A CYNOPSIS MESSAGE FROM INSTITUTE FOR MEDIA AND ENTERTAINMENT

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Cynopsis: Classified

 

Advantage

09.14.10

Good morning – it’s Tuesday, September 14, 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. 

Things to Consider before taking that job

I know, many of us are not in the position to compare all the job offers we’ve received. But no matter what your situation is, you should at least consider the following factors.

The Job Itself – no matter how great the job seems, all jobs stink some of the time.  Conversely, no matter how bad a job appears at first, some good times will be had.  Understanding this, may make your decision easier.  But trying anything new should provide some excitement. If this position doesn’t, you may want to rethink accepting the offer.

Salary – Does the amount of money they are offering allow you to cover your basic needs and then some.  If it doesn’t, you may have to also get a part time job, resulting in a potential drop in your full time job performance. However, before saying no to any job because of its low pay, you must first consider bonus possibilities, overtime pay, stock options, salary review policies, and of course, health benefits.  Generous packages may more than compensate for a lower salary.

Vacation Time – Not only how many days and when you can take them, but can the unused days be converted into cash.

Commute – A horrid commute is a disagreeable way to start any day. I know people who have moved, simply to avoid a bad commute.  Unless you can Kwai Chang Caine yourself into a good mood after each way, give careful consideration to the commute.

Career Development – What opportunities does the company accord employees who wish to enter management?  Will they pay for training or will they reimburse you for tuition?  Do they have a mentor program and how often are performance reviews?

Supervisors – All bosses can be jerks, all bosses can be awesome.  Bosses are people who have good and bad days.  But unless you have witness behavior reminiscent of the movie Bad Lieutenant, (Harvey Keitel, not Nic Cage) you’ll probably be alright.

The Company itself – Does the company experiment on baby seals?  Do they throw medical waste into the ocean or offer Paris Hilton a TV show?  Or are they an awesome company like Cynopsis or Apple?  Do some research. I have had friends turn down jobs because the company manufactured cigarettes.  A job can become considerably tougher if you don’t like the company you work for.

The Day to Day – Will you spend your days alone in a small office with no windows – which some people love – or will your day be full of meetings and human interaction?  Ask questions and determine your comfort level.

Other things to consider – Maybe your company is very generous with sick days, maybe they have a retirement package unrivaled in the industry or perhaps they plan to send you to far off exotic lands as part of your job.  The point being, there are many things take into account other than just salary when considering a job offer.

Next week:  Interview Body Language

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] .

Not exactly where you want to be in your career? Do you see the potential for success within your reach but there are obstacles in your way? Perhaps you know what you should be doing to generate the work you want, but you really don’t want to do it because it feels like a chore! As Charlie’s housekeeper, Berta knows all about “chores”. She also knows that she’s surrounded by two adults and kid, yet no grown-ups. Think she knows about wanting more for herself? 
 
Knowing and DOING are two different things though, aren’t they? Berta got pregnant young, so she’s made sacrifices for her three daughters and now she’s just doing the best she can. 
 
What stops you from DOING? If it’s not KNOWING, here are some ideas of what to do to generate work: 
1. Meet new people
2. Re-establish relationships with people with whom you’ve been out of touch
3. Ask for what you need from the people with whom you have strong relationships
 
Do you see the commonality between ideas 1, 2, & 3? IT’S PEOPLE! The key to enjoying the journey is to surround yourself with likeminded people. Think about your three closest friends. Does it feel like a chore to call them, go out and socialize with them, ask them for help with something? If they are your closest friends, it shouldn’t. Why is that? Why does calling a business associate, going out to networking functions, and asking for something you need to advance your career feel like a chore? Perhaps it’s your perception of what you’re doing. Perhaps it’s your expectations. 
 
Here are some tips to help you change your perspective and expectations:
 
1. People need your talent; but no matter how talented you are, no one will know unless you put yourself out there.
 
2. People like to help, they just don’t know what you need. Tell them!
 
3. Never assume that because people know what you do, that you are on their minds when it comes to hiring. Whoever is in front of them at the moment is on their minds, so put yourself in front of them.
 
4. Expect that everyone you meet can potentially help you, direct you to someone who can, or teach you something.
 
5. There is power in numbers. Ask friends to join you when you want to go to a networking event and include them in your plan to meet new people.
 
6. People who you know and are working expect you to call them. In fact many believe that making phone calls is your job not theirs. Whether they have something for you or not, they understand it is a professional part of this industry.
 
7. There are amazingly talented and interesting people in the entertainment industry, who like you, want to share their stories. Give them that opportunity. 
 
Berta’s job is literally all chores, but yours doesn’t have to be!  Remember whether you’re a maid, make-up artist, or movie star, the more you enjoy the people you meet and the actions you take, the longer you can persevere in a freelance industry.

Jessica Sitomer,The Greenlight Coach,is a top Entertainment Industry Speaker and Coach and is the author of And…Action! Powerful, Proven, and Proactive Strategies to Achieve Success in the Entertainment Industry. To learn more about her, visit, www.TheGreenlightCoach.com .

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

I work at a small advertising agency that has suffered layoffs to nearly 1/3 of our workforce in the past six months. On further inspection, most of the layoffs have been of women or people of color. I am neither. I know this is wrong, I also know that I have a family and basically living paycheck to paycheck. I want to do the right thing, but I need to provide for my family. Any suggestions would be wonderful.

It sounds like this is an issue that is weighing heavily on your conscience. You are torn between risking your livelihood and standing up for what you believe. No one can advise you what to do in a situation like this.  I wouldn’t want to take responsibility for giving you advice based on my opinion that leads you to making a choice you may later regret.

You have to do some soul searching, and discuss this with your family. Perhaps there’s a way to draw attention to the situation anonymously. In the mean time, putting feelers out for another job may be an empowering place to start. Working for people with whom you’re out of integrity, can be hazardous to your health!

I haven’t heard much about LinkedIn lately, is it losing its luster? Of the “big three,” how would you rank the importance of Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn? Please do answer they all are equal, I would really like to know your opinion. Thank you.

I am very “opinionated” about this one, so no worries about getting “they are all equal”  from me.

LinkedIn, is a business suit, Facebook is business casual and Twitter is a t-shirt and flip flops.

They are each used differently. Linked in is good for connecting through commenting on peoples’ groups and with more “suit wearing” typed people. It is very business oriented. Not very personal.

Facebook (my clear favorite by a landslide) is where you can really get to know people. By “friending” someone, you can look through their pictures, read their posts, and make comments on their wall. This enables you to identify the people you share common interests with and can potentially build a personal relationship that can turn into a working relationship. Why? Because people like to work with people they have things in common with. Be sure when friending an industry person you want to get to know, you send your request with a personal note explaining (briefly) why you want to connect. Otherwise, even if you have a friend or two in common, they may thin you’re a hacker.

Twitter, is for sharing information. It is more for marketing purposes to constantly keep your name in front of people. There are many bells and whistles to make this possible that you must be using or you could be wasting your time. It hasn’t really proven it’s value to me for entertainment professionals, yet. I have clients trying different things on it to see how it could be effective, and other than the big names with the built-in fan base, it hasn’t been helpful. I have quite a few blog entries on social media, http://andactionbook.blogspot.com/   if you want to check them out.

Jessica Sitomer,The Greenlight Coach,answers an entertainment industry question daily at www.AndActionBook.blogspot.com.

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

JOB OF THE WEEK …

OTHER INDUSTRY JOBS OF INTEREST …

 collaborating internally across the network, collaborating with other agency partners, and digital experiences
Executive Creative Director
Organic
NYC NY
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ORGANIC&cws=1&rid=4335

develop analytic strategy for the client, understanding customer behavior, defining analytics strategy, managing insights projects, performing analysis and writing reports and POVs
Senior Interactive Analyst
Organic
NYC NY
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ORGANIC&cws=1&rid=4336

creation and maintenance of a dynamic and healthy client relationship
Group Director, Engagement Management
Organic
NYC NY
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ORGANIC&cws=1&rid=4140

be our eyes and ears on the best of what’s happening in New York City, Los Angeles, Miami and beyond
VP Lifestyle   1304
MWW Group
NYC NY
http://jobs-mwwgroup.icims.com/jobs/1304/job

identify unique promotional opportunities for the brand and key products
VP   1300
MWW Group
NYC NY
http://jobs-mwwgroup.icims.com/jobs/1300/job

media relations to all channels (producers, reporters, bloggers) of NY Metro Region media, both national and local  including but not limited to lifestyle, consumer and community
Senior Account Executive   1299
MWW Group
NYC NY
http://jobs-mwwgroup.icims.com/jobs/1299/job

identifying, researching, booking and producing original competitive news stories
News Segment Producer   6379BR
CBS News
NYC NY
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

responsible for overseeing business development of 26 television stations both for broadcast and digital sales
VP Business Development   6424BR
CBS Television Stations
NYC NY
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

taking a leadership role in developing a digital sales and marketing strategy to meet/exceed allyou.com’s digital revenue budget
AllYou.com Sales Manager   120063BR
Time Inc.
NYC NY
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

ideate, build and execute marketing campaigns that drive product and feature adoption, as well as overall business growth
Product Marketing Manager
AppNexus
NYC NY
http://www.appnexus.com/careers/

become a product and domain expert, and share that expertise with customers
Implementation Consultant
AppNexus
NYC NY
http://www.appnexus.com/careers/

managing and building upon extensive client relationships as well as fostering new relationships
Account Manager, Southern Living   120103BR
Time Inc.
NYC NY
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

meet and exceed budget, using respective networks, direct and maintain the sale and distribution of inventory to agencies and clients to meet revenue budget requirements
Account Executive – ENT   120098BR
Turner Broadcasting
NYC NY
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

sales prospecting, presenting, negotiating, closing and managing of online advertising and revenue for Disney.com and Disney’s Mom and Family Portfolio of Sites
Account Executive   262527
Disney Interactive Media Group
NYC NY
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/index.html

responsible for the sales prospecting, presenting, negotiating, closing and managing of online advertising and revenue for Disney Online sites and the additional online brands sold by Disney Online
Senior Account Executive   262526
Disney Interactive Media Group
NYC NY
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/index.html

oversee the development and implementation of marketing plans for Epixhd.com
Director Digital Marketing, Epix
MTV Networks
NYC NY
http://www.mtvnetworkscareers.com /

accurately execute and schedule interactive advertising campaigns using Solbright and Doubleclick’s DART for Publishers ad management platform
Ad Ops – Digital Campaign Specialist
MTV Networks
NYC NY
http://www.mtvnetworkscareers.com /

drives projects that oversee all aspects of application implementations that address business needs as identified per respective business cases
Project Manager/Sr. Business Analyst (consulting background)
MTV Networks
NYC NY
http://www.mtvnetworkscareers.com /

analyze business changes and identify reporting impact of new industry partnerships
Manager, Digital Ad Sales Business Intelligence
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 /

managing dashboard reporting (campaign metrics and customer over view reports) and financial budget reporting.
Manager, Reporting & Analysis
MTV Networks
NYC NY
http://www.mtvnetworkscareers.com /

negotiate favorable rates and secure rights for material (music & other media) included in programming/ projects produced by the following areas:VH1 News, VH1 Series and Specials
Sr Coordinator
MTV Networks
NYC NY
http://www.mtvnetworkscareers.com /

ownership and overall responsibility of all advertising including top priority initiatives, from conception to delivery
Executive Producer, Advertising (Videogames & Corporate)
MTV Networks
NYC NY
http://www.mtvnetworkscareers.com /

negotiate favorable rates and secure rights for material (music & other media) included in programming/projects produced by the Music and Logo Digital and International groups (including both the Domestic and International groups)
Sr. Coordinator
MTV Networks
NYC NY
http://www.mtvnetworkscareers.com /

manage deals and inventory from proposal to billing to post-analysis
SOAPnet Planner   262753
Disney ABC Television Group
NYC NY
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/index.html

manage daily photo team operations, workflow, and quality control; interface with Creative Director, senior editorial team, producers, and reporters
Senior Photo Editor   262855
ABCNews.com
NYC NY
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/index.html

creating, producing and supervising the airing of hours on Dayside
Senior Producer   1258216
NBC Universal
NYC NY
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

develop, create & manage compelling mobile internet experiences for the iVillage audience
VP, Mobile Products, iVillage   1258029
NBC Universal
NYC NY
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

serve as executive producer on selected current shows, acting as a liaison to the marketing, publicity, ad sales, and digital teams
Business Leader Production   1257190
NBC Universal
NYC NY
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

creating, producing and supervising the airing of MSNBC daytime programming
Senior Producer   1256353
NBC Universal
NYC NY
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

book wide variety of national and international newsmakers, experts, and guests from various fields including politics, foreign relations, business/economy, health/medicine, entertainment, etc.
Booker   1256071
NBC Universal
NYC NY
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

design and implement sales research strategies for Telemundo LM across all platforms
Telemundo Local Media Research Manager   1252455
NBC Universal
NYC NY
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

develop and manage projects with strategically selected external partners, maximizing revenue and extending marketing efforts outside NBC Universal platforms, in keeping with brand strategies
Director Marketing, Oxygen Media   1251530
NBC Universal
NYC NY
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

serves as creative lead and manages creative teams on major accounts
Associate Creative Director   7718
Razorfish
NYC NY
http://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/7718/job

collaborating with creative team members to determine the conceptual and copy direction of branding and advertising initiatives
Copywriter   7709
Razorfish
NYC NY
http://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/7709/job

designing solutions that meet or exceed strategic objectives
Senior Designer   7706
Razorfish
NYC NY
http://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/7706/job

managing and building upon extensive client relationships as well as fostering new relationships
Account Manager, Southern Living   120103BR
Time Inc.
NYC NY
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

successful delivery of large-scale client engagements and/or multiple smaller engagements for a single client
Manager, Delivery Management
Organic
Toronto
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ORGANIC&cws=1&rid=4332

develops, directs and participates in executing specific strategies and distribution deals for digital platforms and broadband products
Director, Digital Video Distribution   262862
ESPN
Bristol CT
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/index.html

develop a product strategy and roadmap for messaging across all available platforms; including innovative concepts that extend ESPN’s mobile messaging business to games, online, television, and social media
Director, Product Management Messaging   262774
ESPN
Bristol CT
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/index.html

sales and servicing of outdoor advertising inventory to new and existing clients in their respective markets
Account Executive   5531BR
CBS Outdoor
Philadelphia PA
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

evaluate sales opportunities for broadcast, advertising, and corporate clients
Creative Director   10-0164
Ascent Media
Atlanta GA
https://www2.ultirecruit.com/ASC1001/JobBoard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*FF4D9D8ECB3BD96A

helping to answer key business questions with effective and actionable market research projects
Senior Analyst, Marketing & Digital Sports Research   120092BR
Turner Broadcasting  
Atlanta GA
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

helping to answer key business questions with effective and actionable market research projects as well as deep dives into online user behavior data and the use of third party resources
Analyst, Marketing & Digital Sports Research   120090BR
Turner Broadcasting  
Atlanta GA
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

provide support for Executive Mgt., Corporate Publicity, Finance & Investor Relations, and Turner core business units as it relates to the state of Turner networks, key competitors
Research Analyst, Strategic Research & Audience Analysis   120105BR
Turner Broadcasting  
Atlanta GA
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

develops and demonstrates an understanding of the client’s business, their needs, expectations, and requirements
Project Manager   7724
Razorfish
Atlanta GA
http://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/7724/job

develops and demonstrates an understanding of the client’s business, their needs, expectations, and requirements
Senior Project Manager   7734
Razorfish
Atlanta GA
http://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/7734/job

provide support for Executive Mgt., Corporate Publicity, Finance & Investor Relations, and Turner core business units as it relates to the state of Turner networks, key competitors, as well as linear & non-linear television
Research Analyst, Strategic Research & Audience Analysis   120105BR
Turner Broadcasting
Atlanta GA
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

communicating Organic’s creative and business philosophy, methodology and capabilities to current and potential clients, as well as across all departments, business units and service lines
Creative Director
Organic
Detroit MI
http://tbe.taleo.net/NA6/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ORGANIC&cws=1&rid=4163

executing through code complex designs that reflect the creative and art direction provided within the established technical framework
Senior Presentation Layer Developer   7726
Razorfish
Chicago IL
http://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/7726/job

create and update financial and operational dashboards for use by senior management team
Corporate Finance Manager   7727
Razorfish
Chicago IL
http://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/7727/job

develop sales revenue from new advertisers as well as maximize revenue from assigned list
Sales Account Manager   1258257
NBC Universal
Denver CO
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

writing, producing and editing on-air promotional spots and campaigns for NBC programming
Writer/Producer/Editor   1258226
NBC Universal
Burbank CA
http://www.nbcunicareers.com /

work closely with business owners to define the overall product strategy and roadmap
Senior Product Manager   120094BR
Warner Bros. Entertainment Group
Burbank CA
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

able to communicate effectively with Producers, Showrunners, Talent and talent agents in the execution of their duties as the Company’s representative on Drama and Comedy productions
Vice President – Production   262773
Disney ABC Television Group
Burbank CA
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/index.html

reviews WBXSYS system “Invoice Status Audit Report” for all films, and identifies invoices that are pending approval
Media Contract & Audit Analyst   119361BR
Warner Bros. Entertainment Group
Burbank CA
http://www.timewarner.com/corp/careers/

development of all acquisition activities that encourage guests to sample, convert to active members, and participate in micro transactions
Manager, Marketing   262530
Disney Interactive Media Group
North Hollywood CA
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/index.html

sales and servicing of outdoor advertising inventory
Account Executive   6357BR
CBS Outdoor
Berkeley CA
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

assist in developing and be tasked with the day to day execution of CNET’s social media strategy
Social Media Associate Product Manager   6211BR
CBS Interactive
San Francisco CA
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

provides support to multiple account teams and manages the flow of work and information across accounts
Account Executive   1305
MWW Group
San Francisco CA
http://jobs-mwwgroup.icims.com/jobs/1305/job

research market conditions, marketing methods, sales/price data for creation of interactive marketing campaigns
Market Account Analyst   7672
Razorfish
San Francisco CA
http://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/7672/job

works with central marketing groups, edit, and product to develop and manage CNET’s external presence in the social Web
Social Media Associate Product Manager   6211BR
CBS Interactive
San Francisco CA
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25084&siteid=5129

ability to roll up your sleeves and get “involved” in the selling process
Account Executive   262819
Disney ABC Television Group
San Francisco CA
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/index.html

ability to roll up your sleeves and get “involved” in the selling process
Account Executive   262818
Disney ABC Television Group
San Francisco CA
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/index.html

establishing Brickfish as The Social Media Solution™ and driving sales in their region
Director of Sales
Brickfish
San Diego CA
http://www.brickfish.com/Pages/Company/BFAboutCareers.aspx

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JOB OPENING: SALES PLANNER/Hallmark Channel/New York: 2 years experience in Sales planning or Sales buying w MS Office proficiency. See full posting and apply @ www.hallmarkchannel.com/jobs (9/18)

JOB OPENING: SALES ACCT DIR/Chicago: Seasoned Account Exec/Dir to work with established alternative digital advertising company. 5+ years in media sales, established agency relationships a must. Apply to [email protected] (9/18)

JOB OPENING: STORY PRODUCER/Chicago: Growing non-fiction prod co seeks QUALIFIED story producers. Must have prior exp scripting reality shows and must be willing to work from Chicago office. Send res/credits to: [email protected] (9/18)

JOB OPENING: FREELANCE PROMO WRITER/PRODUCER/ABC/LA: 5+yrs writer/producer exp w/network or cable. Write/Produce creative promos for specials, reality, late night on multiple platforms. Apply [email protected] (9/18)

JOB OPENING: SR PROJ. MGR, ONLIN ANALYTICS & INSIGHTS/ATL: 6+yrs media rsrch exp w/heavy emphasis on dig. media rsrch and/or web analytics exp. Strong knwlg data/systems from synd rsrch providers. Resume: [email protected] (9/18)

JOB OPENING: VP, BRAVO SALES RSRCH  NEW POSITION FOR BRAVO RESEARCH! Mng team of 3 to support Bravo nat’l TV, online, & new media ad sales & mktg staff w/rsrch-based strategic direction. Apply@ www.nbcunicareers.com (Job #1242517) (9/17)

JOB OPENING: VP, STRATEGIC INSIGHTS/Women@ NBCU  NEW POSITION FOR WOMEN@ NBCU! Lead insights producer for research-driven, Women-focused sales initiative within NBCU. Apply@ www.nbcunicareers.com (Job #1242508) (9/17)

JOB OPENING: MGR, STANDRD PRACTICES/DISNEY/BURBANK -work in multiple databases, analyze & code spots, some comm. clear., promo review. www.disneycareers.com Req 257954 (9/17)

JOB OPENING: RSRCH MGR/TELEMUNDO: Responsible for design & implementation of sales rsrch strategies for Telemundo across all platforms includ new media. 5 yrs exp  media rsrch field. Apply@ www.nbcunicareers.com (Job # 1252455) (9/17)

JOB OPENING: DIG. SALES RSRCH ANALYST/CNBC/ Englewood Cliffs, NJ: craft stories about CNBC’s dig. media aud. Dvlp persuasive insights & analysis. Strategically position CNBC’s portfolio of dig properties. NBCCareers.com req#1257193 (9/17)

JOB OPENING:  VP, DIG. VIDEO/VOD/PORT WASH NY:  Help grow VOD & Dig. Dist div.  5yrs+ exp dig. video & TV-VOD mktplace.  Execute mktg campaigns for release TV & film releases on VOD & Dig. platforms.  Resume to:  [email protected] (9/17)

JOB OPENING:  TRAFFIC COORDINATOR/The Hotel Networks/NY: 1+ yrs traffic exp; Load & schedule multi-network commercial logs, maintain commercial library, log recon; Detail-oriented; Team-Player; resumes to [email protected]  (9/16)

JOB OPENING:    MGR-SYFY, USA & EMERGING NETS PRIMARY RSRCH/NYC: Plan, design, analyze & report consumer rsrch projects. Min 5yrs exp in surveys, focus groups & data analysis desired. BA/BS Req. www.nbcunicareers.com (job #1241336) (9/16)

JOB OPENING:    MANAGER, CONTENT PARTNERSHIPS/DAILYMOTION US/NY: oversee content acquisition strategy; responsible for partnerships/negotiations; financial modeling/licensing skills. Resume to [email protected] (9/16)

JOB OPENING:  SR. RESEARCH ANALYST/Sony Pictures Television Latin America / Miami FL: 4+ yrs of mrkt rsrch stats analysis exp req, fully bilingual, entertainment/TV Industry exp. To learn more visit www.sonypicscareers.com (9/15)

JOB OPENING:   SR RESEARCH DIRECTOR/Turner Sports/NY: 8+yrs TV /other media rsrch. Profic. media math & analyzing TV measurement data. High proficiency MS EXCEL PP Word. Bachelors req. Res: [email protected] (9/15)

JOB OPENING:  DIRECTOR, COMMUNICATIONS & PUBLICITY/The Hub/LA: Must strong publicity and corp comm exp, preferably for broadcast net and/or major cable net. Apply at http://thehub.catsone.com/careers (9/15)

JOB OPENING:   ACCT. SUPERVISOR/FerenComm/NYC: 5-7 yrs exp. in TV PR, strong contacts w/trade & consumer press a must.Apply to [email protected] (9/15)

JOB OPENING: RESEARCH MGR/GSN/NY: 5+ yrs in TV/Digital research. Tracking Advertising Sales with Nielsen data software. BA req. Please send res and c/l with salary history to [email protected] (9/14)

JOB OPENING: DIR, INTERACTIVE SALES/Proven Digital Sales & Sales Mgmt exp w/ relevant rolodex of relationships @ Client/Agency Direct/Exp matrix org pref’d/Ability to commute to Long Island a must: Res: [email protected] (9/14)

JOB OPENING: DIR, BRAND MARKETING/MULTI-MEDIA COMPANY/NY: Reinvigorate iconic brand; transform advertising, promo/publicity, vendors and budget. Digital experience req; flex to be strategic and hands-on. [email protected] (9/14)

JOB OPENING: TRAFFIC COORD/CABLEVISION/WOODBURY NY: 1 yr Ad Traffic exp. w/ major ad serving system. Interest in new digital media. DART, HTML a plus. See full posting and apply to www.cablevision.jobs req 12024BR (9/14)

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].

FALL INTERNSHIP CREDITS ONLY: TWO INTERNS/Reality TV company/LA: Students interested in development from beginning to end. Must be Mac & Powerpoint proficient; prefer Photoshop & video editing. Email resume: [email protected] (9/15)

Kantar Media, for its Audiences sector, appointed Jeffrey C. Boehme to the newly-created position as Chief Research Officer for its North American operations. In his new role, Jeffrey will head the company’s research initiatives with an emphasis on methods and procedures, advanced measurement methods and modeling. Jeffrey will be based at Kantar Media’s North American headquarters in New York. Before this, Jeffrey was with The Nielsen Company serving as SVP/Advanced TV.

Linda Goldman was named Executive Producer at the Smithsonian Channel, joining from National Geographic Television where she was Senior Producer for Specials and Events programs. In her new position, Linda will report to David Royle, EVP/Programming and Production, Smithsonian Networks.

Portfolio Entertainment tapped Louis Fournier in the newly-created role as VP/Sales and Acquisitions. Louis will chart Portfolio’s multi-platform sales strategy for the company’s distribution division, Portfolio International. Louis will further be involved in expanding the company’s acquired international distribution rights in the factual and lifestyle genres. In his new position, Louis will work in tandem with the company’s Co-Founders and Co-CEO’s Joy Rosen and Lisa Olfman on the company’s growth plans.

Universal Networks International (UNI), in an effort to support its continued expansion of NBC Universal’s international pay-TV channels, hired Simon Presswell as SVP/Marketing and Digital Initiatives. Simon’s new position begins October 4 and in this senior leadership role, he will spearhead UNI’s brand marketing and digital efforts as part of an integrated growth strategy. Simon will manage the dual roles of VP Web Businesses and VP Marketing and Creative Services and will establish a strategic team alignment in support of growth among other duties. In his new role, Simon will report to Roma Khanna, President, Universal Networks International and Digital Initiatives.

Titan hired Greg Ald as National Account Manager to supervise large national accounts in New York and to represent sales in Titan’s ten markets in the US. Greg previously was in a senior sales position for five years at JC Decaux North America.

Jennifer Harrington was named Director/Sales and Acquisitions for the UK and Northern Europe at Fox LOOK, the new business division concentrating in international licensing and production of unscripted programming. Jennifer will begin her new position this month, in charge of sales of Fox LOOK formats and unscripted content in addition to acquiring formats from outside sources. Jennifer will report to Glen Hansen, Head/Sales, Fox LOOK.

Debmar-Mercury selected Alexandra Jewett for the position of SVP/Programming and Production. Alexandra will supervise all Debmar-Mercury programming emanating from the East Coast including The Wendy Williams Show and also will be involved in the development of all new projects. She will report to Lonnie Burstein, EVP/Programming and Production.

Tom Wright joined San Francisco-based agencytwofifteen as Director/Integrated Production. Tom has held previous positions at other agencies including Cutwater and Wieden+Kennedy while most recently he was Executive Producer of the new integrated content group Rabbit, North America.

FADER Media tagged Justin Thomas Kay for the position of Creative Director to manage all creative for the company’s online and print media properties. Specifically, Justin will oversee the visual representation of The FADER brand on all print and digital platforms including The FADER’s print publication, the website at TheFader.com and the freshly-launched FADER Mobile app. Justin will also be involved with managing and heading all creative strategies for other brand partnerships. Justin joins from New York Magazine where he headed the Intelligencer section among others.

Angela Betasso has moved into the position of VP/Sales for Belo Corp. In her new role beginning October 18, Angela will work closely with local station management and will have oversight of Belo’s combined revenue initiatives across its 20 US television stations. Angela has been with Belo for nine years and was previously VP/Sales at WFAA-TV, the company’s ABC station in Dallas/Fort Worth.

Former Dow Jones executive, Ann Sarnoff was tapped as COO for BBC Worldwide America, effective September 15. Ann is charged with spurring growth and profits across the company’s businesses in the US. Ann will spearhead advertising and affiliate sales for BBC America and digital outlets including digital syndication and BBC.com among other duties. Based in New York, Ann will report to Herb Scannell, President, BBC Worldwide America. Congratulations Ann!!

Travel Channel elevated Elizabeth Browde as VP/Programming and Development up from Senior Director/Programming and Development.

Shaftesbury Films announced the company is growing in the area of non-fiction production for television and multiple platforms and as such has launched Shaftesbury Factual. Rachel Low was named VP/Factual Entertainment, effective immediately, to manage all facets of development and production for the new division. Rachel, who previously was with Frantic Films as Executive Producer/Development Consultant, will report directly to Christina Jennings, Chairman/CEO, Shaftesbury.

Effective immediately, Susan Danaher will become President of the Digital Place-based Advertising Association (DPAA). Susan succeeds Suzanne LaForgia in this position who will join Reach Media Group as EVP/Sales and will serve as treasurer of the association.

Meredith Corporation announced a slew of executive promotions and expanded duties:

• Andy Sareyan advances to President/Consumer Brands and will now have leadership for the Ladies’ Home Journal and Family Circle media brands in addition to his current oversight for the Better Homes and Gardens, Parents and More media brands; Digital Media; Newsstand; and Brand Licensing. Andy further retains his role as EVP/Chief Brand Officer. He reports to Tom Harty, National Media Group President.
• Michael Brownstein is upped to EVP/Chief Revenue Officer, reporting to Tom Harty.
• Jeannine Shao Collins moves up to EVP/Chief Innovation Officer, Meredith 360, reporting to Tom Harty.
• Doug Olson as EVP and Director/Operations and Business Development expands his duties to now have responsibility for executing a series of new revenue growth and efficiency initiatives across the Group. Doug continues to oversee Meredith’s Men’s Titles, Production, Shared Services and Strategic Sourcing. He reports to Tom Harty.
• Mike Riggs is promoted to EVP/GM, reporting to Tom Harty.
• Nancy Weber bumps up to EVP/CMO, reporting to Tom Harty.
• Gayle Butler as SVP/Des Moines Editorial Director and Editor-in-Chief of Better Homes and Gardens magazine will now expand her oversight to include BHG-branded content for Meredith Special Interest Media and the Creative Collection. She reports to Andy Sareyan.
• Jim Carr assumes the new position of SVP/Group Publisher, reporting to Andy Sareyan.
• Carey Witmer is now SVP/Group Publisher, reporting to Andy Sareyan.
• Steve Levinson is upped to VP/Group Publisher, reporting to Michael Brownstein.
• Brendan Smyth is promoted to VP/Corporate Sales, reporting to Michael Brownstein.

Rosie Iglesias was hired for the newly-created position of SVP/Sales and New Business Development with SGCompanies, parent company of SGFootwear, SG Messer, SGI Apparel Group and Rugged Shark LLC. Rosie will report to Bernard Leifer, President/CEO.

Boston-based Filmmakers Collaborative appointed Lesley Norman as Executive Director. Prior to this new position, Lesley was VP/COO at JumpStart Productions in New York and Executive In Charge of the series NOW on PBS.

Effective immediately, Tribune Company advanced David Eldersveld to General Counsel and Don Liebentritt, the former General Counsel since 2008 was named as Tribune’s Chief Restructuring Officer. Don will be integral on heading Tribune’s restructuring initiatives.

Shankly International Distribution elevated Matthew Mancinelli to VP/Worldwide Distribution, reporting to David E. Brenner, EVP.

Hallmark Channels, comprised of Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movie Channel, owned and operated by Crown Media Holdings, Inc. tapped Lynn Tinsley as Director/Ad Sales, South East Region. Lynn will cover a 14-state region in the Southeast where she will conduct advertising sales activities from current and new clients. Lynn will be based in Atlanta and will report to Stephanie Versichelli, SVP/Eastern Advertising Sales, Hallmark Channels.

Elizabeth Voorhees was named Director/Development at High Noon Entertainment where she will oversee development and supervision of pilots and series from concept through execution. Elizabeth reports to Pam Healey, EVP/Development.

John Wayne Enterprises, LLC, the exclusive owner and licensor of the John Wayne brand hired Lisa Streff to the newly-created position of SVP/Global Partnerships and Licensing. Lisa will manage the development and implementation of global licensing and merchandising and corporate and promotional partnership programs with the goal to increase the worldwide awareness of the John Wayne brand. Lisa will report to Ethan Wayne, President, John Wayne Enterprises.

Discovery Studios, the full-service production studio within Discovery Communications added Jocelyn Shearer as VP/Footage Sales. Jocelyn will have oversight for creating and heading a sales team charged with increasing market share and expanding the distribution client base in order to maximize the value of Discovery’s content library. She will further spearhead an e-commerce platform to achieve increased reach in the content re-licensing market. Prior to this appointment, Jocelyn was with National Geographic as VP/Video Products and Archive Management. In her new role, she reports to Peter McKelvy, VP/Footage and Music Services and is based at Discovery’s worldwide headquarters in Silver Spring, Md.

Marketingworks (MWKS) tagged Aaron Moskowitz as Chief Digital Officer. Most recently, Aaron worked for Capital West Advisors.

Later — John
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