CA
http://www.hulu.com/jobs

oversee design in the creative services department and set the artistic vision for the team
Creative Director, Advertising
Hulu
Los Angeles CA
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collaborate with designers, developers, marketing and product managers to understand digital production needs and manage your work queue
Digital Production Artist
Hulu
Los Angeles CA
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manage the email campaign process full-circle, from definition, development, deployment, and reporting to optimizing
Email Marketing Manager
Hulu
Los Angeles CA
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preparing and sometimes building weekly, monthly and quarterly metrics reporting packages for management
Financial Analyst – Content
Hulu
Los Angeles CA
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work with Hulu Marketing team to define goals and tailor the message
Senior Interactive Designer
Hulu
Los Angeles CA
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design tools to aid in the analysis and consumption of big data
Technical Program Manager – Analytics
Hulu
Los Angeles CA
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primary blogger for our Fandango Freshly Popped Movie Blog and will write/publish approximately 3  4 daily blog posts covering the latest movie news and updates, movie trends and Fandango/studio promotions
Blogger / Content Operations Editor   4992BR
NBCUniversal
Los Angeles CA
http://www.nbcunicareers.com/

manages the feed scheduling and communicates needs directly with engineering staff
Sr. Resource Scheduler   FNG0001060
Fox Networks
Los Angeles CA
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perform monthly close activity related to marketing including journal entries and accruals, prepare cross-divisional chargebacks and third-party billings, and prepare account reconciliations
Manager, Finance   FNG0001046
Fox Networks
Los Angeles CA
http://www.foxcareers.com/#/home

writing copy for advertising and promotions; producing marketing content, show launch promotions and advertising; graphic design or direction of graphic designers
Special Ops Writer/Producer   FNG0001061
Fox Networks
Los Angeles CA
http://www.foxcareers.com/#/home

oversees music supervision on televised events, interfaces with the production teams, identifies talent for music used in programs and projects
VP, Fox Sports Music    FNG0001056
Fox Networks
Los Angeles CA
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launch new scripted series team in Production and Development Department
Sr. Director of Scripted Development
MTV Networks
Los Angeles CA
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structure, negotiate and document agreements for “above-the-line” talent in all aspects of TV including movies, pilot/series
Executive Director – Business Affairs Disney Channel   32050BR
Walt Disney Corporation
Burbank CA
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/who.html

responsible for performing analysis with respect to a particular business segment of the Company
Financial Analyst, Operations Planning & Analysis (OPA)   32853BR
Walt Disney Corporation
Burbank CA
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build complex financial models, ROI analysis, DCF valuations, model revenue streams with input from the Finance team, international finance and Ad Sales
Senior Analyst – Strategy Planning & Development   32962BR
Walt Disney Corporation
Burbank CA
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/who.html

strategize and create custom sales promotions for advertising partners on adult swim
Sr. Writer/Producer
Turner Broadcasting
Burbank CA
http://www.turner.com/careers#/careers/job-search

creates financial models and P&Ls to forecast revenue, expenses, and profits for all distributed products
Senior Financial Analyst – Animation and DTV   33130BR
Walt Disney Corporation
Burbank CA
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/who.html

assist in the coordination and preparation of forecasts, Annual Operating Plans and Five Year Plans
Senior Financial Analyst – ABC Cable Finance   31738BR
Walt Disney Corporation
Burbank CA
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responsible for supervising kids’ series, movies, and online content for Disney Channel, Disney Junior, and Disney XD Standards and Practices
Director Standards and Practices   10437BR
Walt Disney Corporation
Burbank CA
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/who.html

structure, negotiate and document agreements for “above-the-line” talent in all aspects of TV including movies, pilot/series
Executive Director – Business Affairs   9404BR
Walt Disney Corporation
Burbank CA
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/who.html

overall responsibility for the KNBC News operation and the production of news across all NBC4 broadcast and digital platforms
VP, News   4844BR
NBCUniversal
Burbank CA
http://www.nbcunicareers.com/

find and pitch new material to senior management
VP, Development USA Network Original Series   4977BR
NBCUniversal
Universal City CA
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build and update quarterly ultimate reports using the international distribution sales forecasting system and the international sub-ledger
Senior Financial Analyst,TV Ultimates and Costs   4975BR
NBCUniversal
Universal City CA
http://www.nbcunicareers.com/

build, maintain and grow relationships with senior and /or executive level business unit partners
Sr Mgr, Social Strategy   31903BR
Walt Disney Corporation
North Hollywood CA
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identify outstanding digital comedy programming (sketch, episodic series, standup…)
Manager, Digital Development
MTV Networks
Santa Monica CA
http://www.mtvnetworkscareers.com/jobs-at-mtv-networks/

a hybrid role consisting of three main groups of responsibilities: Administrative, Sales Support, and Account Management
Sales Service Executive
MTV Networks
Santa Monica CA
http://www.mtvnetworkscareers.com/jobs-at-mtv-networks/

develop pilots and launch new primetime scripted series and movies
Manager, Vh1 Development
MTV Networks
Santa Monica CA
http://www.mtvnetworkscareers.com/jobs-at-mtv-networks/

manage and train Producers on your game title by fostering a metrics driven culture of game design
Senior Producer   32775BR
Walt Disney Corporation
Solana Beach CA
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/who.html

coordinate trademark (TM) clearance process, working closely with BU to ascertain the scope of the proposed use of each TM and acting as a conduit for requests in order to inform and target Legal’s search
Trademark Coordinator, Business Affairs   33094BR
Walt Disney Corporation
Glendale CA
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/who.html

create station promotional campaigns consistent with overall voice and tone of the station image
Brand Director   4971BR
NBCUniversal
San Jose CA
http://www.nbcunicareers.com/

encourage the supervisors, planners, and buyers in building first class online and offline media campaigns to achieve client objectives
Associate Media Director
Organic
San Francisco CA
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ORGANIC&cws=1&rid=5294

responsible for creating tactical solutions for Internet and multimedia project strategies
Senior Experience Architect
Organic
San Francisco CA
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ORGANIC&cws=1&rid=5147

overall responsibility for a client or multiple clients
SVP, Engagement Management
Organic
San Francisco CA
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ORGANIC&cws=1&rid=5304

responsible for integration of promotions/events online and will work with Director on process that includes: promotion of and post recaps online
Marketing Affiliate Assistant-Comcast SportsNet  4706BR
NBCUniversal
San Francisco CA
http://www.nbcunicareers.com/

responsible for executing a wide range of initiatives  from managing revenue partners both internal and external, to expanding SMS activity across multiple Business Units, and taking lead on forecasting and revenue projections
Mobile Partner Manager   10715BR
CBS Corporation
San Francisco CA
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

JOB OPENING: SR MGR/Latitude/BOS: Join innovative media and tech rsrch firm rsrch/consulting expertise, project mg. skills, proposal dvlpmnt, 4+ yrs relevant exp & 4 yr deg. See: http://latd.com/clients-us/#jobs Apply: [email protected] (3/24)

JOB OPENING: SALES SERVICE EXEC/MLB.com/CHI or LA: Looking for two Sales Service Executives to join our team! 3-5 yrs agency and/or digital sales exp. Full info/apply: www.mlb.com/careers (3/24)

JOB OPENING: SCHEDULING MANAGER/WE tv/NYC: research/analyze competitive data, create monthly VOD schedule, strategic scheduling Resumes to: [email protected] (3/23)

JOB OPENING: LIFESTYLE PROD & AP/NYC: Exp’d for 1/2 hr talk/make-over show. Must have strong writing skills and must be able to think outside the norm.  Resume must incl email/phone. Send to: [email protected] (3/23)

JOB OPENING: DIR AD SALES MKTG/HGTV-DIY/NYC: Create sponsorship proposals, mng prtnrshp relationships, dvlp integ & talent related plans & proactive sponsorship campaigns. Info: http://www.scrippsnetworks.com # 2939 (3/22)

JOB OPENING: COORD AD SALES MKTG/HGTV-DIY/NYC: 2-3+yrs Mktg/Sales. Detailed support of Ad Sales sponsorships. Must be detail oriented with excellent communication skills and event exp. Info: http://www.scrippsnetworks.com # 2940 (3/22)

JOB OPENING: SALES PLANNER/TV Guide/LA: 2+ yrs digital exp. Plan/execute online media plans, wrk w/mktg to devlp client presentations, monitor campaign delivery & deliver superior custmr service to clients.  [email protected] (3/22)
 
JOB OPENING: MEDIA RESCH ANLST/OUTDOOR CHANNEL/Temecula,CA: Conduct media resch; create detaild repts, chrts, tbls, grphs; Self-starter, proactiv, media degree/exp prefd; Apply at www.outdoorchannel.com/Employment (3/22)

JOB OPENING: ACCT EXEC/FoxSports/NY: Rsrch businesses/advertisers, present benefits of Fox Networks, monitor sold schedules. Bachelors +3yrs exp. Strong knowledge of media industry & sales. Apply @ www.foxcareers.com, FNG0001005 (3/22)

JOB OPENING: REGIONAL SCRIPT DVLPMNT EXEC/HBO Central Europe: Based Budapest, Hungary. Identify/dvlp winning fict projects, original & format. Track record in episodic fiction series. Apply: careers.timewarner.com (3/21)

JOB OPENING: ACCT EXEC/MLS Digital Properties/NY: to sell advertising & sponsorship opportunities from SUM’s portfolio of dig. media assets. 3+yrs online advertising sales exp. Team player a must BA deg. Email: [email protected] (3/21)

JOB OPENING: CONSUMER MRKTNG COORD/WEtv/NYC: Manage brand assets, write briefs, help execute campaigns, knowledge of tv formats and digital. 1+ yrs exp in TV a must. Apply: [email protected] (3/21)

JOB OPENING: EXP PROD ASST/On-Air PROMOS/NY: Assist producers, coord footage, logging, dub requests, QCing, maintain library. Req: Strong orgnztnl/comm skills, multi-task in fast paced envir Apply: [email protected] (3/21)

JOB OPENING: MGR PR/Sportsman Channel/WI or NY: Mng national, regional and local public relations initiatives. BS/BA deg & 6+ yrs exp w cable network. Full info/apply: www.thesportsmanchannel.com (3/21)

JOB OPENING: TRAFFIC/Media Advert Agcy/Mahwah NJ: seeking indiv with traffic/clearance exp to manage all aspects of clearing/trafficking commercials. Computer/comm skills a must. Apply/info at [email protected] (3/21)

JOB OPENING: CFO, DAILYCANDY/NBCU/NYC: 15+yrs Corp. Finance/Accounting exp., Exp w/in Digital Industry, Exp w/E-Commerce, Strong Finance Planning/Analysis skills, Apply: www.nbcunicareers.com Job# 4854BR, EOE/M/F/D/AAP (3/21)

JOB OPENING: SR DIR ADVANCED MEDIA/COMCAST/PHL: Resp for maximizing and providing strategic direction for Advanced Media opps & other cross-platform sales efforts. BA deg pref’d. www.ecentralmetrics.com/url/?u=2630954837-73 (3/21)

JOB OPENING: SALES OPS ASST TEMP/TV ONE/NY: Copy & order entry, data validation entry; crspond w/clnts. Attn detail MS Suite min 2 yrs office exp req’d. Brdway Sys; Ad Sales/Sales exp a+; Sal $22 per hr. Visit www.tvone.tv (3/21)

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: CBS TV Stations/NY: Seeking intern in STRATEGIC MKTG to support biz dev/ad sales efforts. Detail-oriented and thrives in fast-paced environment. Must receive academic credit. Send res/cov. ltr to [email protected] (3/24)

Christophe Cauvy was tapped by JWT in the newly-minted role as European Head/Digital and Innovation.  Christophe will further expand JWT’s digital presence in Europe.  Previously, Christophe was with Momentum Worldwide, London where he worked as SVP/Reg, ,, i, onal Director of Innovation for Europe, Middle East and Africa.

Alex Duda was tapped as Executive Producer for the new nationally syndicated talk show Steve Harvey.  The new one-hour daytime show debuts this fall produced by Endemol USA and production is based at WMAQ/NBC 5 studios in Chicago.  Alex has won three Emmy Awards and is currently EP on The Style Network’s series Jerseylicious and its spinoff series Glam Fairy. 

Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc (MSLO) appointed Laura Petasnick as VP/Integrated Sales for Martha Stewart Living, the company’s flagship brand.  In her new position, Laura is charged with developing integrated programs for Martha Stewart Living and she reports to Peter Medwid, Publisher, Martha Stewart Living.  Before taking on this role at MSLO, Larua with Rodale where she served as Publisher of Prevention and Prevention.com.

Katz Television Group elevated Leo MacCourtney and Craig Broitman as Co-Presidents.  The duo will spearhead the division’s focus on innovation and business development all the while managing teams dedicated to offering the highest level of service to broadcast groups. 

A newly-created position of VP/Scripted Development and Production was handed to Andrew Wang by Bravo Media.  Andrew will supervise the development and production of scripted pilots and series.  He will also be the main contact between Bravo and the scripted community.  Based in Los Angeles, Andrew will report to Eli Lehrer, VP/Development and Original Programming for Bravo.  Prior to this appointment, Andrew was VP/TV Development and Production at Alloy Entertainment. 

Effective immediately, Yvette Kanouff takes on the new role as EVP/Engineering, Software Design at Cablevision Systems Corporation.  Yvette will report dually to Wilt Hildenbrand, Senior Advisor/Engineering and Technology and James A. Blackley, EVP/Corporate Engineering and Technology.

Univision Communications Inc. upped 16-year company veteran Luis de la Parra to SVP for the company’s new Innovation Marketing Team (IMT), a new integrated consumer engagement group created to expand the company’s capability to develop multi-platform, integrated marketing programs.  Additionally, Mark Gonzalez was added as VP/Creative Director for the IMT and Laura Molen was named EVP/Network Sales, effective immediately.  Laura succeeds Maelia Macin who is departing the company after 20 years to move to Houston to spend more time with her family.  Laura will continue to be based in New York, reporting to David Lawenda, President/Adverting Sales and Marketing, Univision Communications, Inc.

Patrick Stinson was employed by REELZCHANNEL as a Correspondent.  Patrick is currently a reporter for the network’s show Hollywood Dailies.

Eric Emshoff was upped to Director/Central Region with Outcast Network, the gas station television network.   Eric joins from Starcom Worldwide in Chicago.  In his new role, Eric will manage the central region along with VP Adam Rubin in the Chicago office.

Lifetime Networks appointed Michele M. Moore as SVP/Publicity where she will be part of Lifetime Networks President/GM Nancy Dubuc’s senior team and further will manage strategic communications and publicity efforts for Lifetime Networks encompassing Lifetime, LMN and Lifetime Real Women.  Based in Los Angeles, Michele will work closely with Les Eisner, Lifetime’s VP/Corporate Communications and Publicity.  Prior to this new position, Michele was with Temple University where she was the CMO.

Island Def Jam Music Group, a unit of Universal Music Group (UMG) named Joie Manda as President/Def Jam Recordings. Joie will be based in New York and reports to Barry Weiss, Chairman/CEO, Universal Republic and Island Def Jam.

Ari Perler was tapped for the newly-minted position as VP/Market Research and Strategic Sales Insights with NBCUniversal Cable & New Media Distribution and NBCUniversal Domestic Television Distribution.  Ari will be integral in the sales strategies and presentations in the licensing of off-network programs and films to cable and new media outlets in addition to supporting the sale of national advertising for the division’s first-run and off-network content.  Ari will also be involved in program distribution activities in Canada among other duties. 

Joe Isabella is returning to WCBS-TV as LSM.  From 2004 to 2006, Joe was an AE at WCBS-TV and is now back at the station to manage the local sales team.  Most recently, Joe was Sales Manager at the CBS Television Station group’s national sales office.

Effective immediately, Jeff Browning becomes SVP/Network Sales with Univision Communications Inc.  Jeff is based in New York and reports to Laura Molen, EVP/Network Sales.  Since last August, Jeff was named SVP/News Sales and Strategy and he will continue in this capacity as well as now heading a national team of sales executives charged with developing advertising and marketing solutions for the Univision, TeleFutura and Galavision networks. 

Greg Siefkin takes on the new position of Director/Sales and Marketing at Deluxe Digital Studios.  Previously for the last two years, Greg worked for Technicolor as VP/Sales, Media Services. 

Correspondent Brian Rooney was tapped to provide occasional reports for CBS News’ broadcasts and platforms.  Brian will continue to report for PBS’ KCET in Los Angeles and prior to joining CBS News, he was a correspondent for ABC News.

Effective immediately, Hiroyuki Kinoshita, a longtime executive with Toei Animation was appointed CEO of Toei Animation Enterprises and COO of Toei Animation Inc. and Toei Animation Europe S.A.S.  Hiroyuki joined the company in 2004 as Director/Business Planning and has since served as CFO and Secretary and Treasurer of Toei Animation Inc., Director/Contents Business Department and Director/Overseas Strategy Promotion.  Toei Animation is headquartered in Tokyo with sales offices in Paris, Los Angeles, Hong Kong and a representative office in Shanghai.

Later — John
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