Cynopsis: Classified

 

Advantage

11.15.11

Good morning it’s Tuesday, November 15, 2011, and this is your weekly issue of Cynopsis: Classified Advantage!

Last week’s article, An Open Letter to HR People, received more emails than any other article in the last six months. Most of them thanked Cynopsis for writing the article and told horror stories of bad interviewers. I also received several emails from HR professionals, some that agreed with the article others that didn’t. Here is one that didn’t but makes some very interesting points.

Dear Candidate,

To answer the issues in your letter, I have chosen certain points that you need have a reality check on.

If I am sitting when you come into my office, do not be offended if I do not get up. I am doing my job and half the job of someone that has been laid off in my department! Ok, Mr. or MS. Really? If you have John on the top of your resume, that is what I am going to call you. This is not a social event, this is an interview.

I will ask you about your biggest weakness! Is it a dumb question? Yes and No. I want to see how you handle the question. If I am seeing 10 people today, 7 of you have to be voted off the island. The fastest way to get voted off the island, is you voting yourself off. The two questions I use are the WEAKNESS and WHY YOU ARE NO LONGER AT YOUR LAST JOB, or WHY ARE YOU LOOKING TO LEAVE YOUR JOB. If you are not prepared with a weakness, you say the first thing that pops in your head, which by the way is detrimental to the job you are interviewing for. Why you are gone from any job on your resume; this is where the anger, hurt, and ill will of former companies comes out. I don’t need the whole story, but you have the need to have honesty vomit and tell me EVERYTHING. Just a simple answer will do.

I am glad you have done your research, but surprisingly, most people do not! I will read your resume in front of you because there is certain information on there that I will want to ask you about.

I am not going to explain our hiring process to you. If you want to know, then you ask. And ask if it is alright to follow up after that.

I WILL NEVER tell a candidate that I am not considering them for this job. I do not know HOW YOU ARE GOING TO REACT. I wish all candidates would be grownup and professional!

If you have a pitch, it is YOUR JOB, not mine to say it. I am not a dentist trying to pull teeth out of you.

Putting you at ease? Really? Would you like me to have cookies and milk for you? This is an interview! Not story time before going to bed. Every candidate is nervous. That is a given. Use that energy to be ON, attentive and alive!

Three things all candidates need to remember before going into an interview:

• There is high interest level in you as a candidate.
• Who trained the person interviewing you? Probably no one.
• The person interviewing you could be as nervous as you are.Not the HR person since they generally interview people all the time, but the hiring managers could be the nervous ones.

Things you must do before leaving an interview:

• Thank me for my time. Show respect.
• Shake my hand.
• Get my card. Spell my name properly.
• Ask what the hiring process is. If I say next Friday we will decide who is coming back, you should ask if it ok to follow up on that following Tuesday if you haven’t heard from me. And then call that Tuesday. The reality is I want this done quickly. The real reality is that this is not the most important thing on my desk. It never happens in the time frame we want it to happen in.
• CLOSE THE DEAL! Do you want the job? Then tell me! WRITE A THANK YOU NOTE IF YOU WANT THE JOB. Most candidates do not write one! Even in this market.

Next Issue: The Follow up to the Follow up.

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] .

 

With the economy stubbornly stuck in neutral and even more graduates flooding the work force, the competition for available positions is fiercer than ever. In 2010, the average number of applicants for each job was nearly 70, up from 48 in 2009. I shudder to think what the latest statistics would reveal.

If you’re conducting a job search, you should assume you will be vying against as many as 100 worthy competitors, many who are as qualified perhaps even more so than you are.

So how can you stand out from the crowd? By showcasing your leadership skills. Hiring managers aren’t just looking to fill slots, they are searching for future leaders who can help them take their companies to the next level.

What traits are they looking for?

Recently, PsychTests.com, a firm specializing in personality, career, and IQ assessments, conducted a survey into what separated great leaders from the also-rans. Here are the traits that topped their list:

Goal setting.
Prospective employers look for new hires who can set goals and create a workable action plan to achieve them.

Motivating others.
The ability to motivate others to work toward a common goal is a key leadership trait that will make you stand out to the hiring manager. Provide examples of times that you have rallied the troops to get them excited about completing an important project.

Coaching.
A good leader is willing and able to help the other members of their team develop to their greatest potential.

Problem solving.
Every project has its obstacles. A leader will attack them with gusto and refuse to let them get in the way of meeting the deadline for completing the project and achieving his or her objectives.

Vision.
In order to lead, you must be able to see where you are going. How clear is your vision when you are working on a project? Can you visualize the end result?

Setting an example.
Leaders lead by example. Your team is looking to you to demonstrate the behaviors that they should be emulating. What do they see?

Agreeableness.
The ability to get along well with others is a key trait that human resources managers look for when deciding which candidate to hire for a position. Conflicts between employees will make their own jobs more difficult.

Conscientiousness.
Attention to details is an important leadership trait. You don’t want to micromanage everything, but you do need to be a careful planner and be diligent about following up to ensure that everything is on schedule.

Open-mindedness.
Good leaders are open to new ideas and thoughts. They listen to input from others instead of limiting themselves to what they think they know.

The more you personify these leadership traits throughout your job search, the more likely you’ll stand out from the dozens of others fighting for the same position.

Joel Garfinkle is the author of 7 books and an inspirational and motivational keynote speaker. He has over 17 years’ experience in the job search and career transition field. Joel’s 9-Step Job Search Program helps all job hunters land the best job quickly.

I’ve compiled a hefty list of companies I’d like to work for, and I am starting to see some jobs I would like to apply to at them. The problem I’ve noticed is that I don’t know when to actually start applying for these open positions. I expect to finish school in late April 2012 with my Communications degree, so when would be the best time to start sending out my resume?

Start applying now. While most people will wait to do a job search a few weeks before or even after they graduate, you’ll be ahead of them by starting early. The job search process takes a tremendous amount of time and energy. By starting early, you’ll gain three things:

More information about the field and companies to help you improve your chances of getting employed quickly.

Grow and expand your network so more desired opportunities come your way.

Have time to customize your resume for each position.

Once you secure the interview, the hiring process can take months so you’ll be glad you started early.

One other question I have is pertaining to informational interviews. I’ve had a few already, but I got them through referrals. How can I go about requesting these on my own? One network I really want to work for is Showtime, and I saw on LinkedIn they had an employee in a department I’m interested in that was an alumni from my school. Would it be inappropriate to request an informational interview with her? If not, how would I go about asking?

Yes, I do recommend you asking for an informational interview. The key will be to put your school in the subject line so she will be more inclined to open the email. The first paragraph should include the school you both went to and anything from your background that will enhance your credibility.

Also, try to include anything that you both have in common while attending school, such as belonging to the same organizations, having the same major, earning similar awards or scholarships, etc. The more “connections” you can establish, the more likely she’ll be inclined to “help out a fellow alum.”

I am a 55 year old who feels much younger than I look. I am currently looking for a job, to what extent should I go to make myself look younger? Dye my gray hair? Update my wardrobe? Are more people getting plastic surgery to look younger for interviews? Are there any industries that value expensive experience over cheap youth?

You don’t want anything to get in the way of you getting the job you want. Thus, if your age would be an impediment, you need to focus on minimizing this as a hindrance. This is what I recommend: Make your wardrobe up-to-date. When you go shopping, invite a younger friend along who is more aware of current styles. Find a department store with a sales person who can provide you with a wardrobe the will make you look sharp today.

Review how you look. Ask friends, family members and even your hairstylist what about your look could be improved upon. Do you get rid of glasses and have contacts. Do you dye your hair? Do you change your haircut to look more fashionable?

Besides adjusting your wardrobe and look, it’s vital that you let your younger attitude come across in the interview. How you act and feel has as much importance as anything else.

Joel Garfinkle’s proven 10-Step Salary Negotiation Program teaches salary negotiation strategies to help you get the pay, benefits and perks that you deserve. Hundreds of clients have benefited from Joel’s program. Click here for to view his article: Tips on Asking for a Raise.

Have a question for our experts? Send it to [email protected]

JOB OF THE WEEK…

 

OTHER INDUSTRY JOBS OF INTEREST…

organize the timely planning and scheduling of Lifetime Movie Network (LMN) for approval by the SVP
Director – Scheduling 113794
Lifetime Marketing
NYC NY
http://www.aetn.com/careers.html

negotiate carriage agreements/renewals with mid-sized distributors
Director, National Accounts 113803
Lifetime Marketing
NYC NY
http://www.aetn.com/careers.html

manage ideation process and delivery of multi-platform marketing packages for History advertisers
Sr. Manager, Partnerships 113923
Lifetime Marketing
NYC NY
http://www.aetn.com/careers.html

negotiating and drafting of distribution agreements directly with distributors across all platforms
Distribution Counsel, Legal & Business Affairs 103642
Lifetime Marketing
NYC NY
http://www.aetn.com/careers.html

responsible for collecting and analyzing social media data and contributing to cross-platform presentations
Analyst, Brand & Multiplatform Research
Turner Broadcasting
NYC NY
http://www.turner.com/careers/#/careers/job-search

responsible for expanding research support for CNN brand, multiplatform, and social media initiatives
Director, Brand & Multiplatform Research
Turner Broadcasting
NYC NY
http://www.turner.com/careers/#/careers/job-search

manage multiple mobile projects from creation through launch
Sr Manager, Mobile News & Business 7044BR
CBS Corporation
NYC NY
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

generate process audit reports and continuously update and manage department audit and internal control procedures
Travel & Entertainment Process and Reporting Analyst/Auditor 9775BR
CBS Corporation
NYC NY
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

demonstrate value of Cox Media products and take initiative to find growth opportunities and recommend solutions based on analysis of secondary research data
Marketing Analyst CM0233
CBS Corporation
NYC NY
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

responsible for maintaining and growing revenue for BBC across our suite of web and mobile properties
Digital Account Executive
BBC America
NYC NY
http://www.bbcamerica.com/employment.jsp

act as the single point of contact for the North American sales teams to maximize new opportunities and ensure deal execution from a product perspective
Product Manager, BBC.com
BBC America
NYC NY
http://www.bbcamerica.com/employment.jsp

works with EVP Communications to create and implement BBC Worldwide America’s pro-active publicity strategy in line with the positioning and priorities for each business
VP Publicity
BBC America
NYC NY
http://www.bbcamerica.com/employment.jsp

responsible for the total national sales efforts for the various placed based media networks and digital out of home assets that are represented by ABC Regional Sports & Entertainment Sales
V.P./National Sales Mgr 9715BR
Walt Disney Corporation
NYC NY
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/who.html

negotiate collective bargaining agreements, both as primary negotiator and in support roles
Executive Counsel 8862BR
Walt Disney Corporation
NYC NY
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/who.html

works closely with Sales, Marketing, and the producers to create “added values,” promotional deals, and sponsorships
Daytime Programming Executive 3927BR
Walt Disney Corporation
NYC NY
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/who.html

requests, traffics, and tests creative assets and ensures that assigned advertisements are uploaded to the server and are executed as agreed
Account Manager, Ad Operations 444BR
DIMG
NYC NY
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/who.html

responsible for development of the short and long term benefit strategies and plan designs that promote efficient use of all benefit plans for non-U.S. employees
Director, International Employee Benefits
MTV Networks
NYC NY
http://www.mtvnetworkscareers.com/jobs-at-mtv-networks/

play a key role in all phases of the product life cycle from product strategy and vision to execution and launch, through servicing, maintaining, and evolving the product post-launch
Director, Mobile and Emerging Platforms
MTV Networks
NYC NY
http://www.mtvnetworkscareers.com/jobs-at-mtv-networks/

partner with end users and stakeholders to design business need driven analytics solutions that leverage Omniture
Analytics Solutions Director
MTV Networks
NYC NY
http://www.mtvnetworkscareers.com/jobs-at-mtv-networks/

develop Weekly Media Plans, with an awareness of our strategy
On-Air Scheduling
MTV Networks
NYC NY
http://www.mtvnetworkscareers.com/jobs-at-mtv-networks/

contributes to defining and driving the overall digital strategy for all of The Americas markets and brands
VP, Digital Media
MTV Networks
NYC NY
http://www.mtvnetworkscareers.com/jobs-at-mtv-networks/

management of all technical development related to our Social Media platform
Vice President, Social Media Technology
MTV Networks
NYC NY
http://www.mtvnetworkscareers.com/jobs-at-mtv-networks/

oversees implementation and execution of all active and pending campaigns
Digital Media Sales Rep FNG0000789
Fox Networks
NYC NY
http://www.foxcareers.com/#/home

develop, concept and create presentation materials for use in pitching and selling-in creative and marketing ideas to clients
Director, Presentations Integrated Media Agency 3126BR
NBCUniversal
NYC NY
http://www.nbcunicareers.com/

collaborate with sales, marketing and network management to help shape the future of the network and its surrounding digital, social, and ancillary businesses
Senior Director, Ad Sales Research, Style and Sprout 1982BR
NBCUniversal
NYC NY
http://www.nbcunicareers.com/

manage all day to day functions of the Syfy/Chiller program research team
Vice President, Syfy Program Research 2568BR
NBCUniversal
NYC NY
http://www.nbcunicareers.com/

responsible for driving innovation and the accompanying advanced advertising solutions
Director, Emerging Media 3488BR
NBCUniversal
NYC NY
http://www.nbcunicareers.com/

prepare monthly financial statements including the preparation of journal entries
Finance
NBA
NYC NY
http://careers.peopleclick.com/careerscp/client_nba/external/search.do

act as an internal advocate for external demand clients
Account Director- Strategic Partnerships
AppNexus
NYC NY
http://www.appnexus.com/careers/jobs/?jvi=oXbBVfwo

manage the delivery of all projects for Strategic Accounts
Senior Project Manager
AppNexus
NYC NY
http://www.appnexus.com/careers/jobs/?jvi=oXbBVfwo

design and execute a comprehensive communication strategy that aligns with the marketing plan and broader business strategy
Corporate Communications Director
AppNexus
NYC NY
http://www.appnexus.com/careers/jobs/?jvi=oXbBVfwo

perform analyses by processing large amounts of operational and business transactions, reconcile against multiple data sources, and recognize trends, while being creative in finding new ways to interpret data
Sales Operations Analyst
AppNexus
NYC NY
http://www.appnexus.com/careers/jobs/?jvi=oXbBVfwo

drive the technical qualification and closure aspects of the sales cycle while meeting revenue goals and winning strategic deals
Manager/Director Pre-Sales Engineering
AppNexus
NYC NY
http://www.appnexus.com/careers/jobs/?jvi=oXbBVfwo

qualify, scope, prioritize, qualify, and allocate resources for new programs
Senior Program Manager
AppNexus
NYC NY
http://www.appnexus.com/careers/jobs/?jvi=oXbBVfwo

assist with monthly closing of financial records and posting of month end information
Financial Analyst
AppNexus
NYC NY
http://www.appnexus.com/careers/jobs/?jvi=oXbBVfwo

manage revenue recognition and monthly billing according to client’s contracts
Senior Accountant
AppNexus
NYC NY
http://www.appnexus.com/careers/jobs/?jvi=oXbBVfwo

provide regular and consistent engagement with clients around all aspects of social programming
Associate Director, Social Media 10029
Razorfish
NYC NY
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/10029/job

responsible primarily for identifying prospects for online-Ad Sales to closing deals
Digital Sales – Account Executive 93
BET Networks
NYC NY
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA2/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BET&cws=1&rid=93

oversee post production and technical operational functions for Creative Services & other facility occupants
Director of Post Operations 116
BET Networks
NYC NY
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA2/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BET&cws=1&rid=116

act as a true generalist and HR partner for the ad sales department
HR Director- Ad Sales 118
BET Networks
NYC NY
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA2/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BET&cws=1&rid=118

receive and coordinate all music video submissions from major labels
Music Programming Coordinator 121
BET Networks
NYC NY
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA2/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BET&cws=1&rid=121

project manage advertiser campaign research on Hulu, from study design and inception through completion
Advertising Research Manger
Hulu
NYC NY
http://www.hulu.com/jobs

develop and drive media strategies for client account
Account Manager – Display Media
Organic
London England
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ORGANIC&cws=1&rid=5152

brainstorm with other departments to come up with innovative new products or enhancements to existing products
Concept Developer I 5916BR
ESPN
Bristol CT
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/who.html

perform hands-on statistical analyses on large volumes of transaction and customer level data
Consultant, Insights 10070
Razorfish
Philadelphia PA
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/10070/job

counsels, orientates, and trains managers and supervisors on the interpretation and administration of Human Resources policies
Human Resources Manager
Comcast
Philadelphia PA
http://www.comcast-jobs.com/

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
Content Clearance Analyst 115
BET Networks
Washington DC
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA2/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=BET&cws=1&rid=115

design and perform campaign/line of business analysis, interpret results and develop recommendations for internal and external stakeholders
Senior Analyst
Organic
Washington DC
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ORGANIC&cws=1&rid=4978

prepare and present impactful multi-media advertising campaign proposals to client decision makers
Business Development Consultant 38720
Cox Careers
Chesapeake VA
http://www.cox.com/coxcareer/search.asp

new business development, maintaining existing accounts, and meeting revenue budgets
Account Executive FNG0000433
Fox Networks
Charlotte NC
http://www.foxcareers.com/#/home

utilizes Nielsen and StarTrak software to analyze competitive landscape in order to understand opportunities for SPEED
Research Analyst FNG0000795
Fox Networks
Charlotte NC
http://www.foxcareers.com/#/home

provide implementation services for our most sophisticated client programs
Educational Specialist 4516
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Atlanta GA
http://careers.hmhco.com/job/Atlanta-Educational-Specialist-Job-GA-30301/1492980/

responsible for strengthening and maintaining FOX Sports South’s position as a leading influencer among local sports fans and a conduit to their hometown teams
Manager of Communications and Social Media FNG0000649
Fox Networks
Atlanta GA
http://www.foxcareers.com/#/home

manage Cox development of advertising-related interactive video services which are initiated by the advertising sales management team
Senior Manager, Interactive Advertising Video Services Development 37646
Cox Careers
Atlanta GA
http://www.cox.com/coxcareer/search.asp

responsible for managing more complex web development engagements including, but not limited to, package software implementations
Senior Project Manager 10058
Razorfish
Atlanta GA
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/10058/job

works with discipline leads in creative, online media, engineering, and business development to formulate marketing strategy
Director, Strategy
Organic
Detroit MI
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ORGANIC&cws=1&rid=5015

produces live shows, pre-game shows, magazine shows, specials and news
Producer FNG0000659
Fox Networks
Chicago IL
http://www.foxcareers.com/#/home

develop and execute a comprehensive creative plan designed to implement the activities outlined in the master integrated marketing plan
Creative Designer, Marketing
Vibes
Chicago IL
http://www.vibes.com/mobile_marketing_company/careers

serve as the key client contact and own short-term and long-term client service relationship and mobile marketing strategy for multiple accounts
Account Manager, Client Service
Vibes
Chicago IL
http://www.vibes.com/mobile_marketing_company/careers

planning and placement of various media buys spanning multiple channels and markets
Media Buyer
Vibes
Chicago IL
http://www.vibes.com/mobile_marketing_company/careers

collect feedback from clients, consumers, and Vibes’ Client Services team and translate user needs to product requirements
Business Analyst
Vibes
Chicago IL
http://www.vibes.com/mobile_marketing_company/careers

drive revenue through the development and execution of effective sales strategy, sales process and closing of new business contracts for mobile marketing and advertising programs
Sr. Sales Director, Mobile Solutions
Vibes
Chicago IL
http://www.vibes.com/mobile_marketing_company/careers

counsels, orientates, and trains managers and supervisors on the interpretation and administration of Human Resources policies
Senior Manager, Human Resources
Comcast
Pittsburgh PA
http://www.comcast-jobs.com/

contribute to digital product roadmaps, and support all areas of activity
Requirement Analyst/Business Analyst 4487
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Austin TX
http://careers.hmhco.com/job/Austin-Requirement-AnalystBusiness-Analyst-Job-TX-73301/1488404/

responsible for establishing and managing relationships with key business partners across North America
Director, Strategic Alliances 10072
Razorfish
Austin TX
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/10072/job

responsible for directing the national sales efforts of KTAZ-39 and KHRR-40
National Sales Manager 3472BR
NBCUniversal
Phoenix AZ
http://www.nbcunicareers.com/

project manage new customer implementations
Implementation Consultant
AppNexus
Seattle WA
http://www.appnexus.com/careers/jobs/?jvi=oXbBVfwo

support execution against a strategic account plan; set and achieve quarterly objectives
Strategic Account Manager
AppNexus
Seattle WA
http://www.appnexus.com/careers/jobs/?jvi=oXbBVfwo

be part of the transition and launch team that is tasked with building a large-scale ad operations, reporting, and account management service offering
Senior Digital Account Manager 9398
Razorfish
Seattle WA
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/9398/job

provide support and implementation service to school districts throughout the state of Washington to assist them in making excellent data driven decisions using a proven technology platform and other Riverside product offerings
Account Manager 4474
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Seattle WA
http://careers.hmhco.com/job/Seattle-Account-Manager-Job-WA-98101/1491492/

the primary contact and ultimate point of accountability with key Razorfish’s clients
SVP, Client Engagement 9908
Razorfish
Portland OR
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/9908/job

be involved from content sourcing through launch, and be the central touchpoint both outside and within the organization for the all things related to content during its life on Hulu
Business Development – Content
Hulu
Los Angeles CA
http://www.hulu.com/jobs

build effective partnerships: Own and manage a set of partner relationships with the objective to maximize the value of those partnerships for both Hulu and the partners
Content Partner Manager
Hulu
Los Angeles CA
http://www.hulu.com/jobs

analyze international territories to assess: market attractiveness; competitive landscape; consumer value proposition of Hulu offerings; general strategy and outlook for Hulu expansion
International Business Development Manager
Hulu
Los Angeles CA
http://www.hulu.com/jobs

track multiple inter-dependent projects originating in different time zones
Program Manager – International
Hulu
Los Angeles CA
http://www.hulu.com/jobs

provide full life cycle, high volume recruiting support for a wide range of departments
Senior Recruiter
Hulu
Los Angeles CA
http://www.hulu.com/jobs

design tools to aid in the analysis and consumption of big data
Technical Program Manager – Analytics
Hulu
Los Angeles CA
http://www.hulu.com/jobs

calculating complex license fees, invoicing, collection efforts and resolving discrepancies.
Financial Analyst FFE0000653
Fox Networks
Los Angeles CA
http://www.foxcareers.com/#/home

analyzing and assessing key trends in the quickly changing pay TV market by compiling data and producing regular and ad hoc market reports
Business Analyst, Distribution Strategy FNG0000794
Fox Networks
Los Angeles CA
http://www.foxcareers.com/#/home

lead a solution delivery team in planning, building, operating, enhancing, and sustaining the portfolio of business applications and processes for one or more designated lines of business
Vice President, Solution Delivery 10080BR
CBS Corporation
Los Angeles CA
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

selects best sources and develops a research method that provides the company with needed data about target markets, ratings and programming
SVP, Research, E!
Comcast
Los Angeles CA
http://www.comcast-jobs.com/

works in conjunction with various departments of the Company to identify and address legal and business issues such as rights
Dir, Business Affairs, Style
Comcast
Los Angeles CA
http://www.comcast-jobs.com/

provide legal counsel and advice for this division’s Digital Media, Information Technology, Operations and Research departments and will manage a team of three (3) paralegals
Attorney 1195BR
Walt Disney Corporation
Burbank CA
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/who.html

work with manager to write and publish strategic briefs for all ABC shows
Director – Marketing Strategy and Development 1522BR
Walt Disney Corporation
Burbank CA
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/who.html

develop new business and product initiatives, assess new markets and media landscape, analyze business opportunities, and develop and conduct competitive analysis
Director, Business Development 4024BR
ESPN
Burbank CA
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/who.html

develop, implement, and manage all aspects of the NBCUniversal Supplier Diversity program
Vice President, Supplier Diversity 1512BR
NBCUniversal
Universal City CA
http://www.nbcunicareers.com/

maintain an accurate and up to date sub-ledger which properly supports the GL
Senior Financial Accountant 2605BR
NBCUniversal
Universal City CA
http://www.nbcunicareers.com/

respond to new requirements for GL and Cost Center posting activities
Director, Business Integration 3459BR
NBCUniversal
Universal City CA
http://www.nbcunicareers.com/

responsible for creating, populating, maintaining and distributing schedules for USA and Emerging Networks
Manager, Program Scheduling 2811BR
NBCUniversal
Universal City CA
http://www.nbcunicareers.com/

support and partner with Finance on interfaces and the corresponding improvements
Lead, Business Integration Accounting 3481BR
NBCUniversal
Universal City CA
http://www.nbcunicareers.com/

translate approved ad sales strategies and goals into sales programs for assigned accounts and be aware of competitive ad sales practices
Account Executive 9137BR
DIMG
North Hollywood CA
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/who.html

initiate, foster, maintain and manage others toward positive working relationships with internal and external organizations critical to both current and future development process
Lead Producer 10270BR
DIMG
North Hollywood CA
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/who.html

leads the development of infrastructure strategy and architecture, service delivery standards, and procedures within the NFL Digital Media Group
Director of Infrastructure
NFL
Culver City CA
https://www.nfl.apply2jobs.com/ProfExt/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showSearchInterface

manage all aspects of the NFL Digital Media Group’s SEM practice including keyword creation, targeting and optimization to achieve defined KPIs
Director of Search Marketing & Optimization
NFL
Culver City CA
https://www.nfl.apply2jobs.com/ProfExt/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showSearchInterface

collaborate with clients and creative teams on innovative advertising solutions on the Team Sites
Ad Technology Specialist
NFL
Culver City CA
https://www.nfl.apply2jobs.com/ProfExt/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showSearchInterface

optimize campaign performance across existing marketing channels including display advertising and affiliate marketing programs
Marketing Manager, User Acquisition
NFL
Culver City CA
https://www.nfl.apply2jobs.com/ProfExt/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showSearchInterface

ensure that critical account and bank reconciliations are performed monthly and that discrepancies are resolved on a timely basis
Senior Accountant
NFL
Culver City CA
https://www.nfl.apply2jobs.com/ProfExt/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showSearchInterface

launch and oversee show from concept to execution
Executive Producer
Current
San Francisco CA
http://current.com/jobs.htm

responsible for all aspects of segment from initial pitch to air
Segment Producer / Booker
Current
San Francisco CA
http://current.com/jobs.htm

support our studio based productions, taking technical ownership of our servers, cameras, robotics, switchers, intercom, and other broadcast production gear
Senior Broadcast Engineer
Current
San Francisco CA
http://current.com/jobs.htm

manage small-to-medium projects from initiation through project completion
Project Manager
Organic
San Francisco CA
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ORGANIC&cws=1&rid=5094

responsible for maintaining and building the territory’s advertising revenue and exceeding, where possible, revenue goals
Account Manager 7981BR
CBS Corporation
San Francisco CA
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

responsible for generating sales revenue from new and existing clients for the station’s multi-platform properties
Business Development Account Manager 2733BR
NBCUniversal
San Diego CA
http://www.nbcunicareers.com/

JOB OPENING: SR MGR PARTNERSHIPS/New York: Work with Ad Sales, History to sell value based propositions to agencies/planners/internal stakeholders
https://www.abso.com/jobboard/Default.aspx?JOBBOARDID=618&JobDetail=113923   (11/19)

JOB OPENING: DIR AD SALES MKTG/HGTV&TRAVEL CHANNEL/NY: Create custom sponsorship proposals, mng prtnrshp relationships, dvlp integration & talent related plans & sweepstakes campaigns. Full details, http://www.scrippsnetworks.com (11/19)

JOB OPENING:  LEGAL COUNSEL/VIZ Media/SF: 3+ years of legal exp in merchandising, licensing, promotions, trademark, copyright and interactive media, have JD degree & CA Bar license http://www.viz.com/company/job_id_126 (11/18)

JOB OPENING:  COORD, ON-AIR PROMO/NY: Traffic and schedule on-air promo spots under direction of Dir, On-Air Promo A&E https://www.abso.com/jobboard/Default.aspx?JOBBOARDID=618&JobDetail=113545 (11/18)

JOB OPENING:  PR MANAGER/MULTIMEDIA COMPANY/NYC: Seeking rising PR pro with excellent writing skills, experience working with media and managing agencies. 6-10yrs exp. Resume: To apply: [email protected] (11/18)

JOB OPENING:  DIRECTOR, DIGITAL SALES /XOS DIGITAL/Chicago: Sell College Sports digital advertising opportunities within assigned territory to agencies/clients. Min 5 yrs dig media sales exp. Resume/cvr: [email protected] (11/18)

JOB OPENING:  SPRVSR SALES OPERATIONS/NCC/ATL: Mng day to day operational processes of Sales Ops team. 2-3 yrs operations or Sales Coord exp pref, ‘d. Strong kwldg of brdcst &/or cable sales process. Resume: [email protected] (11/18)

JOB OPENING:  PROMO COORD, INT’L/NY: Coordinate promo materials, prep video source materials for Producer/Editors in A+E Networks Int’l Mktg https://secure.sterlingdirect.com/jobboard/Default.aspx?JOBBOARDID=618&JobDetail=113122  (11/17)

JOB OPENING:  SHOWRUNNER /20 West Productions/CHICAGO:  Seeking a qualified Show Runner w/ prior experience supervising reality, design and lifestyle shows. Must work out of Chicago office. Send resume & credits to [email protected] (11/17)

JOB OPENING:  MANAGING DIR/RETRO REPORT/NYC: Searching for a solidly established leader. Build a staff, & oversee all day-to-day admin & operations. 10yrs exp journalism.Create/mng budget. Resume: To apply: [email protected] (11/17)

JOB OPENING:  SR ASSOC PRODUCER/NYC:  Conflict driven daytime talk show in search of.  Must have exp booking conflict/resolution stories. 3+ yrs exp of booking real people for talk shows . Resume: [email protected] (11/17)

JOB OPENING:  GEN MGR AD SALES/DISH Network/Chicago: Resp. for developing & growing new & existing cable/iTV Ad Sales revenue in Midwest region & managing staff of 2-3.Agency & client relationships req’d. 5+ yrs exp. Apply here.  (11/17)

JOB OPENING:  VP, TEN AD SALES RESEARCH/TURNER BROADCASTING/NY: Lead sales strategist and member of Turner Ent. Networks (TEN) ad sales & marketing leadership team. TBS, TNT & truTV. To apply, visit http://tinyurl.com/cmldwuu (11/17)

JOB OPENING:  VP, CNN AD SALES RESEARCH/TURNER BROADCASTING/NY: Essential member of the CNN Ad Sales Mgmt team providing research support of sales strategy for news. To apply, visit http://tinyurl.com/c4lqgzv (11/17)

JOB OPENING:  ASSOCIATE PRODUCER/New York: Producer needed immediately for syndicated daytime talk show. Experience booking real ppl in conflict a MUST. Resume: [email protected] (11/17)

JOB OPENING:  ACCT EXEC DIG MEDIA/NY Jets/Florham Park NJ: Create /sell integrated dig media advrtsng& promotional prgrms. Dvlp buying relationships w/ agencies & advrtsrs. 3-5 yrs related exp. Apply: www.newyorkjets.com http://www.newyorkjets.com/footer/careers.html (11/17)

JOB OPENING:  SR RSRCH ANALYST/Discovery/NY: Closely monitors Discovery Ntwrks’ rating/demo performance; interact w/all lvls in response to client specific requests; 4+yrs cable media/ad sls rsrch; www.discovery.com # 4584  (11/17)

JOB OPENING:  MGR, AD SLS REVENUE/HUB/Discovery NYC: Mng inventory & assist in deal approval process for ntwrk. Compile/analyze various strtgic reports.3+ yrs media pricing & plnng exp. www.discovery.com # 4727 (11/17)

JOB OPENING:  BUSINESS FINANCIAL ANALYST/AMC/NYC: Prepare budgets including operating expense, revenue, capital, quarterly forecasts & expense accruals. 2+yr ad sales/agency financial analysis exp. [email protected]  (11/16)

JOB OPENING:  COORD PROD/NYC: For new DT conflict/relationship talk show. Mng sev depts, be a strong writer, able to write show scripts, oversee final edits on shows. Motivate prods by dev show idea. Res: [email protected] (11/16)

JOB OPENING:  TELEVISION AD SALES REP/LA & San Diego: 5yrs+ station, cable, network sales or agency exp. Strong DRTV & Per Inquiry exp w/ current contacts. BizDev a +. Resume & comp req to: [email protected] (11/16)

JOB OPENING:  ON-AIR PROMO PREDITOR/NY: Write, produce, edit & direct promos, short form, BTS or interstitial segments. Utilize writing skills and present multiple concepts for each assignment. Apply:  www.disneycareers.com#9923 (11/16)

JOB OPENING:  DIGITAL AD OPS COORD/Sony Pictures TV/NY: work with AE on traffic, creative  apply at www.sonypicscareers.com (11/16)

JOB OPENING:  DIR SCHED/Lifetime/NY: Organize the timely plng & scheduling of Lifetime Movie Network. 4+ yrs sched exp in cable or brdcst tv. Strong knowledge of ratings & sched strategies. Apply: www.aetn.com/careers.html (11/16)

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Peter Liguori, COO at Discovery Communications will be exiting the company at the end of this year. During his time at Discovery, Peter spearheaded many initiatives globally including the company’s joint venture launches with The Hub, OWN and 3net. David Zaslav, President/CEO at Discovery Communications said, “Pete’s leadership, enthusiasm and creative vision have brought a fresh and important perspective to Discovery. Around the world, our programming, marketing and promotional efforts have greatly benefited from his energy, experience and creative eye. I am particularly grateful to Pete for tackling some pretty challenging special assignments, including the launches of our joint venture networks – The Hub, OWN and 3net. Pete is just a terrific guy and talented executive, and I want to thank him for the many significant contributions he has made at all levels of Discovery Communications.” Going forward, Discovery Communications plans on eliminating the position of COO within its management structure.

CNN appointed Eric Sherling as Director/Washington Programming. Most recently, Eric served as Executive Broadcast Producer of Good Morning America at ABC News. In his new role at CNN, Eric will manage the political programming emanating from Washington consisting of The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer, John King, USA, State of the Union with Candy Crowley and Reliable Sources. He will additionally hold a leadership role with CNN’s special campaign coverage involving debates, primary nights and Election night coverage.

Patricia Lyle was tapped as GM/Directive with Meredith Xcelerated Marketing (MXM), the worldwide full-service agency of Meredith Corporation. Patricia joins from Tribal DDB where she served as Managing Partner. At MXM, she will head the analytics and campaign management team. Patricia reports to Directive CEO Jack Wolf and MXM’s EVP/GM David Brown.

Diane Villegas began a new position at REELZCHANNEL as Director/Affiliate Marketing. The former Comcast Cable executive will be in charge of expanding the network’s distribution levels via affiliate marketing goals which Diane will create, execute and maintain.

New York-based Sound Lounge hired Jill Silberstein as Executive Producer, effective immediately. In her new position, Jill replaces Gloria Pitagorsky who departed the company in October to pursue independent projects. Jill will head daily client communications and oversee budgets for the television commercial unit. Jill will also co-lead the company’s Hispanic division with Juan Aceves and Vicky Ferraro. Jill reports to Marshall Grupp, Tom Jucarone and Peter Holcomb, all Partners at Sound Lounge.

Effective immediately, Scott Malaga was tapped as SVP/Strategic Partnerships at Intersport where he will supervise sales activities for the Sponsorship and Event Marketing unit.

Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc. named Joe Lagani to the newly-created role as Chief Revenue Officer. Joe will spearhead all advertising sales efforts in addition to cross-platform integrations and strategic brand relationships for its various media business assets including the magazines Martha Stewart Living, Martha Stewart Weddings, Whole Living and Everyday Food along with its website and iPad and iPhone apps as well as television and radio platforms.

Sony Pictures Television (SPT) handed promotions to two longtime sales executives, Flory Bramnick and Philip Martzolf. Flory was elevated to EVP/US Cable Sales and now manages all US cable sales operations for SPT. Flory will also supervise the US cable sales teams in both the New York and Los Angeles offices. Philip advances to EVP/US Syndication Sales and now heads all first-run and off-net syndicated programming sales in addition to current feature film sales and titles from SPT’s extensive library. Philip will also manage the US syndication teams based in four regional offices in Los Angeles, New York, Chicago and Atlanta. Congratulations, Flory and Philip on your well-deserved promotions!

Univision Communications added two to cover its political advertising efforts: Joe DelGrosso as EVP/Managing Director, Political & Advocacy Group and Matt Boxer as SVP/Political & Advocacy Group. Joe will lead Univision’s political task force with the goal to position Univision as a leader in this arena while Matt will manage the political sales development effort, reporting to Joe DelGrosso. Joe and Matt will be based in New York though also have offices in Washington, D.C.

Michael Waldron joins TV Land as VP/Creative Director, Design and Animation. Based in New York, Michael will report to Kim Rosenblum, EVP/Marketing and Creative. Most recently, Michael was with the creative company Nailgun* which he co-founded.

AKQA Media, the media, search and analytics unit of AKQA announced the company is hiring 15 new staffers for its practice in the next three months. The company has been bolstered in revenue growth by more than 50 percent over the previous year by servicing such clients as Audi, Clorox and Turner Broadcasting. New hires at AKQA Media in the areas of search, analytics and media buying and planning include: Shabnum Mehra as Group Media Director concentrating on social media in the US market; Allen Stern as Group Media Director to assist with leading The Clorox Company account; and Michael Mathog as Director/Analytics to head a team focused on solving online analytics problems.

Beginning November 14, Meghan Hooper takes on a new position as VP/Program Acquisitions at Lifetime Networks. Meghan will work closely with Christian Drobnyk, SVP/Scheduling and Acquisitions to manage all program acquisitions for Lifetime, Lifetime Movie Network and Lifetime Real Women. Based in New York, Meghan will also report directly to Christian Drobnyk. Meghan will join Lifetime Networks from NBCUniversal where she was Director/Program Acquisitions and Administration.

ABC News welcomes three to its ranks starting with Kelly Cobiella joining as a Correspondent based in London. For the last eight years, Kelly has been with CBS News based in Miami, Dallas and New York. ABC News also hired meteorologist Ginger Zee to the weekend edition of Good Morning America who hails from WMAQ in Chicago. Ginger begins at ABC News this Wednesday and will first appear as Weather Anchor on GMA Weekend this Saturday. Thirdly, ABC News added Bazi Kanani as a Digital Journalist based in Nairobi. Previously, Bazi was with KUSA in Denver where she was a general assignment reporter and anchor of the weekday 9p newscast.

Effective November 28, Mark Hong will become NSM at WTXF FOX 29 in Philadelphia where he will supervise National Sales efforts and report to Allyson Meyers, VP/GSM.

Later — John
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