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C-SPAN Development Manager, Molly Breeden Connors, recently joined Dan Sonners' Dynamic Nonprofits podcast to discuss developing C-SPAN's fundraising program from the ground up. In the episode, Molly shares how her experience in fundraising and her new position at C-SPAN brought her career full circle. They also discussed: · Surprising donor cohorts identified · Tactical insights that have helped increase engagement and donations · C-SPAN's growth on TikTok and reaching younger audiences and more Listen on Apple Podcast or Spotify. https://lnkd.in/e4ujrZHB https://lnkd.in/eGtRi-ug

C-SPAN's Summer 2024 interns are about two weeks into their program and they're learning aspects of video production, programming, media relations, marketing, digital media and more. They join C-SPAN from colleges and universities around the world and have majors ranging from political science and communications to computer science and international studies. The Summer 2024 interns are: Lia Opperman (Princeton University), Maura Struckhoff (Purdue University), Cassidy Woods (Ohio University), Izabella Martin-Kovacs (Università degli Studi di Padova), Jack Punda (Ithaca College), William Welch (William & Mary), and Nicole Akumatey (The George Washington University). Welcome to C-SPAN!

C-SPAN is hiring a temporary PA to assist with campaign coverage. If interested, send your cover letter and resume to human_resources@c-span.org, or click https://lnkd.in/eEDfWMu5 to apply! #politics #jobs #production #journalism

CNN executive Sam Feist has been named CEO of C-SPAN, the Board of Directors of the nonprofit public affairs network announced today.   Feist will be only the third CEO in the network's 45-year history, succeeding co-CEOs Rob Kennedy and Susan Swain, who have served in this role since 2012, and founding CEO Brian Lamb, who remains on the cable network's board of directors.    Feist is an editorial leader, a digital and television innovator, and has deep relationships throughout the Washington media and politics community. As Senior Vice President and Washington Bureau Chief, Feist heads CNN’s DC bureau which includes the network's largest newsgathering operation. He also leads the digital and editorial transformation of CNN en Español, CNN’s Spanish-language network.    Feist graduated from Vanderbilt University and later earned a law degree from Georgetown University. He is an active member of the DC Bar.    Read Sam Feist’s Full Bio here - https://lnkd.in/eizQFHKP   C-SPAN chairman Pat Esser, retired Cox Communications CEO, describes Feist as "an outstanding leader who is trusted and respected by both sides of the aisle and who has a deep respect for C-SPAN's nonpartisan mission." “Our democracy needs C-SPAN now more than ever,” said Feist. “I look forward to working with C-SPAN’s extraordinary and dedicated team to expand the network’s reach and meet new audiences where they are.” “C-SPAN is an American treasure and I could not be more excited to lead this essential institution,” added Feist.   Earlier this year, Lamb, Kennedy, Swain, and Esser formed a search committee on behalf of the network's board. Ann Carlsen of Carlsen Resources, Inc. conducted a robust search, vetting nearly a hundred candidates for this position. In addition to executive management experience in media, imperatives were preserving C-SPAN's nonpartisan mission while also finding new distribution and funding opportunities as linear cable distribution declines.    Kennedy and Swain had this to say about Sam Feist's selection: "Out of a small group of excellent finalists, Sam Feist stood out for his deep respect for C-SPAN, his leadership skills, his knowledge of Washington, and his digital transformation bona fides. We are confident that we are leaving C-SPAN in good hands."      Feist will remain at CNN through the end of June to assist with his transition there. He begins his CEO duties at C-SPAN in late summer. Rob Kennedy steps down on May 17; Swain will continue as sole CEO until Feist takes over.  Full press release here - https://lnkd.in/ejqGfVEt

Why doesn't YouTube TV carry C-SPAN? By former ⁦Federal Communications Commission chair Tom Wheeler, published today by ⁦The Hill. Read it here ➡ https://lnkd.in/gRqTwBVp Google #Media #PublicService #Broadcasting #CSPAN #YouTubeTV #Congress

We're thrilled to welcome Tammy Thueringer as a new Washington Journal host! Tammy has been a key part of C-SPAN since May 2015, serving as a producer for Washington Journal beginning in 2016. With her background in political reporting from Washington State University and Northwestern University, and her experience with the BBC and Bloomberg, she's well suited to moderating engaging discussions between callers and guests. Congrats, Tammy! https://lnkd.in/ekAZv8VP

Today the 2024 Cablefax 100 was announced and C-SPAN Co-CEOs Rob Kennedy and Susan Swain are being recognized in the "Content Leader" category for their many years of commitment to the C-SPAN mission, expanding digital initiatives and more. Cablefax published, "It’s evident that Kennedy and Swain have left a lasting impression on their audience and colleagues during their more than 30 years at C-SPAN. When word broke of their retirements this year, a flood of commendations and well wishes followed. The duo has steadfastly adhered to C-SPAN’s mission while expanding its digital initiatives, increasing product licensing and launching advertising on its digital platforms. Swain and Kennedy have paved the way for their successor, establishing a sturdy foundation for the public affairs network as it marked its 45th anniversary in March." Congratulations to Rob, Susan and all of the 2024 honorees. Read the full list here - https://lnkd.in/e2qjEVg6 And check out the Q&A with Rob and Susan, both share the TV series everyone should binge, their fast food guilty pleasure and more here - https://lnkd.in/eqBCKfjw

C-SPAN will have LIVE, uninterrupted coverage of the 2024 White House Correspondents' Association Dinner on Saturday, April 27 beginning at 8pm ET. NBC Saturday Night Live Cast Member Colin Jost will headline the event and President Biden is also expected to give remarks. Watch past White House Correspondents' Dinners dating back to 1988 here - https://lnkd.in/eq-a8v68

C-SPAN is hiring a PA to work with the Content and Washington Journal teams. Click https://lnkd.in/eJtbq_4g or email your resume to human_resources@c-span.org to apply. #jobseekers #politics #TVproduction

C-SPAN is hiring a Network Engineer to analyze the complex broadcast network IT needs, support those needs through design, implementation and L3 support of the network infrastructure. Click https://lnkd.in/ej-8D8Jt or email human_resources@c-span.org to apply. #jobseekers #hiring #networksecurity