A CYNOPSIS MESSAGE FROM THE WEATHER CHANNEL

Cynopsis: DIGITAL

11/13/07

Good morning, it’s Tuesday, November 13, 2007 and this is your first early morning digital briefing. 

Lifetime relaunched its female-focused web portal pulling content from a number of partners including Hearst Digital, About.com, RealArcade, RevolutionHealth.com and Glam Media – regarded the hottest vertical network of sites in the women’s category. MyLifetime.com will offer continually refreshed content across a number of categories taking the form of casual games, community features and broadband programming. In addition to streaming Lifetime originals such as American Psychic Challenge, the site is planning seven new made-for-the web series this year and at least 16 series next year such as Gift Intervention from The Daily Show co-creator Lizz Winstead. Freeing up the rights to stream top hit Army Wives is also in the works, according to Dan Suratt, EVP/Digital Media for Lifetime.
 

 
MTV Networks will launch a new password-protected affiliate relations site on Wednesday optimized for today’s rich media needs. MTVN.com will incorporate feedback from the company’s more than 10,000 affiliates and feature new user-friendly functionalities including targeted promotions and spots sections, an enhanced programming section and a planned area for wireless clients offering mobile-based programming, content and applications.
 
A&E Television teamed with Ascent Media to build a new centrally-managed repository for its digital media assets. The file-based system will enable AETN networks to digitize, catalogue and archive all content scheduled to air on the company’s standard def and high-def networks, retrievable for post-production work, creation of on-air promos and distribution to alternative platforms.
 
National Geographic Global Media announced the creation of a new Digital Studio consolidating several existing consumer media content and distribution operations. Digital Studio will produce the PBS show Wild Chronicles, house the Nat Geo Short-Form Video Group – which produces content for NationalGeographic.com and other platform – as well as produce programming for Nat Geo Music. Mark Bauman, named SVP, will head the unit, reporting to Michael Rosenfeld, President of Nat Geo Television.
 
IFC.com began streaming daily sketches from the first season of The Whitest Kids U’ Know, leading up to the premiere of the comedy’s second season early next year.
 
TVGuide signed syndication agreements with Variety, the Seattle Post-Intelligencer, the Minneapolis Star-Tribune and Voxtant, licensing its online program listings grid and additional editorial and video content.
 
The NHL is launching a series of interactive widgets powered by Gydgets built to pull live content from NHL.com to social networking sites or blogs. The widgets can provide breaking news, schedule info and links to purchase tickets.
 

Google is in talks with American Idol creator Simon Fuller to form a new joint venture that “could change the way TV is watched over the internet,” according to UK paper The Guardian. There are few details in the piece, though, and reality/internet projects such as AOL’s Gold Rush venture with Mark Burnett have met with mixed success at best thus far. Mr. Fuller will also receive the Producers Guild of America’s 2008 Visionary Award for his efforts in the reality space, the PGA announced.
 

 
Intel unveiled a new line of microprocessor chips optimized to deliver HD video over the internet. Built utilizing a new formula that harnesses more of the chips’ electrical power, the processors will first be used in servers and high-end desktops to compress online video. But it should only be a matter of time before they trickle down to consumer-grade PCs.
 
Seattle-based Medio Systems and Shanghai-based mInfo Inc. are partnering on both technical and business levels to jointly develop a new mobile search, ad and content delivery platform for the Chinese market.
 
Another women’s online destination SheKnows.com acquired Soaps.com. The AtomicOnline division will add the popular soap opera site to its stable of vertical brands, which includes families.com, pregnancyandbaby.com and fabulousfoods.com.
 

 
New York-based Mammoth Advertising launched an online ad campaign to promote CBS/Paramount’s Oct. 30 release of the Twin Peaks Gold Box DVD. Fans are invited to create their own coffee-themed video mash-up using clips from the show or their own original scenes. First prize is a year’s supply of David Lynch’s organically grown coffee. Go to JumpCut.com to join in.
 

Internet advertising exceeded $5.2 billion for the 3rd quarter in the U.S., according to new figures released yesterday from the IAB and PricewaterhouseCoopers, a $1.1 billion or 25.3% increase over Q2 2006. Revenues for the first nine months of 2007 totaled $15.2 billion, up nearly 26 percent over the $12.1 billion recorded for the same period in 2006. Search continues to make up about 40% of all internet ad revenue.
 

 
TV Guide Network promoted Kristin Peace to VP/Development, Acquisitions and Broadband Development. She will continue to report to Matt Singerman, Senior Vice President, Programming, TV Guide Network.
 
Meredith Corporation upped Kieran G. Clarke to EVP & GM of Meredith Video Solutions, the company’s in-house production unit that creates broadcast quality video based on Meredith’s magazine brands for multi-platform outlets such as Better.tv and Parents.tv. Kieran will continue to serve as VP and GM of KPTV FOX-12, KPDX MYN-49 and LivePDX.com in Portland, OR.
 
Longtime Rainbow Media communications executive Matthew Frankel will join The Weinstein Company as SVP/Corporate Affairs effective Nov. 26, 2007. He will be based in New York, reporting to the company’s co-chairmen Harvey and Bob Weinstein.
 

 
A group of WGA East writers launched their own strikenotes blog to get their two cents in about the strike. A posting made yesterday applauds an EW Online editorial for calling attention to the point that the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers allegedly wants to offer writers zero percentage of online ad revenue obtained from video streaming. (It also notes that this week’s print edition of EW tells a different story.) Meanwhile Buffy The Vampire creator Joss Whedon can be seen on the WGA’s YouTube channel arguing the point that writers are simply asking for a percentage of residual sales – meaning studios will only have to pay out after they clear a profit.
 
Clarification : Apparently EW Online wasn’t so accurate in its report regarding the Lost Missing Pieces up now on ABC.com. Verizon Wireless VCast subscribers are getting to see them exclusively for a week before they’re made available online.
 
Later — Wayne
Wayne Karrfalt for Cynopsis: Digital
11.13.07

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JOB OPENING:  CREATIVE, OFF-AIR DIRECTOR/Discovery Communications/LA: Requires Creative Off-Air Director for the TLC network to oversee all on-air graphics, print design & show packaging. Apply: discovery.com/careers Req# 5930. (11/20)

JOB OPENING:  MARKETING LINE PRODUCER/Discovery Communications/LA: Requires Marketing Line Producer to handle all physical aspects of film, HD and print shoots for TLC marketing. Apply: discovery.com/careers Req# 5982. (11/20)

JOB OPENING:  ASSOC. DIR Research dept /PBS/Arlington VA: Provide customer support with research consultation and management of strategic research studies for the PBS Programming dept. To apply visit www.pbs.org/jobs (11/20)

JOB OPENING:  DIRECTOR, CONSUMER MKTG/VERSUS/Philly: Direct development/execution of consumer & affiliate/ad trade mktg campaigns for network programming and trade efforts. 10+ yrs  exper. EEO/AA/Drug Free.  Apply www.versus.com (11/20)

JOB OPENING:  MEDIA PLANNER/Orange County, CA: minimum 3-5 years experience at large agency. Broadcast, Online, Print and OOH experience with knowledge of Strata Software and strong excel skills. www.disneycareers.com (11/17)

JOB OPENING:  SALES EXEC/NeuLion/LI: (www.neulion.com) new media sales experience preferred. Must be able to prospect, qualify and close new opportunities. Content Delivery Network (CDN) exp a plus. Email Res to [email protected]  (11/17)

JOB OPENING:  GENERAL SALES MANAGER/KSBI TV/DT-OKC: Must be a highly skilled leader/proven record of revenue success & sales strategies. 10+ yrs exp req’d. BA preferred. Tremendous opportunities. Send resume to: [email protected] (11/17)

JOB OPENING:  POST PRODUCER/STORY EDITOR: Successful cable competition reality show. Excellent story skills required. Will also liaison with field team, produce dailies during shoot. NYC only. Jan to June. [email protected]   (11/17)

JOB OPENING:  SR RESEARCH ANALYST & ANALYST/Discovery Nets/NY: Min 2yrs research exp. Proficiency in Nielsen systems required. Strong analytical/communication/computer and presentation skills. Apply: [email protected] (11/17)

JOB OPENING:  MGR, COMMUNICATIONS/COMEDY CENTRAL/CENTURY CITY: Degree in Communications, PR or related area or equivalent exp required.  Min of  2 -5 years PR exp at management level.  Job description at www.mtvncareers.com (11/17)

JOB OPENING:  RESEARCH DIRECTOR/COMCAST NETWORKS/NY: 8+ yrs Exp w/Nielsen Systems, Ratings Estimates, StarTrak, MRI, Simmons, etc.: Contact: [email protected] (11/17)

JOB OPENING: LICENSING MGR/ SR.MGR /Classic Media/NYC: 3-5 yrs brand, character, ent lic exp; Manage licensee relationships; Solicit new biz & negotiate deals; dynamic, self starters apply to: [email protected]  (11/16)

JOB OPENING: LICENSING COOR/Classic Media/NYC: Min 2 yrs exp; Familiar with lic process; Correspond w licensees; Gen admin support + projects; Excellent org & comm skills req’d; MS Office; apply: [email protected] (11/16)

JOB OPENING: COMM SUPERVISOR/NATGEO CH Press outreach;generate PR matrls, mng online press site, events, photos and fulfillmnt of press matrls; sprvs vendors; BA/strg written skills req;3+yrs exp PR/cable a +. www.FoxCareers.com (11/16)

JOB OPENING: SPRVSR CLIENT SVC/ESPN/NYC: Mng CSRs day-to-day traffic issues & inventory issues & problem solve to ensure resolutions. 2- to 3-yrs of related administrative or sales support exp.  Res to: [email protected]   (11/16)

JOB OPENING: BROADCAST & CABLE TV BUSINESS ANALYST NYC: Multiple- Ad Sales and/or traffic system exp. Use case development, gap analysis, software vendor assessment, requirement gathering. [email protected] 860 632 3707.  (11/16)

JOB OPENING: EXP’D PRODUCERS & AP’S/Top-Rated Syndicated daytime Court show: Daytime Talk or Court experience a must. Production begins in LA mid-Jan. Please email: [email protected] (11/16)

JOB OPENING:  MARKETING MANAGER/Collective Media/NY: 3+ yrs experience in Online Advertising a plus; Write, re-write and/or edit marketing materials; detail oriented. Apply at: www.collective-media.com (11/16)

JOB OPENING:  EP for MythBusters-type show/San Fran: Travel req’d.  EP credits, strong story skills, proven ability to run lg prod team & hands-on post abilities a must. Fascination w/mech & science pref. Apply: [email protected] (11/16)

JOB OPENING: TEMP RSRCH POSITION (3 Mnths)/ABC/NY: Detail-oriented, ability to prioritize & multi-task; analyze ratings data & provide Sales & PR support.Knwldg of Galaxy & NPower.1-3 yrs exp.  Resume: [email protected]    (11/15)

JOB OPENING: ONLINE MEDIA MANAGER/iN DEMAND/ NY, NY:  Project lead for online storefront & product mgr.  BA in technology.  3-5 yrs exp in media/online/software.  Apply at:  [email protected] (11/15)

JOB OPENING: COORD, PTNR MKTG/MTV Networks, NY: Channel Promo (LOGO), Local Ad Sales, Marketing Cmpgns, Liaise with LGBT Org., Point Person for Creative, 2-3yrs work exp, Apply on-line: www.mtvncareers.com (11/15)

JOB OPENING: TEMP TRAFFIC SUP/VOOM HD/NYC: Liaison between Promo Planning & Creative Services. Detailed, able to prioritize & multi-task. Min of 3 yrs exp in promo planning & scheduling. Adv’d Excel a +.  [email protected]   (11/15)

JOB OPENING: ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE/Outdoor Channel, NYC: Immediate opening for seasoned, aggressive, self-starter Nat’l sales experience req. Heavy client/planning selling. Travel req. Pls send resume to: [email protected] (11/15)

JOB OPENING: SALES PLANNER/Outdoor Channel, NYC: Create proposals, mkgds, manage adu, 3+ yrs exp cable sales or buying, detailed oriented, media math skills. Dealmaker exp a +. Resume: [email protected] (11/15)

JOB OPENING:  SR. WRITER/PRODUCER/Discovery Communications/Silver Spring MD: Conceive, write, produce TV & radio campaigns for TLC Marketing. Apply: discovery.com/careers Req #5933  (11/15)

JOB OPENING: DIRECTOR OF PRODUCTION/Discovery communications/Silver Spring MD: Manage all aspects of marketing production. Apply: discovery.com/careers Req. #5981 (11/15)

JOB OPENING: DIGITAL MEDIA ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE/CBS-3 Philadelphia: Min 2 yrs online ad exp req’d. BS/BA deg. pref’d. Aggressively pursue digital media ad sales. Visit   www.cbs3.com/jobs for full details. EEO ADA M/F (11/15)

JOB OPENING: SR. PRICING AND PLANNING ANALYST/FOX/NY: Inventory management & clearance; make goods, availability reports, ad hoc reporting.Media sls exper & knowledge of sls inventory mgmt syst pref. www.foxcareers.com (11/14)

JOB OPENING: TRAFFIC COORDINATOR/Hallmark Channel/NY: Edits daily broadcast logs; executes agency traffic instructions; maintains commercial inventory. See full posting and apply at www.hallmarkchannel.com (11/14)

JOB OPENING: ACCT MGR/HBO/ATL, GA: Oversee Comcast Southern Region acct, develop subscriber growth strategies, market new revenue & enhance products. Req: 6+ yrs sales/mktg exp, College Degree. Resume: [email protected] (11/14)

JOB OPENING: ON-LINE AD SALES MGR./Scholastic Inc., NY: Seeks smart, highly motivated salesp; Nat’l accts. 1.5 yrs on-line sales exp; & new biz dev exp a +; Excellent communication skills a must. www.scholastic.com #NY2797 EOE  (11/14)

JOB OPENING: COPYWRITER (Full Time Temp), Univision Online: 5+ yrs exp.Conceptualize and dvlp concepts & scripts in Spanish for on-air and online promotions. Must be able to multi-task. Apply [email protected] (11/14)

JOB OPENING:  FULL TIME TEMP SR PROD/COURT TV/NY: Overseeing both creative & oper’l aspects of a ntwrk wrap- around show. Mng staff of 4+. Serve as liaison between ad sales/creatives. Apply:  www.turnerjobs.com req 90504BR  (11/14)

WINTER AND SPRING INTERNSHIPS – These positions are for credit only – nobody gets paid here. They are 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] .

SPRING INTERNSHIP CREDITS ONLY:  Montel Williams Office. NY, NY:  Seeking interns for Spring’08. Must be able to receive college credit and commit 2 days p/w. Duties include answering phones, writing, research, etc. Email [email protected]   (11/16)

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SITUATION WANTED: MEDIA MARKETING PRO, 25+ years net/local broadcast, cable, studio, agency experience seeks position or consultancy. Contact: [email protected] (11/20)

SITUATION WANTED: We will produce broadcast-quality short videos to elevate your business’s profile in the online community, particularly among consumers of edgy comedic content. http://acutepsychosis.wordpress.com (11/20)

SITUATION WANTED: PROGRAMMING EXECUTIVE, 20 plus years cable, broadcast, distribution and sales experience seeks position or consultancy. Contact: [email protected] (11/17)

SITUATION WANTED: PRODUCER/DIRECTOR/LA: broadband/video producer looking for contract base/freelance projects. Current clients include MTV Networks. See reel at  www.greytv.com/samples.php Contact: [email protected] for resume (11/17)

SITUATION WANTED: SEASONED PROD/SHOW RUNNER: Network & Cable exp. in Docusoap, Lifestyle, Makeover, Competition shows.Creative, resonant leader. Hawkish eye on budget. Los Angeles/NYC. [email protected] (11/16)

SITUATION WANTED: PROGRAMMING EXECUTIVE: 20 plus years cable, broadcast, distribution and sales experience seeks position or consultancy. Contact: [email protected] (11/16)

SITUATION WANTED: LEGAL BUSINESS AFFAIRS CONSULTANT:  Over 20 years diversified exp in cable, broadband, broadcast.  Effective, efficient, creative advice and deal making.  Contact:  [email protected]  (11/14)

SITUATION WANTED: Seasoned ASSISTANT/PROJECT MANAGER: Excellent Organizational skills, Flexible, Can solve any issue, Sense of humor, Create and maintain all aspects of Projects and Creative. contact: [email protected] (11/14)

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