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NBCUniversal Unites Broadcast and Cable Ad Sales Divisions

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NBCUniversal is reorganizing its sales structure under Linda Yaccarino, and now the network's spots, integrations and sponsorships will be grouped not by media type but by content—and yes, it will [...]


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So How’s That Summer Show Actually Doing?

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Networks like nothing better than a big premiere. It gives you bragging rights for a whole day's news cycle if you have big enough numbers and can spin them convincingly. [...]

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USA’s Patrick Trettenero Upped to VP Creative, Branded Content

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USA's Patrick Trettenero has been promoted to vp creative, branded content from his previous post as creative director. At USA, Trettenero helped launch the network's in-house agency Character Brandworks, where [...]

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Information Diet: Mark Feuerstein

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Age 40 Accomplishments Stars as Dr. Henry “Hank” Lawson on USA’s Royal Pains (Season 4 premieres on June 6); will star in the movie In Your Eyes, out later this [...]

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USA Gets Positive

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USA bats cleanup during upfront week, and while it's not necessarily the most desirable position in the lineup, the top-tier network makes the most of it. "This event will remain executive-free!" [...]

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USA to Launch 6 ‘Social TV’ Tie-ins Aimed at Superfans

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USA is doubling down on its commitment to digital media this year, with a broad portfolio of ancillary projects—six, covering the network's slate of originals—to boost viewership, attract mega fans, [...]