Cynopsis: Classified

Advantage

03/22/11

Good morning – it’s Tuesday, March 22, 2011, and this is your weekly issue of Cyn opsis: Classified Advantage! 

Mid Career Change
by John McSnarky

Thinking of changing your career in your late forties or fifties?  Think a lot.  There are plenty of pitfalls that lay ahead unless the career change has been offered to you on a sliver platter. 

Pitfall #1.

Money.  If you are thinking of leaving your job/industry without another job offer, don’t; unless you have plenty of money socked away.  And when I say plenty, I mean living expenses for two years without dipping into retirement funds.  If you don’t have it, reconsider or wait. 

If you think your current situation is bad, wait until you’re unemployed and have to move out of your house that you can no longer afford, get rid of those nice imported cars and trade them in for used compacts. 

All those luxury items gone, because you didn’t like your job situation.  Wake up, most people have serious gripes about their jobs, but they keep them because they have other responsibilities more important than being intellectually fulfilled at work on a daily basis, they have families to take care of. 

We all get the itch, but be very careful because a move like this can have very serious consequences.

Pitfall #2.

Just because you’ve always wanted to be an chef, doesn’t mean you’re going to be a good chef.  Love or passion for something isn’t enough, you have to be good at it, to get hired.  Even then, love and passion only go so far, ask any of the 90% of new restaurant owners that fail within their first 12 months.

Pitfall #3.

What if you do get that new job within that new industry, only to face the same frustrations you had at your old job?  Talk to people within your desired industry, tell them of your concerns and see if they experience the same frustrations.  If so, you have just saved yourself a lot of time and trouble.

Pitfall #4.

Do you have the education to succeed at this new job?  Even if you do, why would the company hire you over some 22 year old who just got out of school for the same thing.  Is your savvy worth the extra money they would have to pay you compared to a 22 year old?  Again, talk to people within the industry and see what they are looking for.  If the jobs can be handled by cheaper, younger workers, those are the ones the company will hire, not you.

Pitfall #5.

“Do what you love and the money will follow.”  It’s a nice story to tell your children before they go to bed, but otherwise, it’s not a great piece of advice.  Even if it was always, or just occasionally true, which it’s not, the big question remaining is, “How long before the money follows?”  Can you stay financially buoyant long enough?

There is a fail safe practice in gambling, whenever you lose, double your bet.  This way, you only have to win once to get even.  Sounds good in theory, but it’s a terrible idea.  Why?  Because you’ll run out of money long before the casino does.

Same logic applies here, the money may indeed follow, but will it be in time?

I wish I could write that mid career changes are easy, fun, invigorating and almost always successful.  And for some people, that is exactly what it is.  But for most of us, it’s tough, a lot of work, and very expensive in more ways than one.

Golden handcuffs exist and sometimes, they are just too tough to remove.  So if you are considering a career change, please put all you ducks in a row and do a lot of thinking about the move.  Remove all emotion from the equation, write a list of pros and cons, and remember all your other responsibilities before making your move.

Next week: To Blog or not to Blog…

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] .

A friend reminded me that the 2000-year Old Man used fear as a transportation method: “An animal growls at you and you’d go two miles a minute.”  She told me that fear is what motivates her to get to work.

What is it that gets you away from your Solitaire or Facebook or Farmville?  You already know your goal is to get a job, grow a business or get out of a rut  but knowing why you want that can help kickstart you into action each day.   Here are some drivers that could get you off the mark:

Excitement:  Is it the thrill of the chase, plotting the strategy, celebrating the victories that get your heart pumping?  You’ve got to be in it to win it.

Anticipation:  Picture your life when you’ve moved forward on the path to your dreams.  So much better than where you’re coming from.

Greed:  The Ferrari, bigger houses, the private jet.  But material greed is not the norm for the creative professionals I work with  they are greedy for awards, peer recognition, new clients and gigs that validate their sense of worth.  Use this  this greed is good.

Jealousy:  Let’s face it, the recognition (surely undeserved!) that others are getting is another valuable driver.  But don’t ape them; generate success doing your own thing. Then we’ll see who’s jealous.

Restlessness:  One of my drivers.  It could be an ADD thing; we just don’t want to repeat ourselves and are more turned on by something new.  Figure out how you can shape what’s next. Find a purposeful direction, not just movement for its own sake.

Guilt:  This doesn’t usually lead to a good result  pick another driver so that you can stop looking over your shoulder.  Give yourself something to look forward to. 

Curiosity:  This is a goodie.  Seek out what’s new   put opportunities and ideas together in different ways to see what happens.  Surprise yourself.

Ambition:  But for what? Titles? Riches? Notoriety?  If you know what it is you want then you can devise the strategy to get it.  I’ve been told it’s all about sex, the biological imperative.  That is above my pay grade, but if you recognize that in yourself I am sure you can make it work for you.

What I’m proposing is a moment of reflection so you can pick one or more drivers that’ll get you going in the morning. Once you achieve flow you will be happy and productive whether you are looking for a job or a new career or a new revenue stream or a new client.  

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.

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

I have been unemployed for 17 months and have decided to look for a headhunter. But I have no idea how to start the process. I have asked friends, but none of them know any. What should I do?

The reason there is no obvious way to find a headhunter is that they are not looking to be found by job seekers. Their clients are the employers, and when they are given an opening to fill, then will they spend their time looking for someone who is right for that job.  Only very rarely will a rock-star candidate with exceptional and high-demand skills be marketed by a headhunter. All of which is to say: they will find you when they need you, so you have to be findable. LinkedIn is a primary source, be sure to have your specialties listed well, because that is where they will look. 

Each recruiter works with just a few client companies. If they don’t have a relationship with the company you are targeting, they are not going to be helpful to you.  Above all, be aware that only a very small percentage of positions are placed by headhunters; you can spend your job search effort much more productively than trying to find one.

I am a hiring manager at a mid-level company. My last hire was a drop dead beautiful woman who had a great resume and interview. I hired her. She did not work out. Of course I was teased by my co-workers for hiring on looks rather than proficiency. And now I find myself in a similar position, a seemingly well qualified candidate who is again, drop dead gorgeous. If this one doesn’t work out, I am afraid that my reputation will be sullied. I know it’s not fair to this woman, but I am very worried about this whole situation. What should I do?

This business of beauty is very subjective.  One man’s Danny Trejo is another man’s George Clooney.  Just saying.  But I hope that the teasing you are getting over this is not indicative of the way you are generally perceived in the company.  Be sure you haven’t given your colleagues any other reasons to think you might be making hiring selections on the wrong criteria.  As for the next case, I suggest that you have a couple of co-workers meet with your short list of candidates and get a consensus, so that it won’t all be on you.  It usually is a good idea anyway to have candidates meet several people before a decision is made  then this kind of thing will not be a concern.

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]

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Sony
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Sony
Marina Del Ray CA
http://scajobs.sony.com/careers/job_detail.asp?JobID=2346095&user_id =

own the marketing strategy and execution for both IGN Prime customer acquisition and retention
Senior Marketing Manager, Membership Services   NDM0000127
Fox Careers
San Francisco CA
http://www.foxcareers.com /

key architect, guiding the development and maintenance of core Flash technologies for use in social games
Flash Engineer   NEW000006
Fox Careers
San Francisco CA
http://www.foxcareers.com /

responsible for the design and development of a large-scale services platform for online gaming and community
Senior Back-End Engineer   NEW000007
Fox Careers
San Francisco CA
http://www.foxcareers.com /

an energetic, proven hands-on developer with leadership experience with a keen eye for design
Lead Engineer, eSport   NDM0000120
Fox Careers
San Francisco CA
http://www.foxcareers.com /

responsible for the successful delivery of large-scale client engagements and/or multiple smaller engagements for a single client
Account Director (CPG exp preferred)
Organic
San Francisco CA
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ORGANIC&cws=1&rid=4784

responsible for the successful delivery of large-scale client engagements and/or multiple smaller engagements for a single client
Account Director (Tech or retail industry exp preferred)
Organic
San Francisco CA
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ORGANIC&cws=1&rid=4751

works with discipline leads in creative, online media, engineering, and business development to formulate marketing strategy for new business presentations, lead project teams, create marketing briefs, develop new analytical models, and nurture departmental relations
Director Strategy
Organic
San Francisco CA
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ORGANIC&cws=1&rid=4775

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=4743

manage all performance management, organizational development, succession planning and employee relations
VP, Human Resources
Organic
San Francisco CA
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ORGANIC&cws=1&rid=4462

pay an active role in new business initiatives, including representing UX in client pitch situations
User Experience Lead   8829
Razorfish
San Francisco CA
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/8829/job

work with th, e QA Manager to evaluate and enhance SQA standards, technologies and approaches
Sr. QA Analyst   8806
Razorfish
San Francisco CA
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/8806/job

team with Account Executive to understand client goals and objectives and brainstorm solutions
Digital Account Manager, CNBC.com   1372BR
CNBC
San Francisco CA
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

contribute to CBS Interactive’s overall strategy and business plans both from a broad business perspective and with a focus on most effectively investing in and tapping the human resources of the company
SVP Human Resources, CBS Interactive   7938BR
CBS Interactive
San Francisco CA
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

responsible for maintaining and building advertising revenue for the specific account(s)
Account Manager   7807BR
CBS Interactive
San Francisco CA
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

JOB OPENING: LEGAL/BUS AFFAIRS/A & E TEL NETWORKS, LLC/NY: Handle all stages of TV-prgrmng deals; exp real-life & scripted series req’d. MOWs strongly desired. 5+yrs relevant ind exp. www.aetn.com/careers.html (3/25)

JOB OPENING: SALES PLANNER Si TV/NY www.sitv.com/sitv-jobs: 3+yrs exp; Create & develop customized plans/presentations for reps, Exc media math skills, excel, pwrpoint req, Strong analytical skills. Bilingual/Spanish ++. EOE (3/25)

JOB OPENING: PREDITOR/HALFYARD PRODUCTIONS/DC: Seeks creative development producer/editor.Must know FCP and have proven sizzle reel experience.Send resume and reel to [email protected] (3/25)

JOB OPENING: DIGITAL AE/GSN/NY: Reporting to VP Ad Sales. 6+ yrs media exp req. with 2+ yrs online sales exp pref’d. Degree req. Contact agency and client list. Send salary history and res/cover letter to [email protected] (3/25)

JOB OPENING: TELEVISION AD SALES REP/NYC: 10yrs+ TV Ad Agency or Sales exp.Minimum 5 yrs DRTV & Per Inquiry Sales Exp. Send resume & salary req’s to: [email protected] (3/25)

JOB OPENING: RESEARCH ANALYST/Vh1 SUITE/NY: Collect & analyze Nielsen, MRI, & other rsch data. BA, 1-2 yrs rsch exp reqd. Strong Mcrsft Excel & PP & writ/comm skills. EOE/M/F/D/AAP. Apply www.mtvnetworkscareers.com (3/25)

JOB OPENING: DIR, PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT (DIGITAL PLATFORMS)/NBCUniversal/Burbank:   Please visit www.nbcunicareers.com Req#1301BR. The platforms covered will be Cable MSO, Telcos, Satellite Providers & Wireless Operators (3/25)

JOB OPENING: DIRECTOR, PUBLICITY/LA: Resp for dev/impl of PR strtges/cmpgns/plcmnt fr A&E/BIO/CI, prog, & initves; 10+ yrs exp in TV/Pub/PR.   https://www.abso.com/jobboard/Default.aspx?JOBBOARDID=618&JobDetail=93594 (3/25)

JOB OPENING:  SR ANALYST/TV Land Programming Research/MTVN/NYC: 2+ yr cable/bcast exp. Strong analytical/numeric skills Advanced Nielsen systems. Attn to details. BA/BS. EOE/M/F/D/AAP www.mtvncareers.com (3/25)

JOB OPENING:  SALES PLANNER/AT&T Advanced Ad Solutions/NY: Sales Planner-AT&T Uverse (IPTV). 2+ yrs sales and media planning exp. Apply https://att.taleo.net/careersection/10161/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=1114893&ctx=1 (3/25)

JOB OPENING:    DIR, SALES PLAN’G/ABC/N Y: Mng plan’rs, dev pricing/pckgng models, proprietary ad system, dev sales strat re: site structure/emerging techs, affinity/ad ntwrks, mobile, 8 yrs exp.  Apply: Disneyabcjobs.com Req# 287642 (3/25)

JOB OPENING: DIGITAL ANALYTICS MANAGER/The Oprah Winfrey Network/LA: Min 5 yrs.exp in web analytics, expert in Omniture and Excel, strong analytical, written and verbal skills. Apply at: http://careers.own.tv/ (3/24)

JOB OPENING: VP,ON-AIR PROMO/Lifetime/NY:8+ yrs exp.Direct, prod/mng the on-air creative brand for Lifetime, LMM & Lifetime Real Women. Highly creative, excellent writing & presentation skills. Apply to: www.aetn.com/careers/html (3/24)

JOB OPENING: DIST NEW MEDIA SPCLST/AETN/NY:Launch & manage new media initiatives (VOD, BROADBAND, ENHANCED TV). 3 + yrs exp in digital media or entertainment. Knwldg of TV prgmng prod workflow a +. www.aetn.com/careers/html (3/24)

JOB OPENING: WRITER/PROD/Lifetime/NY :Ideate/conceptualize/brainstorm innovative Integrated Mktg Campaigns that fulfill Ad Sales, Cons Prod & Dig Media objectives.3 yrs TV prod exp on-air promos pref. Apply: www.aetn.com/careers/html (3/24)

JOB OPENING: WRITER/PRODUCER/Lifetime/NY :Conceptualize, write and produce high impact promo launch campaigns for unscripted series. 3 yrs exp in TV On-Air Promotion. Apply to: www.aetn.com/careers/html (3/24)

JOB OPENING: VP,STRATEGY & CONS MKTG/Lifetime/NY:Dev & direct strategies for break thru mktg & best in class adv campaigns. 10+ yrs exp in media, promo, advrtsng preferably in TV or ent.Apply to: www.aetn.com/careers/html (3/24)

JOB OPENING: CREATIVE DIRECTOR/New York: Dev conceptual/strategic design solutions that fit bus goals while adhering to position of brand  https://www.abso.com/jobboard/Default.aspx?JOBBOARDID=618&JobDetail=93498 (3/24)

JOB OPENING:  DIRECTOR DISTRIBUTION/Hallmark Channel/New York: 5 yrs exp w/Sales req. Req exp handling MSO accts (pref Top 10) incl. carriage negotiations. See full posting and apply @ www.hallmarkchannel.com (3/24)

JOB OPENING:  SR RSCH ANALYST/A&E/LIFETIME/HISTORY/NY : 2+yrs exp Nat’l media rsrch from cble, brdcst, synd or ad agency; Nat’l Nielsen sys & data knwlg a must. Detail oriented/strong writ/oral comm skills. www.aetn.com/careers/html (3/24)

JOB OPENING: WRNN TV PREDITOR/Rye Brook NY & Long Is: Editorial knwldg, tech & post prod skills. Use of final cut, logic, pro tools to assemble show, pkgs, standups, music, graphics, chyrons. Some field production. [email protected] (3/23)

JOB OPENING:  VARIOUS OPPORTUNITIES(Reporter, Producer, Engineer, Assignment Editor, Traffic Manager, MCO and Videographer)/WRNN-TV/Rye Brook, NY:  For full job descriptions please visit http://fios1news.com/LongIsland_Careers.php (3/23)

JOB OPENING: SHOWRUNNERS, LINE PRODUCERS, PRODUCTIONS MANAGER AND STORY PRODUCERS/NYC: Needed to staff several new home makeover/construction shows. Resume/Cov letter. Specific exp. absolutely mandatory [email protected] (3/22)

JOB OPENING: DIR, INTEGRATED MARKETING/MTV/NYC: 7+ yrs exp. creating multiplatform marketing programs at a TV/media company. EOE/M/F/D/AAP. Apply www.mtvnetworkscareers.com (3/22)

JOB OPENING: SUPERVISING PRODUCER/VH1/NYC: 7+ yrs exp reality TV production: BOTH competition-elimination & docudrama is a must; Reality Supervising Producer credits req; EOE/M/F/D/AAP www.mtvnetworkscareers.com (3/22)

JOB OPENING: AFFIL SALES COORD/Sportsman Channel/NY: 1-3 yrs brdcst or cable/TV/ent exp, Simmons/Nielsen/MRI knwldg pref’d. Profic in MS PP, plan various meeting materials incl. sales decks, rsrch, etc. www.thesportsmanchannel.com (3/22)

JOB OPENING: DIGITAL VIDEO COORD/The Hub/Burbank: Contract role. Schedule, distribute, & monitor video across digital platforms, including VOD, online, & social media. Apply at http://thehub.catsone.com/careers (3/22)

JOB OPENING: CREATIVE DIR. ON-AIR/Oprah Winfrey Network-LA: Oversee promos, short form, int. marketing. Highly creative, xlnt writing, presenting and mgmt. skills. 8-10 yrs exp http://careers.own.tv (3/22)

JOB OPENING: DIR COMM/Discovery/NY: Dvlps, oversee & execute multiplatform comm strtgy & wrks w/internal/external prdcrs to conduct rsrch & coord media opp ;7+yrs exp media relations, campaign & ppl mgmt. www.discovery.com #3314 (3/22)

JOB OPENING: ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE/TV Guide Online/NY: AE w/ 5+ yrs digital ad sales exp a must. Multi-platform sales exp preferred. Competitive salary commensurate w/ exp & excellent benefits program [email protected] (3/22)

JOB OPENING: FREELANCE MGR/ABC & SOAPnet Integrated Mktg/LA: Assist w/exec of advertiser driven mktg, integration & promo programs. Expertise in PM & execution. Apply@ [email protected] / Info@ disneyabcjobs .com#287652 (3/22)

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: Mrkting Intern for Post-prod co. NYC: Work w/ VP, biz-dev; build database, mrkting materials, web presence, mrkt research, brand & PR. MS Office, web savvy, skilled communicator. Apply: [email protected] (3/25)

Joe Uva, President/CEO resigned his position, giving notice to the Board of Directors at Univision Communications Inc.  Joe’s exit is effective April 2, 2011, marking the end of the current term of his employment contract with Univision.  The company will begin an immediate search for a new CEO and during the transition period, Haim Saban, Executive Chairman will take on more responsibilities until a CEO replacement is found.  Joe said, “My four years as President and CEO of Univision have been extremely exciting and rewarding. I believe our team can be proud of the accomplishments that we achieved during my tenure. Although I will miss working with the many talented professionals at Univision, the team is strong and I have decided the time is right for me to capitalize on other opportunities. I know that Univision will continue its great success as the premier Spanish-language media company in the U.S.”

Patricia Erickson named SVP/Human Resources with BBC Worldwide Americas to head the company’s human resource functions.  Previously, Patricia worked for Viacom and MTV Networks and most recently at RHI Entertainment, Inc. as SVP/Head of HR.

Katz Radio upped Katie Iamele-Strauss to VP/Sales and Alison Trumper to Senior AE in New York in addition to David Noviello to VP/Sales in Los Angeles.

Tom Armstrong promoted to VP/Digital Sales, Viacom Brand Solutions International (VBSI) by Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN).  In his new role, Tom will manage advertising sales for VIMN’s digital platforms.  He will relocate to VIMN’s London headquarters after spending four years in Australia where he was VP/Business Development and Digital, MTV Networks Australia and New Zealand.  Tom will report to Dave Sibley, EVP/Managing Director, VBSI.

Fuse hired Brad Schwartz as SVP/Programming and Operations to continue growing the network’s development strategy involving original programming, live events and increasing the Fuse brand.  Brad will oversee all program development, acquisitions, programming, scheduling, creative and production. Based in New York, Brad will report to David Clark, EVP/GM.  In addition, Fuse said Sal LoCurto will now manage Fuse’s Los Angeles development operation and report to Brad.

Drew Korzeniewski elevated to VP/Ad Sales and GM for Radio Disney Stations Group.  Drew will be involved with managing the network’s national ad sales while continuing to head Radio Disney’s local ad sales and local station management.  In his role supervising local and national ad sales, Drew will report to Rita Ferro, EVP/Disney Media Sales and Marketing and for spearheading the network’s stations group, he will continue to report to Sean Cocchia, SVP/GM, Radio Disney.

Phil Fairclough joins the New Zealand production company, National History New Zealand to oversee their US development and production activities.  Based in Washington, D.C., Phil will assume the title of EVP/US Development and Production, effective immediately.  He will work closely with New Zealand-based executives Neil Harraway and Craig Meade as well as Shera Jenne based in DC. 

Previous FCC Chairman Michael Powell appointed President of NCTA, replacing President Kyle McSlarrow who is departing in April to join Comcast in Washington.  Michael will begin his new position with NCTA on April 25.  Since his FCC days, Michael is currently Chairman of the MKPowell Group and a Senior Adviser to Providence Equity Partners.

UK-based September Films, owned by DCD, promoted Richard Hansil to the newly-created role as SVP/Creative and elevated Pamela Covais to SVP/Production.  Both Richard and Pamela are based at the September Films USA office at Tribeca West Studios in Los Angeles.  Richard, in his new role, will manage all facets of production and development for September Films’ growing state-side office. Pamela in her new position will continue as Managing Director of September Films USA. 

Donny Hudson named VP/Sales with Spanish Broadcasting System (SBS) – Radio/TV/Digital and Entertainment.  Donny will oversee the growth and revenue streams across all company divisions.  Donny will additionally serve as Sales Manager for WXDJ-El Zol 95.7 FM and WRAZ-La Raza 106.3 FM, radio stations owned by SBS in South Florida.

Susie Toma advances to NSM with WPXI-PCNC/Pittsburgh, owned by Cox.  Previously, Susie was an AE at WPXI and before that she was with WGN-TV in Chicago for 11 years. 

Alliance, the entertainment and lifestyle marketing agency division of Grey Group in New York, hired Danielle Kimiatek as Public Relations Manager.  Before joining Alliance, Danielle was an AE at Dan Klores Communications. 

Michelina Gauthier upped to SVP/Talent Business and Legal Affairs with Discovery Communications.  Michelina will continue to supervise talent agreements on behalf of Discovery’s roster of networks and now her duties will expand to encompass management for Ad Sales talent integration deals.  She reports to Lee Bartlett, EVP/Global Production Management, Business and Legal Affairs.

AdLarge Media, LLC named Michelle Jennings as EVP/Digital Revenue.  Michelle joins the newly-formed AdLarge Media from Westwood One where she served as Director/Interactive Sales.

Multi-platform Disney XD Worldwide promoted David Levine to VP/Programming and GM where he will oversee the entity and concentrate on its future growth.  David will report to Carolina Lightcap, President, Disney Channels Worldwide in his role as GM and to Paul DeBenedittis, SVP/Programming Strategy, Disney Channels Worldwide for his program planning and scheduling duties.

Christine Rodocker appointed as Affiliate Marketing Director for emerging television network, HALOGEN TV.  Christine will have oversight for the development and implementation of affiliate campaigns, promotions and more.

Gerald (Jerry) Longo, CMP named VP/Conferences and Events with the 4A’s.  In his new role, Jerry will lead project management of 4A’s national conferences, meetings and events aimed at management level attendees.  Based at 4A’s New York City office, Jerry will report to Mike Donahue, EVP/Member Services.

AETN elevated Alexandra MacDowell to VP/Production Management up from Director Production Management for AETN.  Alexandra will have responsibility over nonfiction, reality and alternative programming production management for AETN’s networks including History, A&E and Lifetime.  She will report directly to Rob Sharenow, SVP/Non-Fiction and Alternative Programming, A&E; David McKillop, SVP/Development and Programming, History; and Gena McCarthy, SVP/Reality Programming, Lifetime.

Andrew Harmon becomes the Washington Correspondent/News Director for The Advocate.  Andrew will report on the news and policy issues relevant to LGBT Americans emanating from the White House and Congress.  He will be based in Washington, D.C.

USA Network appointed Jeff Wachtel and Chris McCumber as Co-Presidents of the network to jointly manage strategic goals and operations for all platforms for USA.  Jeff and Chris will both report directly to Bonnie Hammer, Chairman, NBC Universal Cable Entertainment and Cable Studios.

Effective immediately, three executives tapped by AETN for new positions: Robert Sharenow appointed EVP/Programming for Lifetime brands; David McKillop named EVP/Programming for A&E brands; and Dirk Hoogstra upped to SVP/Programming for the History brands.  Robert and Dirk will report to Nancy Dubuc, President, Lifetime and History and David will now report to Bob DeBitetto, President, A&E Network and BIO Channel.

The Insider’s anchor Lara Spencer returns to ABC News and Good Morning America as a Lifestyle Anchor beginning in May.  Spencer will present a broad range of stories for GMA on issues pertaining to family, parenting, health, fitness and work/life balance in addition to helping with entertainment and celebrity news.  Based in New York, Spencer will further be a contributor for Nightline and report for every ABC News platform.  Back in 1999, Spencer joined GMA as a national correspondent and moved to The Insider in 2003 as a co-anchor where she has spent the last seven years.

Mary Eileen Besachio and Ann Woodruff were both hired as Research Associates at Centris, joining the company’s marketing science staff.  Mary joins after 11 years at Merck & Co while Ann spent 22 years at Nielsen. 

Pulse added Daniel Glew as Head/Content Development, Harri Watson as Development AP and Lorraine Heggessey as a Consultant to counsel the company on creative and business development concentrating on broadcast.  Daniel previously worked for Diverse Production and Harri came from Zodiak Media.

Betsy Rodgers advances to SVP/Legal and Business Affairs with Rainbow Media where she manages the Sundance Selects and IFC Entertainment companies and brands which encompasses Sundance Selects, IFC Films, IFC Midnight, the IFC Center based in New York City as well as SundanceNow.com.  Betsy reports to Jamie Gallagher, General Counsel, Rainbow Media.

Ari Weiss soon joins the creative department at BBH New York as Executive Creative Director working on the Axe account.  Ari will work with other Executive Creative Directors, Jon Pearce, Mike Shackle, Calle Sjoenell and Pelle Sjoenell.  Prior to this appointment, Ari was with 180 Los Angeles as Creative Director on Sony and Boost Mobile accounts.

ABC News contributor Lara Setrakian added as a Reporter at Bloomberg Television based in Dubai.  Even though Lara will be reporting for Bloomberg Television, she will continue making contributions to ABC News on television, radio and digital platforms as part of her new position with Bloomberg Television. 

Spotlight Cinema Networks hired Ronnie Ycong as VP for the company’s new Exhibitor Relations Department.  Most recently, Ronnie was Director/Exhibitor Relations at Screenvision.

Later — John
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