A CYNOPSIS MESSAGE FROM NATPE LATV FEST

Cyn opsis: Classified Advantage

05.26.09

Good morning – it’s Tuesday, May 26, 2009, and this is your weekly issue of Cynopsis: 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.

Almost everyone is looking for ways to save money, and one of the most effective methods is by writing down all your monthly expenses.  Studies show the average person underestimates their monthly expenditures by 25% or more. People often forget cell phone bills, movie rentals, dry cleaning charges etc. A comprehensive list of all expenses will allow a person to prioritize their spending.  Once the list is completed, find ways to cut spending through substitution or perhaps even elimination among the lower priority items.  

Phone calls to insurance companies and digital television providers can often result in lower monthly payments for the same service. For instance, I contacted my cable provider when I was considering a switch to a different company. I was connected to a retention specialist and my bill was reduced by 33%.  As another example, I spent two hours one afternoon calling up insurance companies telling them of the exact coverage I had and asked if they could beat the price I was currently paying. I switched to another insurance company and saved $500.00. 

Don’t forget the small stuff, it can add up quickly.  Many families enjoy pizza night.  The average takeout pizza is about $15 without toppings. Store bought frozen pizza cost $6.  Many consider the store bought pizza just as good, if not better, than the pizzeria pizza.  If you have pizza once a week, you can save about $35 a month or $420 a year. 

People who rent a lot of movies, should join a club provided by the rental chains.  Or alternatively, rent a la carte –  but look for vending machines that rent DVDs for $1 a night. 

This is easy to do and will save money, but it all starts with writing down each monthly expense and then giving each of them careful consideration.

Next week: Interviews.

Cynopsis: Classified Advantage is a work in progress, designed with our readers in mind. We welcome your feedback and will try to incorporate any suggestions into our weekly coverage.  And if you have any specific questions or topics of particular interest you’d like our Experts to address, please let me know!  You can reach me – John Cox – directly at [email protected].

A CYNOPSIS MESSAGE FROM VH1

JOB HUNTING REQUIRES RIGOR AND DISCIPLINE

The professional recruiter is trying to discover if you are capable of delivering the kinds of results he needs:  Do you have similar experience, or at least experience relevant to his situation and needs; and will you fit into his culture, share his values, relate well with his people and customers.  You, on the other hand, are trying to find the ideal job; the place where you can make a contribution, enjoy your work and new colleagues.

Until you find paid employment “job hunting” is your full-time job. This means you need to approach your job search with the same rigor and discipline your future employer will expect.

1.      Let everyone know you are looking for a new job – tell them what kind of job you are looking for.
2.      Ask them to put the word out to their network – 80% of jobs are filled as a result of word of mouth connections.
3.      Use all of your network, for example LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, every place where you are connected to people.
4.      Create a spreadsheet to track connections, conversations, referrals, and meetings.
5.      Make specific requests so people know how to help you. Example: “Will you introduce me to the head hunter who placed you in your job?”
6.      Follow industry specific search sites and job boards .
7.      Be ready to be interviewed at the drop of a hat, which means, stay groomed, in work mode. Being without a job does not equal unpaid vacation. This is not a time to kick back and relax and play – save that until after the new job.
8.      Surround yourself with upbeat friends and support. We are not at our most engaging when we are feeling sorry for ourselves.
9.      Regularly review progress, ideally with someone who is committed to supporting you.
10.      Take care of those close to you. Being without a job is stressful, just don’t let stress hurt your relationships. Find ways to help yourself manage stress.

Peter Roche is the Managing Partner of The London Perret Roche Group LLC, an international consulting and executive coaching firm with a reputation for helping clients outperform themselves and their competitors.  Contact: Peter’s direct line 732-933-9610, email, [email protected] and on the web http://www.lprgroup.com

Next week: Seven things NOT to do on Interviews

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

JOB OF THE WEEK …

OTHER INDUSTRY JOBS OF INTEREST …

managing and maintaining pre-existing accounts, generating new sales leads and opportunities, developing new agency and client relationships
Senior Advertising Sales Executive
Babble Media
NYC, NY
[email protected]

generating new sales leads and opportunities, developing new agency and client relationships, preparing and presenting proposals, closing business and hitting sales goals
Senior Advertising Account Executive
Nerve. com
NYC, NY
[email protected]

All station imaging including the production of sweepers, promos, and special programs
Creative Services Director
Emmis Communications
NYC, NY
https://tbe.taleo.net/NA1/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=EMMIS&cws=1&rid=5930

developing and articulating the creative vision for RollingStone.com, and extending the Rolling Stone brand throughout the digital medium
Executive Producer
Rollingstone.com
NYC, NY
[email protected]

Prospecting new business from consumer and cheer industry advertisers
Advertising Director
American Cheerleading Magazine
NYC, NY
[email protected]  Please note: AC Sales Dir in Subject Line

build new business relationships as well as manage existing Corporate and Advertising accounts
Sales Account Executive
Vault.com Inc
NYC, NY
[email protected]

work on beauty brands and notable television personalities in the world of Wine, Travel, Fashion and Home
Account Executive
The Brooks Group
NYC, NY
[email protected]

take charge of implementing effective next-gen communications campaigns and strategies through blog PR, viral marketing, community marketing and more
Emerging Media Strategists
360i
NYC, NY
http://www.360i.com/careers/# joblistings

lead client strategist for 360i’s existing roster of brand name clients in addition to leadership role on new business team
SVP Communications and Client Strategy
360i
NYC, NY
http://www.360i.com/careers/New-York-jobs/svp-communications-client-strategy

Identify and initiate contact with direct marketers, online advertisers and agencies
Account Executive
360i
NYC, NY
http://www.360i.com/careers/New-York-jobs/account-executive

developing, executing, and managing revenue-generating partnerships with leading consumer brands
Business Development Director
Wetpaint
NYC, NY
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/searchResults.jsp?org=WETPAINT&cws=1

create a long term growth strategy for the business
Director of Product Marketing
Gilt Group Inc
NYC, NY
http://www.gilt.com/company/job/10112

ensuring that sale images are delivered on time and on budget while also meeting creative standards
Director, Creative Services
Gilt Group Inc
NYC, NY
http://www.gilt.com/company/job/10060

manage all relationships with outside research vendors
Director of Consumer Insights
Gilt Group Inc
NYC, NY
http://www.gilt.com/company/job/10076

experience placing stories with top press including national dailies, magazines, network and cable TV, and radio
Account Executive/Senior Account Executive
Dentsu Communications
NYC, NY
[email protected]

prospecting new business while maintaining and growing the existing client base
Regional Account Executive
JCDecaux North America
NYC, NY
http://www.jcdecauxna.com/pages/company/Opportunities.aspx,  [email protected]

oversee a sales team focused on selling online advertising to leading advertising agencies, as well as regional and national companies in all sectors
Head of East Coast Sales
Photobucket
NYC, NY
www.foxcareers.com   FIM15982

collaborating with three Key Account teams to proactively direct and develop custom program promotion incentives
Manager Key Account Marketing
Showtime Networks
NYC, NY
http://www.cbscorporation.com/careers/index.php    1738BR

drive online advertising sales, meet and exceed all sales goals
Account Executive
Hulu LLC
NYC, NY
http://www.hulu.com/jobs,  [email protected]

assume overall management and budgetary responsibility for a full range of classic marketing activities
Senior Marketing Executive
About.com
NYC, NY
http://jobs.about.com/#mk1

provide thought leadership in shaping the organizations advertising sales strategy garnering cross functional internal buy in and support in successfully executing the strategy
SVP, Advertising Sales
About.com
NYC, NY
http://jobs.about.com/#sl1

provide direction and leadership for multiple event projects
Project Manager – Virtual Events
Unisfair Inc
NYC, NY
http://www.unisfair.com/about-us/careers/

Plan, organize and deliver both formal and informal presentations for delivery to senior level decision makers
SVP Sales, Northeast
AOL
NYC, NY
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/index.html

cover all Agencies, SEOs, SEMs in territory as well as maintain up to 150 client direct relationships
Strategic Account Executive
Business.com
Norwalk Ct
[email protected]

high profile roster of business-to-business accounts with focus on prestigious thought leadership and corporate clients
Public Relations Media Specialists
Stern + Associates
Cranford NJ
[email protected]

preparation of the marketing related project deliverables during the design phase of an engagement and client/account management duties
Director, Marketing (Account Director)
Digitas
Philadelphia PA
http://karma.myvurv.com/main/careerportal/Job_Profile.cfm?szOrderID=1748

build our local bridal industry-related vendor base on theknot.com
Online Account Executive
The Knot Inc.
Philadelphia PA
[email protected]. No attachments please. Please reference the job title in the subject line of your email.

online media research, planning and buying responsibilities for major brands within the healthcare category
Senior Media Planner
Digitas
Philadelphia PA
http://karma.myvurv.com/main/careerportal/Job_Profile.cfm?szOrderID=1897

experts in the field, possessing a broad set of media, marketing and management skills
Director, Media
Digitas
Philadelphia PA
http://karma.myvurv.com/main/careerportal/Job_Profile.cfm?szOrderID=1898

developing and implementing creative direction (leadership and vision) on assigned proposals and projects
Associate Creative Director
Digitas
Philadelphia, PA
http://karma.myvurv.com/main/careerportal/Job_Profile.cfm?szOrderID=1731

articulating a product vision and defining the 12 month product roadmap
Senior Product Manager
Atlantic Media Company
Washington, DC
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA1/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ATLANTICMEDIA&cws=1&rid=760

strong knowledge of and have extensive contacts in the southeast calling on top Fortune 500 accounts and the regions major brand advertisers
Online Ad Sales
VideoEgg Inc
Atlanta GA
[email protected]

strong knowledge of and have extensive contacts in the midwest calling on top Fortune 500 accounts and the regions major brand advertisers
Online Ad Sales
VideoEgg Inc
Chicago IL
[email protected]

developing, executing, and managing revenue-generating partnerships with leading consumer brands
Business Development Director
Wetpaint
Seattle, WA
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/searchResults.jsp?org=WETPAINT&cws=1

developing exceptional relationships through customized sales strategies and superior customer service, leading to mutually beneficial long-term relationships
Senior Account Executive
Wetpaint
Seattle, New York or San Francisco
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/searchResults.jsp?org=WETPAINT&cws=1

driving advertising and sponsorship revenue for the company
Senior Director, Advertising Sales
Wetpaint
New York or Seattle, WA
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/searchResults.jsp?org=WETPAINT&cws=1

negotiate, purchase and monitor media space aiming to reach the highest number of people in the target audience at the lowest possible cost
VP Media
Fox Entertainment Group
Los Angeles CA
www.foxcareers.com   FFE15887

responsible for aggressively leading and expanding the divisions footprint across multiple distribution channels and platforms
Director, Retail Marketing
Twentieth Century Fox Television
Los Angeles CA
www.foxcareers.com FFE16130

lead all activity related to optimizing performance for a portfolio of titles
Director of International Marketing Catalog
Fox Filmed Entertainment
Los Angeles CA
www.foxcareers.com   FFE15829

increasing growth and public awareness and driving revenue through marketing program
Executive Director, Marketing
MySpace Music
Los Angeles CA
www.foxcareers.com   FIM15425

assist in covering major agencies and clients in Los Angeles and the surrounding area
Senior Account Executive
Photobucket
Los Angeles CA
www.foxcareers.com FIM16227

day to day management of display and video ad campaigns
Campaign Manager
Hulu LLC
Los Angeles, CA
http://www.hulu.com/jobs,  [email protected]

Lead development of features / initiatives that span all areas of the site
Senior Producer
Disney ABC Television Group
Burbank CA
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/index.html      Requisition ID: 195331

established network and proven track record within video gaming and/or music industry
Vice President, Business Development, CBS Interactive Games and Music
CNET Networks
San Francisco CA
https://careers.cnetnetworks.com/joblist.html?tag=main_content;culture_content   006CNE0109001

foster publisher relationships ideal for direct responses and brand marketing
Digital Media Planner
Geary Interactive
San Diego CA
http://www.gearyi.com/careers/, [email protected]

Sources: CareerCast, Spots n Dots, B&C, MediaPost, Ad Age, iMedia Connection, indeed, Variety, Media Bistro, NBCU Careers, CBS Corporation, Fox Careers, Walt Disney

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JOB OPENING: MGR NEW BIZ DVLPMNT/KIDZ BOP/NY: Resp for new biz outreach consumer goods licensing, tech, sponsorship, touring, kids’TV& films, dig. & mobile apps. Exc written/oral skills/PPT/Excel/P&L’s. Apply: [email protected]

JOB OPENING: SR DIR, DRTV MEDIA BUYER/Razor & Tie/NYC: Resp for set up & execution of successful DRTV campaign. Min 5 yrs exp. Req biz to biz sales exp in advert/ent/media. Must have TV/DRTV exp.Apply: [email protected]

JOB OPENING: MANAGER, MEDIA PLANNING/LA: Develop/implement media plans/anlyz off-air media campaign/comp activity/rtngs/ROI/Mng vendors/identify ad concepts/products.   https://www.abso.com/jobboard/Default.aspx?JOBBOARDID=507&JobDetail=58020

JOB OPENING: NEW MEDIA SPECIALIST/AETN/NY:Asst ops AETN VOD & other new media initiatives. Strong proj mngmt exp within brdcst/cbl ind. Emerging media & VOD mktplace exp a +. Prof database apps a must. Apply: www.aetn.com/careers.html

JOB OPENING: PR MANAGER/NY RANGERS: Obtain non-traditional and “off the ice” media coverage w/ focus on celebrity outreach. 5 yrs exp in ent. w/ established contacts. Rez to: [email protected] “PRNYR” in sub

JOB OPENING: SR RSRCH ANALYST, AD SALES/ AETN/NYC: Strong analytical, strategic thinking/sales positioning/2+ yrs nat’l TV research exp, network/ad agency. Prof in Nielsen systems/MRI pref. Apply: www.aetn.com/careers.html

JOB OPENING: ADMIN FOR THE DIST DEPT/GSN/CHICAGO: Report to Exec Dir. 2 yrs exp in telecommunications and/or cable TV. Research, presentations, event coordination. Word, Excel, Powerpt. Send resume and C/L to [email protected]

JOB OPENING: SUPERVISOR/Univision NAT’L TV Sales /NY: Prior Brdcst exp req’d, Exe Asst exp pref’d. Detail-oriented, strong comm & orgnztnal skills, fluency in MS Office. 4 yr BA degree pref’d. Email: [email protected] EOE

JOB OPENING: SVP CORP RSRCH/Discovery/MD: Proven leadership & rsrch exp, creative problem solver & strat thinker. Masters deg pref’d & 15 yrs exp Strong background new media/emerging tech. Apply: www.discovery.com/careers Job 8977

JOB OPENING: PRODUCERS/AP’S : LA based syndicated medical talk show. Experience in talk and/or medical required. Apply to: [email protected]

JOB OPENING: MGR COMMUNICATIONS/LOGO/NYC: 5+ yrs PR exp. in TV programming media relations; media relations, executive and talent preparation, story placement B.A. related field. EOE/M/F/D/AAP www.mtvncareers.com

Tribune Company and its Board of Directors approved the promotion of a handful of executives, effective immediately: Steve Gable to EVP/CTO; David Eldersveld to SVP/Deputy Counsel and Corporate Secretary; Dan Kazan to SVP/Development; and Naomi Sachs as SVP/Strategy.

FremantleMedia Enterprises (FME) named Keith Hindle as CEO for the Americas. In this role, Keith will develop and execute strategies on behalf of the company’s Americas’ businesses in the US, Canada, Brazil, Latin America and the Caribbean. Keith will report directly to David Ellender, Global CEO of FME.

Jorg Roth was tapped as COO/Entertainment for Zodiak Entertainment, a global content unit of the DeAgostini Group. Jorg will manage the central entertainment division in tandem with Saku Tuominen, CCO and both will report to Giorgio Gori, SVP, Zodiak Entertainment.

Acorn Media Group appointed Andrew Cuthill as CFO to develop the company’s financial strategy and supervise its implementation.

Crown Media Holdings, Inc., owner and operator of Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movie Channel announced David Kenin, EVP/Programming will depart the company as of May 31. Until a replacement is appointed, Barbara Fisher, SVP/Original Programming and Michelle Vicary, SVP/Acquisitions and Scheduling will share David’s roster of duties. David joined Crown Media in 2002 and is credited with increasing the network’s original and acquired programming and was a creative supporter of the launch of Hallmark Movie Channel.

Sonya McNair was appointed VP/Communications with CBS News, effective immediately. Sonya will work in tandem with Jeff Ballabon, SVP/Communications, CBS News, to manage media relations and publicity for the news unit.

Aegis Media named Nigel Morris as CEO of Aegis Media North America, where he succeeds Sarah Fay who is departing the company after 11 years in management positions. Additionally, Mark Cranmer comes to Aegis Media as CEO of Isobar, the company’s digital unit. Both new appointments are effective immediately.

ESPN Deportes tapped Jorge Ramos to be part of the network’s television commentator team starting this August with the ESPN Deportes Radio daily program Jorge Ramos y su banda. Most recently, Jorge was the lead commentator for ESPN Deportes Radio for the last four years.

The Weather Channel added Helen Swenson to the new position of VP/Live Programming. Helen will be in charge of more than 120 hours of live programming each week for TWC in addition to managing the editorial agenda for the network.

Barry Watts becomes the new CEO of Seattle-based Screenlife Games, creator and developer of DVD games including Scene It? Screenlife Games is a subsidiary of Paramount Digital Entertainment, a division of Paramount Pictures Corporation which is part of Viacom.

Later — John
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