Tuesday, November 16th, 2010


Cynopsis: Classified Advantage
11.16.10

Good morning – it’s Tuesday, November 16, 2010, and this is your weekly issue of Cyn opsis: 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. 

Levels of an Interview

I talked to my HR friend last weekend and I asked him to tell me about a great interview he conducted.

He told me of a candidate, was doing well, but then my friend asked him to describe a time when something didn’t go as planned at his job.    

The candidate said, “I received an email from my boss asking me to create a promotional video about the company.  She had several ideas and was firm on the content if not the method of presenting the content.  Then she left for an extended business trip and someone else became the point person.  Again, I was told to include certain things but the way it was presented was up to me.  I would take care of the video, and the audio would be taken care of by them, separately.  I worked on, and presented several different videos.  Though she liked them all, none of them were to her satisfaction.”

“What did you do then?” my friend asked.

“I realized that she wanted something very specific, but was having trouble explaining it to me.  Though creative and smart, she has never been involved with video production.  I then asked her to create a script that illustrated exactly what she had imagined, what graphics she wanted with what voice over and in what order.” 

”So did that solved your problem?”

”Not exactly.  Normally I would have the voice over first and work the audio, then the video.  But the person doing the voice over wasn’t immediately available and time was tight.  This makes things particularly difficult because the timing of the audio needs to match the video.  So I would have to approximate the timing and hoped it matched the voice over.”

”And did that work?”

”No, for several reasons.  First, unknown to me, I was expected to provide background music to be played under the voice over.  I chose some copyright free music that had sort of a worldly sound to it.  No one liked it.  So I asked if she could provide some suggestions for the background music, she agreed.  But I know, because I have the very same problem all the time, matching music to a video is a very difficult process.  It’s got to feel right.  So we got bogged down in the background music.  And the video needed to be completed in 36 hours.”

”So what happened then?”

”We finally found a piece a music that worked beautifully, so everything seemed to be on track, but the voice over suddenly became a problem.  Their equipment wasn’t working and they couldn’t get the script recorded.  I’m able to do decent audio from my home office, so I called my neighbor who has a booming voice and asked him to read the script.  We were done in 30 minutes and in another hour and a half, the final edit for the promotional video was done.”

”How did it turn out?”

“Really well.  We all joked that the video should be called the disaster, because it was while making it.  But because I had to do some many different versions of the same material, my knowledge of the program I used to create it, grew tremendously.  I became a better editor because of the process and the final product was much better than the first several versions.”

“Anything else good come out of it?”

“Absolutely, like I said, everyone I work with is really smart, so all of us realized that the process created the problem as much as anything.  So we now have in place a very specific schematic for the next time we need a project created.” 

My friend said the candidate passed on every criteria; that he had worked through a difficult problem without blaming anyone, he was tenacious, he improvised when needed, he recognized that even during a challenging process, he pulled some good from it and that, in unison with his bosses, created a system that would avoid the same situation from happening again.  Everything you want in a worker.

And then I realized just how good of an interviewer my friend was.  Without knowing anything about video production, he asked general questions that allowed him to assess the candidate’s knowledge and abilities, and get a good sense of what kind of worker he is. 

My friend calls them levels, and in any good interview, there has to be at least five levels to certain questions.  This is where he gathers the important information about a perspective employee, not in the original question, but deep into the levels. 

Not only do these levels allow the interviewer to assess ability, but also the intangibles that never come out in an interview unless the interviewer pursues these layers. 

Are you ready for this kind of interview?
 
Next week: Overqualified?

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] .

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] .

~ ACTIONABLE EXPERT ADVICE ~
How to Deal with Workplace Stress
by Gena Yuvette Davis

Working in the City of Angels can be far from angelic. Los Angeles ranks as the fourth largest economy and the second largest market in America. Now, combine this with the fact that L.A. is one of the top ten most populated US cities, unemployment is up, the commute is still brutal, and for those who are still employed, they must deal with more work and less resources. 

Believe it or not, there are people who still like their jobs. When the work is satisfying and advancement is evident, we are more productive and don’t mind taking on extra duties when warranted. But, with all the meetings, reports, employee problems and office politics, there is going to be a time when our jobs stress us out.  How you cope with stress will determine if you are the kind of career professional who will advance to the upper rings of senior management or die trying.

Here are a few lessons to help you deal with workplace stress:

  • Breathe – It maybe cliche but it works.  When you find yourself overwhelmed and stressed, take some deep breaths. It helps to lower your stress level.
  •  Create a schedule – If you have several projects going at once, create a timeline for when your projects are due.  Also, if at all possible, delegate projects to others.  You do not have to do everything yourself. 
  •  Learn to say “No” – There is nothing wrong with saying no if you have too much on your plate already.  Decline that extra project when your boss asks if you can take it on. You’ll save yourself from unnecessary stress and your performance on the work you do have will be better.
  • Take lunch – Many think it increases their productivity or shows commitment if they work through lunch. Well, it doesn’t. You need to eat something, taking a break and fellowship with your co-workers. This allows you to refocus and get more work done. If you are tired and hungry, you won’t be able to think and are less productive.
  • Get out of the office – If stress is getting to, leave the office for a while.  Go for a walk, go to the gym or take a nap. Do whatever you need to do to rest your mind and gain some perspective.  Once you come back to work to tackle the project, you will be more refreshed and will do a much better job.

Stress is part of our lives.  As you move up the corporate ladder, you are going to deal with more and more stress. Don’t let stress ruin your career or workplace experience. Take steps to manage your stress level.

As a certified professional coach and consultant, Gena Yuvette Davis, MBA, has been inspiring and empowering others to be their best selves for the past 8 years. Through True Synergy, Gena mentors and coaches clients in building their personal brand for career, business and corporate success. You can reach Gena at www.mytruesynergy.com or email her at [email protected].

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


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~ ASK THE EXPERTS ~
Questions from our Readers
Answered by John Cox

I know you can never be late to an interview, but how early is too early?

The general consensus is 10-15 minutes early is fine, anything over that starts to get awkward.  In parts of Japan, being early is considered as rude as being late.  But in the US, it’s good to be a little early, check in with the receptionist, sit down and calm your nerves.  Plus, there may be forms to fill out.

I have an interview with a great company, but everyone there is dressed casually. Do I wear a suit and run the risk of appearing to “conservative” or do I dress in accordance to the company’s culture and run the risk of being underdressed for the interview?

Wear a suit.  It’s always better to be overdressed than too casual, especially for an interview.  Dressed in a suit, you show the interviewer that you are serious about this job and a polo shirt and khakis simply don’t have the same impact.

John Cox is the Editor of Cynopsis Classified Advantage and produces the nightly video for Cynopsis Media.  John has presented at numerous speaking events, job fairs and colleges.  You can reach John at [email protected] .

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

 

JOB OF THE WEEK …

collaborates with VP to formulate strategic direction and plans for Disney and ESPN Media Networks marketing strategies for use by affiliates, including advertising programs, campaigns and promotions

Senior Director, Affiliate Marketing   271464
ESPN
Burbank CA

http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/index.html

OTHER INDUSTRY JOBS OF INTEREST …

the voice of the consumer and leads the rest of the company to deliver customer centric technology driven marketing solutions for our clients
Executive Director, Strategy
Organic
NYC NY
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ORGANIC&cws=1&rid=4128

successful delivery of large-scale client engagements and/or multiple smaller engagements for a single client
Senior Associate, Delivery Management
Organic
NYC NY
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ORGANIC&cws=1&rid=4566

successful delivery of large-scale client engagements and/or multiple smaller engagements for a single client
Manager, Delivery Management
Organic
NYC NY
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ORGANIC&cws=1&rid=4466

successful delivery of large-scale client engagements and/or multiple smaller engagements for a single client
Senior Associate, Delivery Management
Organic
NYC NY
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ORGANIC&cws=1&rid=4405

successful delivery of large-scale client engagements and/or multiple smaller engagements for a single client
Manager, Delivery Management
Organic
NYC NY
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ORGANIC&cws=1&rid=4320

work with licensees and agents to develop product/merchandise for HBO’s Global Licensing and Retail Division
HBO Manager, Product Development   121204BR
HBO
NYC NY
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

serve as primary liaison with ad vendors to develop new ad units on EW.com
Manager, Media Planning & Development – EW.com   120783BR
Time Inc.
NYC NY
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

direct and maintain the sale and distribution of inventory to agencies and clients to meet revenue budget requirements
Account Executive – CNN   121202BR
Turner Broadcasting
NYC NY
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

lead in the further definition, creation, and management of the Company’s global digital strategy
Chief Digital Officer, Time Inc.   121196BR
Time Inc.
NYC NY
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

work with our nationwide advertising sales staff to find solutions-based ways to grow advertising revenue across various categories of business
Senior Integrated Marketing Manager – Fortune/Money   121205BR
Time Inc.
NYC NY
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

design, deploy, and manage all pay-per-click campaigns on Google, Yahoo, Bing, and other search engines
Search Marketing Manager   121259BR
Warner Bros. Entertainment Group
NYC NY
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

play a key role in developing and implementing customer focus solutions for clients
Sr. Manager Integrated Marketing – Golf   121252BR
Time Inc.
NYC NY
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

help drive circulation revenue and profits by optimizing existing marketing in new business channels across key Lifestyle brands focusing on direct mail, magazine inserts, email, SEM and brand Web sites
Marketing Director, New Business- Southern Living   121229BR
Time Inc.
NYC NY
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

manage a senior list of individual sports and digital platforms (e.g. fantasy video, etc) to create seasonal sales decks for pre-season, regular season, playoffs, and other event coverage
Senior Manager, Digital Sponsorship Marketing   271212
ESPN
NYC NY
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/index.html

write and produce promos and branded content as part of the Logo Creative team
On-Air Promos Writer/Producer, Creative Services
MTV Networks
NYC NY
http://www.mtvnetworkscareers.com /

support the Business Development, Strategy & Operations team in identifying, analyzing and developing strategic and profitable new business opportunities Music & Logo Group Digital
Manager, Business Development, Strategy & Operations-Digital Media
MTV Networks
NYC NY
http://www.mtvnetworkscareers.com /

collaborate with a team of Web Product Managers in the evolution and optimization of online features and functionality; contribute ideas and advocate for feature improvements
Associate Producer
MTV Networks
NYC NY
http://www.mtvnetworkscareers.com /

manage and oversee digital marketing efforts for all MTV2 shows and series
Sr. Manager, Digital Marketing & Promotions
MTV Networks
NYC NY
http://www.mtvnetworkscareers.com /

conceptualize and implement marketing partnerships across MTV’s digital properties
Manager, MTV Integrated Marketing Digital
MTV Networks
NYC NY
http://www.mtvnetworkscareers.com /

responsible for maintaining our editorial standards while growing our industry-leading mobile web service
Director, Mobile Content Development   271351
ESPN
NYC NY
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/index.html

process of all change notice requests from the ad sales team
Pricing and Planning Analyst   FNG0000096
Fox Networks
NYC NY
http://www.foxcareers.com/jobSearch.html

working directly with high level clients and agency negotiators to create, negotiate and execute customized integrated proposals that will help the sales department to generate revenue and maximize the value of our clients’ media buys
Associate Director, Integrated Sales and Marketing   FNG0000106
Fox Broadcasting Company
NYC NY
http://www.foxcareers.com/jobSearch.html

client main point of contact for pre and post sales
Account Manager   NDM0000047
MySpace
NYC NY
http://www.foxcareers.com/jobSearch.html

overarching responsibility for CBS Sports, CBS College Sports Network, and MaxPreps.com mobile initiatives
Vice President, CBS Sports Mobile   5214BR
CBS Mobile
NYC NY
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

develop ideas for extended and original coverage in concert with team
Health Associate Producer   5483BR
CBS News
NYC NY
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

initiate and execute publicity campaigns
Publicist   6892BR
CBS Television Network
NYC NY
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

establish relationships at senior client levels
Customer Insight Group Consultant   8029
Razorfish
NYC NY
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/8029/job

leading and implementing initiatives designed to improve the productivity, efficiency and effectiveness of the Razorfish Search Engine Marketing organization
Search Delivery Lead   8096
Razorfish
NYC NY
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/8096/job

develop and implement designs according to creative direction and art direction for interactive marketing, online campaigns, web-based projects
Senior Designer   7972
Razorfish
NYC NY
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/7972/job

working with his/her assigned Account Supervisor to define client and advertising campaign strategies
Senior Account Manager   7711
Razorfish
NYC NY
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/7711/job

develop strategic studies and provide analytical solutions to support key site development initiatives
Senior Strategist   8095
Razorfish
NYC NY
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/8095/job

work closely with clients to identify their specific needs and business objectives, and then help identify and implement products and services that help achieve the client’s goals
Senior Account Director, Client Engagement   8094
Razorfish
NYC NY
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/8094/job

lead new business efforts with prospects, including net new clients and new buying centers within existing clients
Client Partner Client Engagement   8093
Razorfish
NYC NY
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/8093/job

assist in developing and shaping solutions for clients (web sites, web-based applications, etc.) that solve tangible business problems
Senior Functional Analyst   7712
Razorfish
NYC NY
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/7712/job

developing content strategy based on client business objectives and user needs
Senior Content Strategist   7715
Razorfish
NYC NY
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/7715/job

manage staff, workflow and department capabilities
Associate Media Director   8120
Razorfish
NYC NY
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/8120/job

responsible for the preparation of Insertion Orders and placement of advertising with media vehicle
Media Planner   8119
Razorfish
NYC NY
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/8119/job

manage media team staff and workflow across a number of Client accounts
Group Media Director   8116
Razorfish
NYC NY
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/8116/job

manage 1 to 3 Senior Media Planners and/or Media Planners and Assistant Media Planners
Senior Media Planner   8118
Razorfish
NYC NY
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/8118/job

assist Media and Sr. Media Planners on media plan development
Assistant Media Planner   8117
Razorfish
NYC NY
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/8117/job

leading the strategy behind each specific paid search campaign by providing budget estimates, competitive analysis information, and insight into the category
Lead Account Manager, Search   8128
Razorfish
NYC NY
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/8128/job

assist with the setup and launch of new clients, including technical implementation support and ongoing technical trouble-shooting
Search Coordinator   8130
Razorfish
NYC NY
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/8130/job

managing client relationships, business needs assessments, search engine marketing efforts and client-level P&L for largest clients
Associate Search Director   8126
Razorfish
NYC NY
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/8126/job

manage top line and detailed analysis/ratings reporting, audience profiling, and highlights covering Oxygen and its competitors
Manager, Oxygen Program Research   1282882
NBC Universal
NYC NY
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

collaborating with Pricing and Planning, IT, Sales and external partners to design and deploy the functional requirements and logic of the first cross-platform advertising industry sales and reporting system
Director, Sales Operations   1283541
NBC Universal
NYC NY
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

works in partnership with the commercial operations team building selling schedules in the future (outside of working week)
Strategic Inventory Analyst, Oxygen   1283681
NBC Universal
NYC NY
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

responsible for the management & service of UK clients & agencies
International Account Manager   1281411
NBC Universal
London England
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

assist Marketing Manager in the co-ordination, development and approval process for creative, media and promotional activity ensuring timely reviews of material
Marketing Executive – Film   121206BR
Warner Bros. Entertainment Group
London England
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

profitably and rapidly expand the distribution of the KidsCo channels on major PayTV platforms within designated territories
Commercial Director – KidsCo   1284328
NBC Universal
London England
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

work directly with clients and agencies to maximize sales revenue opportunities by creating bespoke solutions for clients
Advertising Sales Director – KidsCo   1284316
NBC Universal
London England
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

work with Global Head of Marketing on global brand strategies for all five core brands
Global Marketing Manager   1283449
NBC Universal
London England
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

plan programs grids for 2 channels from start to entry into Perspective and Vision
Programme Planning Manager EMEA   1283426
NBC Universal
London England
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

managing and overseeing multiple strategy projects within a client, mentoring and growing Senior Consultant and Consultant level employees, and beginning to hone expertise in one area
Strategy Manager
Organic
Toronto Canada
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ORGANIC&cws=1&rid=4583

completion of studio log actualization and ESPN Ad Sales billing for ESPN Regional TV including all closing associated packages
Senior Accounting Analyst – Advertising Sales   271397
SPN
Bristol CT
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/index.html

coordinates with members of the production and technical staffs to create informative and entertaining sports news programs
Producer 1   271369
ESPN
Bristol CT
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/index.html

manages all aspects of Project and small Programs up to $5M, regardless of type, from Initiation through Closure, requiring little direction
Senior Project Manager   271360
ESPN
Bristol CT
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/index.html

provide technical operational support and daily administration of ESPN’s Enterprise LAN/WAN/WLAN networks
Senior Network Communications Analyst – Weekends   271324
ESPN
Bristol CT
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/index.html

makes service calls on existing clients to achieve customer satisfaction and develop new business opportunities
Account Executive   5531BR
CBS Outdoor
Philadelphia PA
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

determine the time and effort required to complete each submission
Manager Regulatory Review   7676
Razorfish
Philadelphia PA
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/7676/job

responsible for writing anchor scripts, package tosses and teases
Writer-HLN Morning Express with Robin Meade   121268BR
Turner Broadcasting
Atlanta GA
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

working to develop and sustain a regular flow of lively, insightful and engaging content for CNN.com’s Opinion section
Opinion Producer   121261BR
Turner Broadcasting
Atlanta GA
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

edit and produce highly crafted daily news packages, crashing news packages, magazine style pieces, longform productions, opens and promos
Sr. Editor/Producer, Creative Services – News   121149BR
Turner Broadcasting
Atlanta GA
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

makes service calls on existing clients to achieve customer satisfaction and develop new business opportunities
Account Executive   6826BR
CBS Outdoor
New Orleans LA
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

responsible for editorial content posted on the Sports sections of Telemundo.com
Digital Media Producer/Editor   1283664
NBC Universal
Hialeah FL
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

support of Marketing & Promotions Department efforts to provide sales materials to international clients in more than 150 countries
Promotions & Marketing Coordinator, TI  1283146
NBC Universal
Coral Gables FL
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

manage & maintain the existing long-term deals and close new ones within the assigned territories using the extensive library assets of the company as well as implementing product-packaging strategies
Director of Sales – International Television Distribution   1282697
NBC Universal
Miami Beach FL
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

negotiate and execute for Fox Networks within assigned territory in the Southeast Region
Manager, Affiliate Sales and Marketing   NDM0000044
Fox Networks
Sunrise FL
http://www.foxcareers.com/jobSearch.html

provide a range of availability reporting to ensure that agreed levels of availability, reliability, and maintainability are measured and monitored on an ongoing basis
Manager, Enterprise Availability   271623
Disney Corporate
Lake Buena Vista FL
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/index.html

experienced media professional who can combine the best of traditional and new media to create innovative media recommendations to achieve client objectives
Senior Media Planner
Organic
Detroit MI
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ORGANIC&cws=1&rid=4585

managing and overseeing multiple strategy projects within a client, mentoring and growing Senior Consultant and Consultant level employees, and beginning to hone expertise in one area
Strategy Manager
Organic
Detroit MI
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ORGANIC&cws=1&rid=4582

working established businesses and prospecting new business
Account Executive   271823
ESPN
Irving TX
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/index.html

consult with clients on projects requiring web analytics platform selection, implementation, and/or existing platform remediation
Analytics Consultant   8028
Razorfish
Chicago IL
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/8028/job

establish relationships at senior client levels
Principal Consultant   8027
Razorfish
Chicago IL
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/8027/job

understanding target audiences’ needs and other motivating factors that drive behavior, and developing key insights and frameworks to help clients and design teams respond to the work
Associate Research Director   8026
Razorfish
Chicago IL
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/8026/job

coordinate and execute cutting-edge customer, client, vendor, and market research using qualitative and quantitative methods as appropriate
Senior Researcher   8025
Razorfish
Chicago IL
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/8025/job

work closely with producers on rundowns, scripts, graphics
Associate Producer   1283379
NBC Universal
Fort Worth TX
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

develops and demonstrates an understanding of the client’s business, their needs, expectations, and requirements
Senior Project Manager   8032
Razorfish
Seattle WA
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/8032/job

consult with clients on projects requiring web analytics platform selection, implementation, and/or existing platform remediation
Analytics Consultant   8024
Razorfish
Seattle WA
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/8024/job

produce, analyze and deliver customer insights based on web site behavior, customer surveys, and other quantitative data sources
Senior CIG Analyst   8022
Razorfish
Seattle WA
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/8022/job

produce, analyze and deliver customer insights based on web site behavior, customer surveys, and other quantitative data sources
Senior CIG Analyst   8023
Razorfish
Seattle WA
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/8023/job

works closely with all internal and external game project departments to create the project roadmap to ensure the product’s needs are being met throughout the development cycle
Senior Producer   121198BR
Warner Bros. Entertainment Group
Kirkland WA
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

coordinating the planning, launch, and ongoing success of Advanced Services products, including video on demand, authenticated video, and interactive television
Advanced Services Coordinator   FNG0000090
Fox Networks Group
Los Angeles CA
http://www.foxcareers.com/jobSearch.html

manage projects in pre-production, production and post-production and a team of coordinating producers who provide creative notes on outlines, scripts and rough cuts
VP of Program Development & Current   FNG0000092
Fuel TV
Los Angeles CA
http://www.foxcareers.com/jobSearch.html

leads interviews with customers to define requirements
Senior Business Analyst   FFE0000061
FOX
Los Angeles CA
http://www.foxcareers.com/jobSearch.html

researches and brainstorms for creative solutions to complex information technology challenges, including white papers, presentations, and other documentation
Program Manager   FFE0000062
FOX
Los Angeles CA
http://www.foxcareers.com/jobSearch.html

gains an understanding of the business operations, strategy and competitive and market trends
Director, Info Technology   FFE0000054
Fox Group
Los Angeles CA
http://www.foxcareers.com/jobSearch.html

preparing the monthly Profit and Loss financial statements, providing detailed variance analysis for senior management and News Corp
Senior Financial Analyst   FFE0000087
Fox News Group
Los Angeles CA
http://www.foxcareers.com/jobSearch.html

develops understanding of relevant business processes
HCM Project Manager    FFE19413
PeopleSoft HCM  
Los Angeles CA
http://www.foxcareers.com/jobSearch.html

coordinate efficiencies of creative materials and workflow in marketing department for distribution in all sales of various delivery formats
Coordinator, Creative Services   6777BR
CBS Television Distribution
Los Angeles CA
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

run the Pension, Health & Welfare processes weekly, including validation, reconciliation and maintaining proper
Payroll Manager, Pension, Health & Welfare   1283876
NBC Universal
Universal City CA
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

prepare & review the U.S. compliance for our foreign operations including preparation of Forms 5471, 8865, and 8858
Manager, International Tax   1283852
NBC Universal
Universal City CA
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

performing financial analysis related to film acquisition, production and distribution
Senior Analyst, Business Development & Strategic Planning   1283144
NBC Universal
Universal City CA
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

facilitate basic EHS training, and coordinate special technical sessions and workshops as needed
Training Specialist Environmental Health & Safety   1281187
NBC Universal
Universal City CA
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

support the development and maintenance of project plans including the definition, scheduling, assignment and statusing of tasks and deliverables, leveling of resources, and budget alignment
Senior Analyst, Project Operation   118309BR
Warner Bros. Entertainment Group
Burbank CA
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

work with business leaders across WBIE, WBG, and, WBDD to identify consumer and market research needs relative to product development, brand and product marketing, and new growth opportunities
Director, Consumer Insights   121224BR
Warner Bros. Entertainment Group
Burbank CA
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

progressive drama development experience
VP Drama Development   6887BR
CBS Studios
Studio City CA
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

creating/maintaining relationships with comic book companies and creators
Executive Editor IGN Comics   NDM0000044
IGN Entertainment
Beverly Hills CA
http://www.foxcareers.com/jobSearch.html

create and maintain complex, structured business performance models and process
Business Intelligence Analyst   271253
DIMG
North Hollywood CA
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/index.html

do solid live reporting and posses some serious personality for the anchor desk
Anchor/Reporter   2336BR
CBS Television Stations
West Sacramento CA
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

consult with the management team on a broad range of issues related to strategy formulation and execution
Manager, Strategy & Development   271832
Disney Interactive Media Group
Palo Alto CA
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/index.html

develop and implement strategies for monetizing Disney Mobile’s freemium and premium games
Revenue Manager   271352
DIMG
Palo Alto CA
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/index.html

manage new product initiatives, roadmaps and strategy from planning through execution cycles including approval, production and implementation
Product Manager, Premium Businesses
MTV Networks
Glendale CA
http://www.mtvnetworkscareers.com /

managing client relationships, business needs assessments, search engine marketing efforts and client-level P&L for largest clients
Associate Search Director   8127
Razorfish
San Francisco CA
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/8127/job

collaborates with the senior management team on the de, velopment and execution of the corporate strategy, including short-term and long-range goals and objectives
Director of Resource Management   7943
Razorfish
San Francisco CA
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/7943/job

leading the strategy behind each specific paid search campaign by providing budget estimates, competitive analysis information, and insight into the category
LeadSearch Manager   8030
Razorfish
San Francisco CA
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/8030/job

facilitating news gathering and comprehensive coverage of news stories
Assignment Editor   1282980
NBC Universal
San Jose CA
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

~ RECAP: THIS WEEK’S CYNOPSIS CLASSIFIEDS & INTERNSHIPS ~


ATTENTION JOB RECRUITERS FOR THE TELEVISION AND ADVERTISING INDUSTRY – send us your contact information so we can begin to build a database for referrals.  We get people all the time around the country asking us for names of local recruiters.  Help us out – send us your contact information, name, company, address, phone, email and fax.  NY and LA are great, but we also need names of firms in Chicago, Dallas, Miami, Atlanta, DC, and elsewhere.  We have people to send you!   Email your info to [email protected].


JOB OPENING: ACCOUNT REPRESENTATIVE/Simmons/NYC: Provide int & ext research support as well as back-up assistance for Account Managers. 2+ yrs ind exp (synd outlet, media or agency). Send resume to: [email protected] (11/20)

JOB OPENING: SALES PLANNERS/Fox News Digital/CHI&NYC: Support AE’s by building plans/decks. Manage day to day business internally. Must have exp in PP creation, interaction w agencies/clients. EOE [email protected] (11/20)

JOB OPENING: MGR,VOD PROG/INDEMAND/NYC: Program/schedule services. Negotiate/acquire movie & TV product. Heavy Excel. Bachelor’s + 5 yrs in movies/TV. Apply to: [email protected] (11/20)

JOB OPENING: SALES ADMINISTRATOR/HBO/NYC: Report to Manager of Administration. Read, analyze, interpret and summarize complex deal memos and contracts. Apply: http://bit.ly/9bUk9f (11/20)

JOB OPENING:    DIST MKTG SPECIALIST/NY: Support mktg efforts to gain dist on AETN networks. 5 yrs cable mktg exp. Apply to: www.aetn.com/careers
https://www.abso.com/jobboard/Default.aspx?JOBBOARDID=618&JobDetail=83443 (11/18)

JOB OPENING: PRODUCER (ON-AIR)/Discovery Communications/SS: Write & produce promotion & mrktg projects; must have 3-5 yrs mrtkg/post production background; Final Cut a plus : www.discovery.com Req#2789 (11/18)

JOB OPENING: ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE/OWN/OPRAH WINFREY NETWORK (NY, Chicago & LA): The AE will join OWN’s Digital Media Ad Sales team and sell national advertising. Must have 5+ yrs. Ad sales experience. Apply @ http://careers.own.tv (11/18)

JOB OPENING: HBO INTERACT ART DIR /NY:  5+yrs web design exp. Expert knwldg in Photoshop/Illustrator/Flash/InDesign. Apply: https://careers.timewarner.com/en/asp/tg/cim_jobdetail.asp?partnerid=391&siteid=36&AReq=121099BR&Codes=NLIN (11/18)

JOB OPENING: CONSUMER MKTG MGR/Nashville: Plan dvlpmnt & proj mngmnt for show-specific mktg plans. BA deg mktg & 3yrs exp mktg in media. Apply: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA5/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=MTVNETWORKS&cws=8&rid=1033 (11/18)

JOB OPENING: SR EDITOR/Promo Post House/NY:  Work in our Avid based facility.  5+yrs exp in brdcst envir . Must provide creative solutions, & meet tight deadlines. Est’d relationships a +.  Resume: [email protected] (11/18)

JOB OPENING: ACCT EXEC/MEDHELP.org/AE or AM w/10 yrs selling exp. Digital ad sales and Pharma pref’d, Agency or Client exp acceptable. Great pkgs to join leading start up in Health space. Resumes to: [email protected] (11/18)

JOB OPENING: EXECUTIVE PRODUCER PRN/SF: client-facing lead, oversee entertaining, informative, quality content & advertising on our in-store TV Wall Networks, manage production team https://jobs-prncorp.icims.com/jobs/1493/job (11/18)

JOB OPENING: MGR, SLS DVLPMNT/Discovery Communications/NY: Dvlp digital ad solutions & spprt sales strgy Nationally; exp in mobile sales strgy, custom solutions; strong mktg background. 3-5 yrs exp: www.discovery.com Req#2766 (11/17)

JOB OPENING: DIGITAL RESEARCH MANAGER/VH1/CMT/LOGO/NYC: 4+ yrs exp media research; exp w/Omniture, SiteCatalyst, comScore, Nielsen//NetRatings, Forrester, Hitwise; BA Req. EOE/M/F/D/AAP apply mtvnetworkscareers.com (11/17)

JOB OPENING: SR MANAGER, PR/VERSUS NTWRK/COMCAST/NYC: Manage all public relations efforts, stay current with media trends. Req’d 7+ yrs exp. @ Public Relations/Mktg Comm, superior interpersonal skills. Apply: www.COMCAST.com (11/17)

JOB OPENING: MOBILE SALES MGR/Disney Interactive/SF: Drive rev. Sell Disney’s mobile solutions to top-tier advrtsrs. 4+yrs mobile sales, 5+yrs  online ad sales, 2 yrs mgmt. dig/mobile media knwlg  a must. [email protected] (11/17)

JOB OPENING:  ACCT EXEC/Disney Interactive/CHI: Online media, branded ent. over 20 sites incl. Disney.com & the Disney Mom’s & Women’s Ntwrk of sites. O nline Ad Sales exp a must!  [email protected]  (11/17)

JOB OPENING: DIGITAL AE/GSN/SM: Promotes/sell inventory on GSN must be extremely organized and driven.Media math skills and terms. Knwldg MS software. Send res & CL to [email protected] (11/16)

JOB OPENING: VP, ONLINE DIST & NAT’L ACCTS CONT DIST & MKTG/NYC: Work w/ SVP & other team members in all cont dist & partner mktg initiatives. 7-10 yrs work exp, incl 6+ yrs in the media/online dig. ind. www.mtvnetworkscareers.com (11/16)

JOB OPENING: ACCT EXEC/Radio Disney/Chicago: Successfully represent Radio Disney w/in assigned territory generating network ad sales revenue according to assigned goal. Apply to: www.disneyabcjobs.com Req # 269958 (11/16)

JOB OPENING: FREELANCE MGR AD SALES RESEARCH/AETN/NYC:Develop & execute ad sales research initiatives to better position AETN prgmng. Working knowledge of Nielsen systems. Apply to: www.aetn.com/careers (11/16)

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].

WINTER/SPRING INTERNSHIP CREDITS ONLYJRS/SRS /NYC doc prod. Co: Exp’d, orgnzd & energetic. Fast-paced envir. Pls specify “dvlpmnt” or “production” in app. Office, shoot, post-prod & dvlpmnt work. FOR CREDIT ONLY. Email [email protected]  (11/18)

~ RECAP: THIS WEEK IN EXECUTIVE MOVES ~

Comedy Central elevated Val Boreland to the position of SVP/Programming, Promotion and Multiplatform Strategy. Val will continue to manage the network’s programming group encompassing program and promotion scheduling as well as overseeing the network’s content across all digital platforms. Val is based at Comedy Central’s New York City offices where she reports to David Bernath, EVP/Program Strategy and Multiplatform Programming.

Carsey-Werner advanced Paul Schreiber to EVP/Domestic Television Distribution up from SVP/Syndication Sales. Paul will continue to supervise all daily sales management in broadcast syndication for the company and his scope of duties expanded in the areas of marketing, research, sales strategy, ad sales and broadcast group sales. Paul will also have a hand in the sales efforts pertaining to cable and digital entertainment.

Jacqueline Cantore was tagged as VP/Programming and Production at A&E Latin America. Based in Miami, Jacqueline will report to Eduardo Ruiz, EVP/GM, A&E Ole Networks.

Oasis TV, the multiplatform Body-Mind-Spirit content provider, named Gerald M. Levin as Senior Advisor. In this position, Gerald will direct the company’s capitalization and strategy moving later into the full Chairmanship role when series A-1 funding is finalized. Before this appointment, Gerald was Chairman/CEO of Time Warner from 1992 through 2002.

Former Time Inc., executive Marcella Regniault was appointed as VP/Business Operations at TV Guide Digital. Additionally, TV Guide Digital upped TVGuide.com executive David Singer to VP/Product Development. Both positions are effective immediately and Marcella and David will report to Christy Tanner, SVP/GM, TV Guide Digital.

Jeff Siegel began a new position last month at Rovi Corporation as SVP/Worldwide Advertising. Prior to this move, Jeff worked for Ensequence  The Interactive Video Company and was SVP/Advanced Media Sales and Marketing at ESPN.

Tim McNamara is the new Director/Sales at the duopoly WXIA/WATL in Atlanta, owned by Tribune Broadcasting. Reporting to John Deushane, President/GM, Tim will manage the national and local sales efforts of both stations in addition to the associated digital properties. Most recently, Tim was Director/Sales at Tribune’s FOX and CW duopoly in Indianapolis.

MTV announced experienced entertainment/television executive David Janollari will become EVP/Head of Programming, effective immediately. Furthermore, Chris Linn will take on the position of EVP/Programming and Head of MTV Production. Specifically, David will manage scripted, comedy, animation and West Coast reality teams and will partner with Chris Linn on East Coast reality development and TV movies that could become back door pilots for series. Chris will also supervise made-for-TV movies, news and specials, studio productions, music development and production management. David will continue to be located at MTV’s office in Santa Monica and jointly report to Van Toffler, President, MTV Networks Music & Logo Group and to Stephen Friedman, GM, MTV. Chris will continue to be based at MTV Networks headquarters in New York and also report to Toffler and Friedman.

Mark Snow joined the Cable & Telecommunications Association for Marketing (CTAM) as VP/GM to manage direct marketing services for the organization’s national Cable Mover efforts. Previously, Mark worked for full-service agency SWIRE Marketing as VP/Strategy and Analytics.

Tom Scott, Chairman/Co-Founder of Plum TV announced the network is embarking on a major expansion to become a multi-faceted media brand consisting of multiple platforms with the goal to reach a targeted audience of upscale consumers. As a result, Jerry Powers was elected as Executive Chairman/Board Co-Chairman by Plum TV’s Board of Directors. Jerry will serve in his position along with Tom Scott. Furthermore, the Board named Nicholas Lehman, the company’s present GM/EVP as CEO of Plum TV. Jerry and Nicholas will head the company’s expansion to include an integrated grouping of convergent media platforms. Other expansion plans include the launch of new digital experiences and mobile apps as well as national and local events and lifestyle print publications. The company will also launch in new television markets next year.

Effective immediately, David Lebow was named to the Board of Directors of Oberon Media, a multi-platform casual games company. Additionally, David was appointed as Acting CEO.

Yahoo! Inc. hired Wayne Powers as SVP/Advertising Sales for North America. Prior to this appointment, Wayne was President of Time Inc. Media Group. In his new position, Wayne will be based at the company’s New York office reporting to Ross Levinsohn, incoming EVP of the Americas.

Travel Channel added Amy Emmerich as VP/Production and Development. Before this move, Amy was with MTV working on several series including Made, Silent Library, College Life among others.

Jonathan Ruane is the new Director/Development at E! Entertainment Television. Most recently, Jonathan served as Editor on The Style Network series Jerseylicious produced by Endemol USA.

Discovery Networks International (DNI) established a new production and development unit serving the division to develop global content for Discovery’s networks in 180+ countries worldwide. The new unit will be headed by Luis Silberwasser who was named EVP/CCO. Luis will report to Mark Hollinger, President/CEO, DNI.

Lynnore Thames was elevated to Associate Director/Rights and Clearances and Permissions at ABC News. Lynnore previously served as Manager in the Rights and Clearances Department since 2006 and has been an employee at Disney with ABC News and ESPN for more than 13 years.

Charlie Holmes was promoted by NCC Media to VP/GM Satellite Sales. In his new position, Charlie will supervise all sales and operations pertaining to the newly-established NCC/DIRECTV arrangement in addition to managing the ongoing emergence of the new ad platform. Charlie has been with NCC Media since 2003 when he was hired as Director/Sales.

Later — John
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