Key accomplishments: * Developed and executed Shanson's content acquisition strategy; * Developed the structure and operation principles of the Acquisitions department; * Defined new goals and acquisition principles; * Identified and expanded business opportunities and enhanced capabilities of the TV channel by introducing new fresh programming; * Introduced new music programming; * Developed and broadened relationships with new partners and distributors. Responsibilities included: * Managing the acquisition of music/entertainment programming; * Overseeing budget management and contract negotiation; * Evaluating and assessing programming to consider its potential; * Managing relationships with broadcasters, distributors and program suppliers; * Research of the television and cinema markets; * Organizing and managing connections with International artists.

Key accomplishments: * Started the acquisitions process for the channel; * Developed the structure and operation principles of the Acquisitions department; * Identified and expanded business opportunities and enhanced capabilities of the TV channel by introducing new fresh programming; * Established relationships with over 50 international and domestic distributors, establishing the channel's buying needs and brand identity; * Negotiated over 30 deals each year; * Proved ability to understand audiences, brands and programming to maximize ratings potential. Responsibilities included: * Obtaining content / products / formats Some of the programs acquired: South Park, Scrubs, Less Than Perfect Beauty & the Geek, Entourage, L Word , • Assessing the viability of specific content to be acquired in concert with the channel’s policy; • Research, plan, negotiate and execute all acquisition marketing activities in line with strategy, on time and within budget; • Establishing and executing a process by which content is acquired and exploited for the benefit of the company; • Tracking internal deal progress and relationship management; • Responsible for further developing and maintaining business contacts with content providers for MTV in order to maximize content acquisition opportunities

11 years of accumulated experience in diverse areas of FM announcing as well as associated areas of writing, reporting and promotion. Experience includes working regular on-air shifts. Experience also includes production of commercials, promotional & public service announcements and program hosting. Related well to wide range of adult audience interests. As Program Director from November, 1999 developed a format for a variety of music programs in a highly competitive market; served as liaison between audience, sponsors, and station manager, oversaw all management operations – music programming, promotion, imaging, staffing, handled certain administrative functions, as required.