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Hollywood Payroll Provider Cast & Crew Purchased by ZelnickMedia

Current management will continue to run Cast & Crew Entertainment Services, which provides payroll services and support for the entertainment industry.

MPAA Backs GOP Platform on Intellectual Property

In a statement, MPAA Chairman Chris Dodd praises the GOP's stance on intellectual property rights.

WGA East Partners with the Black List to Provide More Exposure for Members

Members of the Writers Guild of America, East are eligible for a discount to use the Black List’s new subscription service and connect with industry professionals.

NBC Promotes Exec Doug Vaughan, Adds ‘Tonight Show’ to Portfolio

Vaughan, who has been overseeing specials at the network since 2005, will now have the title of executive vice president, special programs and late night programming.

CBS Promotes Noriko Gee

In the wake of Andrew Kubitz's departure for ABC, CBS promotes Noriko Gee to SVP, programming planning and scheduling.

FremantleMedia Promotes From Within

FremantleMedia ups Donna Wiffen to head of worldwide drama and Claire Tavernier to head of its new media division, FMX.

Bringing the Web into the Living Room

More people watch Internet shows on their television sets than on their computers, according to a report from market research company NPD.

MGM Prez to Stay Put

Jonathan Glickman, the president of MGM's motion picture group who oversaw the upcoming "Carrie" reboot, has extended his term through 2017

L.A. Increases Productions, Work for Actors

Los Angeles saw an increase in the production of features and television series last quarter, which could foreshadow a rebound for the city’s entertainment industry.

MPAA Trumpets Court Ruling, Box Office Growth

The Motion Picture Association of America got a double dose of good news Thursday in the form of a court ruling that it considered a victory in its war against content piracy and the release of a new report showing box office growth.