JOB OF THE WEEK

Cynopsis: Classified Advantage
07/31/12

Good morning.  It’s Tuesday, July 31, 2012, and this is your weekly issue of Cynopsis: Classified Advantage!

Remember when being cool really meant something?  Not anymore, too bad, it was a good expression.

There was a time that being cool meant being different, and that difference made you cool. 

Nowadays, being cool means being the same, being different is just weird.  In the office, it might be the bow tie guy, the guy who wears the seersucker suit or the woman with the tattoos.  They are talked about behind their backs, they are snickered at and just seem out of touch with the corporate culture.  And that is not only a shame, but also harmful to any and every company. 

When you have any kind of institution that believes there is only one way to do things, those companies will eventually fail.  Why?  Because some odd, out of the box thinkers at a competing company thought of a different way, faster, better, less expensive way.

The old boy’s club may not be dead yet, but it certainly is on life support.  Business as usual is business going bad.  We need the bow ties, we need the searsuckers, we need the tattoos. 

Business is changing, more now than ever.  The out of the box thinkers, the weirdoes, the formally ostracized are now and always have been the pioneers.

So to all you weirdos out there, keep doing what you’re doing.  And to all those HR Professionals out there, spend a little extra time with the weirdos, not only will they help you’re company, but they are actually pretty cool.

A CYNOPSIS MESSAGE

Each interview is different. The position, the interviewer, the corporate culture, you  all of it comes into play with each interview process. However, despite the uniqueness of each individual interview, there are some questions that you’re likely to come across more often than not. Having answers at the ready for these questions can help you nail the interview and set yourself apart from the other candidates. Following are the four most common interview questions and how to answer them.

1.  Tell me about yourself. Although this isn’t truly a question, it is one of the most common ways an interview begins. It may also come at the end of an interview in the form of the question, “Is there anything else you’d like to tell me about yourself?” Either at the beginning or the end, this is your chance to make sure the hiring manager knows what a perfect match you are for their position. Give a brief overview of your career with a focus on your skills and experience that are specifically relevant to the position for which you are interviewing. If their job description said they were looking for a candidate who had experience with X, Y and Z, this is your opportunity to tell them about your experience with X, Y and Z and the success you’ve had in the past with those skills, as part of a general synopsis of your career. Keep your answer fairly succinct at around a minute in length. A good interviewer will ask you to expound on points they found most interesting.

2.  What are your strengths? This question is another opportunity for you to really shine during the interview process. Although this is a rather general question, you should tailor your response to include what strengths you have that will be of benefit to the company and are appropriate for the position you are interviewing for. Have a list of the top three or four items you excel at ready, as well as examples of how you’ve used these strengths successfully in the past, for other employers.

3.  What are your weaknesses? This is probably one of the most difficult questions to answer, yet one of the most common you’ll encounter in the interview process. Everyone has a weakness, or something they’d like to improve upon, so don’t simply say you have none. That will ring both arrogant and false in the interviewer’s ears. Instead, choose a weakness you have and what steps you are taking to overcome it. Better yet, choose a weakness you have recently overcome, discuss what you did to overcome it, and how you continue to strive to not let it negatively impact your work.

4.  What salary range are you looking for? This interview question is one that you do best to avoid answering. When it comes to salary expectations, usually he who speaks first loses. Give a figure too high, and you could cut yourself out of the running for the position. Give a figure too low, and you may leave money on the table when you receive an offer. Instead of answering the question directly, let the interviewer know that the position to you is more about opportunity than salary. If you both decide the position is the right fit for you, you are certain you can come to an agreement on compensation, when that time comes.

Joel Garfinkle is a professional motivational and keynote speaker that is recognized as one of the top 50 executive coaches in America. Not your average, motivational speaker, Joel uses his background in executive coaching, performance improvement, and change management to empower associations and corporate audiences to create more fulfilling work and to achieve their full leadership potential.

My supervisor has given my responsibilities that are clearly his. Since then, he makes a habit of taking two hour lunches and leaving early. What can I do without hurting my own career?

Having your supervisor delegate some of his duties to you can be perceived as a complement and even grooming for future advancement. However, if your boss is taking advantage of this delegation, it can be quite frustrating. Before you do anything, you need to consider your unique situation.  

Are these added responsibilities negatively affecting your ability to complete your regular duties? Or are you able to take on the additional tasks without too much challenge. If the latter, then take this as an opportunity to gain experience in new areas that will make you better suited should your supervisor’s position come open (which may be likely if he’s always leaving early and taking two-hour lunches). However, if your regular duties are suffering, then you need to say something to your supervisor.

Request a meeting and begin with letting your supervisor know that you appreciate that he has confidence in you to take on these tasks. Then give specifics with how these new responsibilities are preventing you from completing other tasks. Ask for his help in prioritizing the old and new duties. Hopefully, he’ll then see that he needs to reclaim some of his tasks, because your plate is overfull.

Can I quit my job and still receive unemployment, or do I have to be fired or laid off?

Each state is different when it comes to unemployment rules and regulations. In most instances, unemployment insurance is typically only available to those who have become unemployed due to no fault of their own. Quitting your job is often seen as voluntary unemployment and, therefore, usually makes you ineligible to receive unemployment benefits. However, there circumstances where you may be able to quit your job and still collect unemployment.

If your working environment was hostile, unsafe or unhealthy, you were transferred into an unsuitable position, the employer reduces your pay or hours, or you are a victim of harassment, then you may still receive unemployment benefits. Personal reasons for quitting, that may be acceptable, include: health issues, needing to care for a sick family member, or changes in union rules. In most states you need a good cause for quitting, based on urgent and compelling reasons to maintain your eligibility.

During Joel’s tenure as an outplacement consultant, he has written many books from topics ranging from Getting Ahead to Find a Job in 14 Days. You can also order Joel’s book Land Your Dream Job which guides you through a proven, seven-step action-oriented process that helps you to define and land work that matches your natural gifts and passions.

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JOB POSTING: VP, DATABASE RESEARCH/NFL/NYC: Responsible for maintaining & growing NFL’s central fan database mgmnt system & analytics platform & support all business units. Min 10yrs exp-database, digital & direct mkting. Apply here (8/3)

JOB POSTING: TEMP RESEARCH ANALYST/NFL: Gather, analyze & assist in reporting NFL game broadcast ratings, audience data & provide insight on NFL fan segments. Analyze data & track perf of NFL Network prgmming. 1-3yrs exp Apply here (8/3)

JOB POSTING: MGR PRICING/PLAN’G/FX & FXM/NY: 2-5 yrs. Media exp in sales. Must understand sales systems, mngs inventory; helps w/budgeting/reporting; knwldgbl of finance & operations side of sales. Excel a must. http://bit.ly/NQicUE (8/3)

JOB POSTING: SR DIR DIGITAL VIACOM/NY: BA; 7 yrs exp media prod/content creation. Extnsv knwldg Mac/PC and software. Exp bldg. Web, Tablet, mobile-based apps. EOE/M/F/D/AAP. Apply www.viacomcareers.com (8/3)

JOB POSTING: MEDIA SCHEDULER PROMOS AND CREATIVE SVCS/BURBANK: Reqmnts: BA. 1-2 yrs exp. Log prep, timing adjustments, schd promos/graphics, detail oriented. Apply www.hubworld.com (8/3)

JOB POSTING: PUBLICIST/NET PROG PUBLICITY/Crown Media/Studio City:Developing, conceptualizing & executing consumer, trade communications & publicity initiatives… More info & apply: http://www.hallmarkchannel.com/jobs (8/3)

JOB OPENING: RESEARCH ANALYST/UNIVISION CABLE NETS/NYC: 1+ years Nielsen experience. Great opportunity to learn advanced research systems and work directly with network management. [email protected] (8/2)

JOB OPENING: DIG RSRCHANALYST/A+E NETWORKS/NY: Utilize synd resources (Nielsen Online, comScore) to address ad sales rsrch req’s; compile/analyze data for reports; 1-2 yrs dig media exp; More info/apply: www.aetvn.com/careers/html (8/2)

JOB OPENING: PR MANAGER/MULTIMEDIA COMPANY/WHITEPLAINS: Seeking PR pro with excellent writing & project management skills, experience working with media and managing agencies. 8-10yrs exp. Resume: [email protected] (8/2)

JOB OPENING: WEB CONTENT PROD/HMH/BOSTON: Create, produce & write content for curiousgeorge.com website. Develop long-term strategy. Required Exp: web dev, design, & social media. Follow this link to apply: http://bit.ly/Qhwow0 (8/2)

JOB OPENING: ACCT MGR/Digital Media/HealthiNation/NY: Onboard, implement, & facilitate success of projects, partnerships, products, and initiatives. 3-5 years digital proj mngmnt or dig ad ops. Apply: [email protected] (8/2)

JOB OPENING: LINE PRODUCER/USA Network/NYC: Manage production ops. Liaise btwn creative & production. On-set and budgetary supervision. Min 5 years exp and strong knowledge of Union rules req’d. Apply: nbcunicareers.com #6444BR (8/1)

JOB OPENING: DIR OF DVLPMNT/NY: TV prod company looking. Dvlp/pitch/execute smart, engaging non-fiction concepts. Scripted exp an asset. Minimum 5 yrs network or prod co exp a must. Resume: [email protected] (8/1)

JOB OPENING: DIGITAL SLS PLANNER/A+E Networks/NY: Support Dig AE’s thru Planning Pricing & Inventory in efforts to max ad revenue for all web properties. Apply: www.aenetworks.com/career.html (8/1)

JOB OPENING: MGR, NETWORK SALES & MKTG/BBC AMERICA/NYC: 3+ yrs TV industry trends & platforms, relationships w/distributors. Create sales report, maintain distribution trends database. Solid Excel & PPT. [email protected] (7/31)

JOB OPENING: iOS GAME PROGRAMMER/NYC: Kids entertainment co seeks creative programmers for high profile apps w/2 years minimum SDK, Objective-C and Cocoa skills; gaming experience a must; Send resume to: [email protected] (7/31)

JOB OPENING: LIC/MKTG COORDINATOR/NYC: Kids entertainment co seeks l/m coordinator with min 1 yr experience in related field. Organized, detail oriented w/ability to multi-task. Send cover letter/resume to: kidstvjob@gmail.com (7/31)

JOB OPENING: PGM SCHED COORD/NATGEO/DC: 1-2 yrs. TV experience. Sched entry in database; create day & late scheds; competitive tracking & analysis; point of contact for dept. Must love TV. http://bit.ly/Od6dRG (7/31)

JOB OPENING: PRODUCER/LA: Nationally synd daytime talk show looking for an exp’d Prod. Ideally would have exp producing for a daytime show w/studio audience, booking & pre-interviewing guests/pitching show topics. Resume: [email protected] (7/31)

JOB OPENING: PRGRM SCHED/EPIX/NY: Promot’l scheduling & strategy, mng daily prgrm logs & competitive tracking, desired skills/exp inc. prev movie chan exp, strong knwldg TV ratings rsrch. http://www.epixhd.com/ EOE (7/28)

JOB OPENING: MANAGING EDITOR, GAMETRAILERS/SANTA MONICA: Popular video game news blog, 5 years min. exp. 24 hr. gaming news, breaking news, will manage freelance writers and copy editing please apply to www.viacomcareers.com (7/28)

JOB OPENING: SR. DIR INT’L RESEARCH/A+E Networks/NY: Drive content sales thru research-driven pitches to prog buyers globally. Full Info/Apply: www.aenetworks.com/career.html (7/27)

JOB OPENING: MGR, GLOBAL BUSINESS DEV/CNBC/NYC: Design, plan, implement growth business across CNBC platforms. Strategic and creative thinkers! 4-6 years exp. www.nbcunicareers.com Job ID #6270BR (7/26)

JOB OPENING: INNOVATIONS MGR/NY: Agency seeking a passionate mgr to drive breakthrough ideas & deliver industry leading concepts for clients. 4+ yrs media/digi or mark’t exp reg. https://careers-nainitiative.icims.com/jobs/5847/job (7/26)

JOB OPENING: PROGRAM INVENTORY FINANCE SUPV/AMCN/NYC: 3+ yrs prgm finance, accounting, royalties, contract knowledge. Resumes to: [email protected] (7/26)

JOB OPENING: PROD CONSULTANT/LA: Act as a cost consultant for an auto dealer group, overseeing prod of TV/Radio commercials. Knwlg of all costs assoc w/ prod & talent is a must. Automotive exp req’d. Cover/res to: [email protected] (7/26)

JOB OPENING: NBCUniversal, STRATGC. INSIGHTS MGR- ENT & DIGITAL MEDIA/NY: 3 yrs exp. in media research, audience data tools (TV and Digital). Business/Brand devpmnt exp. is a must. Apply: www.nbcunicareers.com #6309 (7/26)

JOB OPENING: MANAGER PROGRAM RESEARCH/NBC Universal/NY: 4+ years Program Research experience required. Experience with Explorer/Arianna/Npower needed. Must have mgmt & presentation exp. Apply: www.nbcunicareers.com Job #6394BR (7/26)

JOB OPENING: MGR AD SALES RESEARCH/BBC AMERICA/NYC: 3+ yrs TV research experience. Create sales present., maintain research sales systems. Strong familiarity with Nielsen, MRI & Simmons. www.bbcamerica.com/jobs (7/26)

JOB OPENING: LIVE CONTROL ROOM PRODUCER/NYC: Live National Daytime Talk Show, 3-5+ years control room exp. handling breaking news and last minute rundown changes, send resume and cover letter to [email protected] (7/26)

JOB OPENING: ACCT MNGR/TV & iTV Ad Sales/NY: Aggressive, disciplined AM to sell national commercial time and iTV to agencies & clients. 3-5 years media sales with national or iTV focus. Apply: www.lodgenet.com/careers (7/26)

JOB OPENING: SALES PLANNER/Food Network/Atlanta: Create proposals and presentations applying various research applications, minimum 2-4 years related sales or ad agency experience. More info: www.scrippsnetworks.com. Req#3175 (7/26)

JOB OPENING: MGR. BUS & LEGAL AFFAIRS/Pilgrim Studios/LA: Negotiate/draft/review dvlp/prod contracts  JD from ABA accredited school with at least 2 yrs ent law firm, ntwrk/studio or prod co exp. Resume: [email protected] (7/26)

JOB OPENING: PLANNER 1, AD SALES SUPPORT & ANALYSIS/Comcast-Spotlight/NYC: Plan & facilitate selling of advertising per client needs. Assist AE w/daily tasks. Apply online: www.ecentralmetrics.com/url/?u=33061156326-200 EOE (7/26)

JOB OPENING: COUNSEL/LEGAL AFFAIRS/truTV & adult swim: Development, production, acquisition deals (live action & animated formats); production legal; program clearance. JD; 4-6 yrs experience. Apply: http://tinyurl.com/74b7poj (7/25)

JOB OPENING: MGR PROGRAM/DIGITAL RESRCH/GMC/ATL: Have a strong understanding of cable/digital marketplace; N-Power expert; 5+ yrs. of TV research exp. Res: [email protected] (7/25)

JOB OPENING: VP RECRUITING/NBCU/NYC: 15+ yrs in HR, 8+ yrs of high volume recruiting in corp env., 5+ yrs success leading recruiting team. Strong ops & analytical skills. Apply: www.nbcunicareers.com Job#6226BR, EOE/M/F/D/AAP (7/25)

JOB OPENING: SEEKING WRITER/PRODUCER/EDITOR for MSG On Air Promo department/NYC: Seeking creative, stylized Preditor with 5+ years promo experience for sports related spots. Send links and resumes to [email protected] (7/25)

JOB OPENING: MGR, GLOBAL BUSINESS DEV, CNBC/NYC: Design, plan, implement growth business across CNBC platforms. Strategic and creative thinkers! 4-6 years exp. www.nbcunicareers.com Job ID #6270BR (7/25)

JOB OPENING: INNOVATIONS MGR/NY: Initiative is searching for a creative market mgr. to develop and execute ideas for exist/new clients in dig/trad media and branded entertainment. https://careers-nainitiative.icims.com/jobs/5847/job (7/25)

JOB OPENING: PROGRAM INVENTORY FINANCE SUPV/AMCN/NYC: 3+ yrs prgm finance, accounting, royalties, contract knowledge. Resumes to: [email protected] (7/25)

OTHER INDUSTRY JOBS OF INTEREST…

ensure daily program requirements are being executed and that overall program goals are being met on a daily, weekly and monthly basis
Senior Manager, Social Media   11464
Razorfish
NYC NY
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/11464/senior-manager%252c-social-media/job
 
responsible for Program Planning and Scheduling for linear platform and program acquisitions
Director of Strategic Program Planning, Scheduling and Acquisitions   6494BR
NBC Universal
New York NY
http://www.nbcunicareers.com/

responsible for structuring and negotiating agreements, strategic partnerships, investments and acquisitions with a primary focus on ESPN’s Digital Media and Technology areas
Senior Director, Business Affairs   57434BR
Walt Disney Company
New York NY
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/who.html

manage a comprehensive, corporate-wide information security awareness program, to include developing a framework for training, workforce communications and executive level reporting
Director, Information Security Policy, Education and Awareness   12315BR
CBS Corporation
NYC NY
http://diversity.cbscorporation.com/careers.php

develops comprehensive digital solutions across web, mobile, tablet and social as part of a larger strategic and creative plan
Senior Director Digital   4486
Viacom
NYC NY
https://jobhuntweb.viacom.com/Viacom/taleo/index.html

create and implement talent strategies to support network business goals
Director – Talent
BBC America
NYC NY
http://www.bbcamerica.com/jobs/

operates either in a team or independently in conducting on-site operational and financial audits of varying complexity and scope at the corporate, division, regional, and local level
Sr. Consultant, Assurance & Advisory
Comcast
NYC NY
www.comcast.com/careers/

oversees relationship-building with our communities of fans on social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Tumblr and others
Social Media Manager   6297
Discovery Communications
Silver Spring MD
https://careers-discovery.icims.com/jobs/6297/job

responsible for overseeing the production department for all events, shows, and original programs for FOX Sport South, FOX Sports Carolinas, FOX Sports Tennessee, and SportSouth
Executive Producer   FNG0001436
Fox Networks
Atlanta GA
http://www.foxcareers.com/#/home

responsible for editorial content of assigned shows or segments
Senior Producer, Morning Express
Turner Broadcasting
Atlanta GA
http://www.turner.com/careers/job-search

direct and manage all aspects of the station operations to achieve prominent market share and billing goals by leading a team of News, Sales, Promotions, Engineering, Finance, HR and Community Relations professionals
President & GM of WSNS   5584BR
NBC Universal
Chicago IL
http://www.nbcunicareers.com/ 

drive significant revenue growth by using general business acumen to uncover prospect business needs and identify how Dotomi solutions can help prospects achieve their business goals
Director, Business Development   1480
Dotomi  
Chicago IL
http://www.dotomi.com/

develop and communicate strategy for value added platform solutions based upon a solid understanding of market, competition, regulatory and legislative trends
Vice President Platform Management   1542
Dotomi  
Chicago IL
http://www.dotomi.com/

responsible for leading Creative teams in the successful creation and production of design solutions for one to two assigned accounts
Art Director   11503
Razorfish
Austin TX
https://jobs-razorfish.icims.com/jobs/11503/art-director/job

oversee and manage the office of the SVP, Production Management to include coordination of travel, calendar, expenses and filing as well as administrative support for the department
EA to SVP – Production Management   6253
Discovery Communications
Los Angeles CA
https://careers-discovery.icims.com/jobs/6253/job

supervises a team of production managers and production coordinators responsible for protecting TLC and DCL’s bottom line by ensuring that content production across all platforms is performed to the highest industry standards, accurately representing the brand and editorial vision of the Network
VP – Production Management   6252
Discovery Communications
Los Angeles CA
https://careers-discovery.icims.com/jobs/6252/job

manage cash treasury activity and prepare deposits
Sr Financial Analyst   FFE0001142
Fox Networks
Los Angeles CA
http://www.foxcareers.com/#/home

responsible for identifying, executing and supporting strategic partnership, development/publishing relationships, and licensing deals for Fox Film and Television properties in the mobile games and apps space
Director, Mobile  
Fox Networks
Los Angeles CA
http://www.foxcareers.com/#/home

oversee all original production working with in-house producers, outside agencies and production companies, show producers, show talent and management, directors, photographers, artists, industry crew and professionals, and sales clients
Director, Production  FNG0001396
Fox Networks
Los Angeles CA
http://www.foxcareers.com/#/home

work with Hulu Marketing team to define goals and tailor the message
Senior Interactive Designer
Hulu
Los Angeles CA
http://www.hulu.com/jobs/category

develop and execute the ABC Owned TV Stations strategies and initiatives for ever-evolving digital media
Vice President – Digital Media   54477BR
Walt Disney Company
Burbank CA
http://corporate.disney.go.com/careers/who.html

primary responsibilities relating to scripted development and production matters, but will also be responsible for reality, documentary and animation development and production matters
Vice President, Business and Legal Affairs   4332
Viacom
Santa Monica CA
https://jobhuntweb.viacom.com/Viacom/taleo/index.html

aggregate, analyze and communicate motion picture and television industry information and data, maintaining confidentiality and exercising judgment in communications with member companies and other parties
Analyst,Worldwide Research
Motion Picture Association of America
Sherman Oaks CA
http://www.mpaa.org/about/careers

responsible for driving the strategic & tactical direction of the Download.com product
VP Product-Download   12305BR
CBS Corporation
San Francisco CA
http://diversity.cbscorporation.com/careers.php

Music industry veteran, Daryl Berg was promoted to VP/Music at Shine America.  In his new role, Daryl will spearhead Shine America’s music strategy in addition to expanding the company’s music portfolio by developing music-based productions and increasing licensing properties across scripted, unscripted and digital productions.

On Monday, News Corporation revealed a restructuring of its senior leadership team and has promoted Peter Rice up from Chairman/Entertainment for Fox Networks Group (FNG) to Chairman/CEO of Fox Networks Group.  Peter will helm all programming and operations for the group which includes Fox Broadcasting Company, Fox Sports Media Group, FX, Fox International Channels and the National Geographic Channels.  David Hill was additionally appointed SEVP/News Corp. to head programming, digital efforts and other initiatives for the company’s operating units throughout Latin America, Asia, Australia, Europe and the US.  David will be based in Los Angeles.  Furthermore, several executives will now report to Peter Rice including David Haslingden, President/COO of FNG and Mike Hopkins, President/Distribution of FNG; Randy Freer and Eric Shanks, Co-Presidents/Fox Sports Media Group; and Kevin Reilly, President/Entertainment for Fox Broadcasting Company and John Landgraf, President/GM of FX will both continue to report to Peter.

Here Media Inc. promoted several in its advertising sales department: Joe Landry was upped to EVP/Publishing; Joe Valentino becomes SVP/Group Publisher for Integrated Sales; and Greg Brossia was bumped to VP/Publisher for the OUT brand.

Effective immediately, SapientNitro added Patty Cohen as VP/Group Account Director in the company’s Chicago office.  Patty will be in charge of developing the account management group and will be involved with strengthening client relations.  Before this appointment, Patty was with Energy BBDO where she served as EVP/Client Service Director.

NESN, New England’s sports network tagged Joseph Maar to become VP/Programming and Production, Executive Producer.  Joseph will head and manage the network’s production, programming and network operations teams.  Most recently, Joseph was with FOX Sports North (FSN) led the redevelopment of the company’s original programming.

Stacey Offman was hired by Jigsaw Productions as VP/Development and Production to oversee the New York-based production company’s growing production business and to develop new documentary and feature projects.  Jigsaw Productions also added Dave Snyder as VP/Development to develop and supervise new television series for Jigsaw.  Both Stacey and Dave report to company Founder/President Alex Gibney. 

Lauren Skowronski was promoted to VP/Media Relations at MSNBC up from Director/Media Relations.  Lauren heads internal and external communications for MSNBC encompassing program publicity and the overall media strategy.  She further is the network’s chief spokesperson.  Lauren reports to Phil Griffin, MSNBC President.

Los Angeles-based Sean Canino advances to Manager/Creative Development at multimedia studio, Electus headed by Ben Silverman.  In his new role, Sean will spearhead the development of scripted and unscripted projects in addition to identifying the acquisition of new projects.  Sean will also support Jimmy Fox, Head/Creative Development at Electus and he serves as liaison between the Electus International team and the Head/Creative Development in finding international formats for domestic development among other duties.

Cynopsis Media, a division of Access Intelligence has appointed Denise O’Connor to the role as Group Publisher where she will head the brand’s publications, signature events and additional programs relevant to broadcast, cable and digital executives.  Denise has most recently served Cynopsis Media as a Business Development consultant on the West Coast.  For her new role as Group Publisher, she is relocating to the East Coast and will be based in Cynopsis’ New York and Norwalk, CT offices.  Denise will further oversee CableFAX, another property within Access Intelligence’s Media Entertainment Group.  Congratulations, Denise!

Effective immediately, Katushiro Takagi advances to the position of President at Toei Animation Co. Ltd., up from Senior Director.  Katushiro has been with Toei Animation for more than 30 years and in his new capacity, he will continue to grow the studio’s international partnerships and expand the company into new markets. 

Scripps Networks Interactive Inc. has bolstered its London-based executive team by promoting Jonathan Sichel as Managing Director of the company’s operations in the UK and throughout the EMEA.  The company’s UK-based operations encompasses Food Network UK, Food Network South Africa, Fine Living Network and Travel Channel International.  In his new role based in London, Jonathan will supervise the daily operations of the company in the EMEA territory among other duties.  Jonathan will report to Bob Baskerville, Chief International Operating Officer, Scripps Networks Interactive.   Nick Thorogood, also based in London, has been appointed SVP/Content and Marketing for the UK and EMEA.  Nick will report to Jonathan Sichel and will manage content development and strategy related to programming and marketing efforts for the company’s wholly-owned and operated channels in the UK and EMEA. 

Knoxville-based Jupiter Entertainment is expanding and opening a new office in New York which will be managed by company veteran Matt Sprouse who will oversee operations as Co-Executive Producer.  A team of experienced and new production talent will be based at Jupiter New York in addition to Harrison Land as Manager/Development who will supervise development and the creation of new shows.  Jupiter New York will be the production hub for two of the company’s newest series, Homicide Hunters for Investigation Discovery and an untitled series for National Geographic Channel.  Besides company headquarters in Knoxville and the new office in New York, Jupiter has a third office in Los Angeles which launched in 2010.  Jupiter’s West Coast office manages the development and production of Discovery Channel’s series Sons of Guns and the new Animal Planet series Wild West Alaska. 

Beginning August 6, Jamie Mottram will become Director/Content Development for USA TODAY’s Sports Media Group.  Most recently, Jamie spearheaded strategy and development for blogs, social media and SEO for Yahoo! Media and helped strengthen Yahoo! Sports as its Senior Editor for blogs and community from 2007 to 2009.

Digital media services company SpotGenie, Inc. tagged Robert Porter as VP/Sales, Western Region.  Rob will oversee the launch of SpotGenie’s proprietary advertising distribution services on the West Coast and manage business development efforts in all market segments.  Rob will work in tandem with and report to Wayne Dykes, President/CEO and to Rudy Fernandez, Head/Marketing.

Telemundo Media appointed Pilar Garibotto as Executive Producer of the network’s weekday newsmagazine show, Al Rojo Vivo con Maria Celeste.  Pilar will be based in Miami reporting to Sylvia Rosabal, SVP/Network News. 

Later — John
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