Bonten Media Group Ups Scott Moody To COO

Scott Moody today was named chief operating officer of Bonten Media Group, while continuing in his previous role as the company’s chief financial officer.

Moody joined Bonten as SVP-CFO in October 2008. He came to Bonten from CBS where he was VP, corporate development. Prior to joining CBS, Moody was CFO for digital media at NBCUniversal. Earlier in his career he worked for Hallmark Entertainment and the investment banking division of Smith Barney.

“Over the years, Scott’s portfolio has grown to encompass much more than that of a traditional CFO,” said Randall D. Bongarten, Bonten chairman-CEO. “The company benefits greatly from his leadership and breadth of expertise, and this new title more aptly recognizes Scott’s contributions and responsibilities.”

“I truly appreciate this recognition and the support that the finance team receives from Randy, both to transform our function and also to take on new challenges,” Moody said. “Learning is a big part of the culture here, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to work with so many talented people.”

Bonten Media Group owns and operates 33 network-affiliated full-power, low-power and digital multicast television stations in eight markets. Bonten, via JSA-SSA agreements, also provides sales and operating services to Esteem Broadcasting, the owner of eight network-affiliated and digital multicast stations in four markets.