Network LIVE Appoints Television Vet Michael Goldfine as Vice President of Production and Programming

Network LIVE Appoints Television Vet Michael Goldfine as Vice President of Production and Programming

Former 'Extra' Exec Tapped to Oversee All Production and Programming for Network LIVE

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 11 /PRNewswire/ -- Network LIVE, a joint venture between American Online, XM Satellite Radio and AEG, today announced the appointment of television industry veteran Michael Goldfine to Vice President of Production and Programming. The appointment of Goldfine demonstrates Network LIVE's continued commitment to the development and distribution of live original programming across all digital platforms.

In his new role, Goldfine oversees all creative development and production of Network LIVE programming, including music events, original programming, and comedy, ensuring the program translates across multiple digital distribution platforms such as Internet, satellite radio, mobile, and TV. Additionally, Goldfine will hear pitches from and develop talent, writers, and producers, as well as manage relationships with distribution and content partners for Network LIVE programming.

"In building Network LIVE, we have looked for senior level executives with both passion about the changing tides of the entertainment business and real-world experience. Goldfine is a stellar example of a professional who has both," said Kevin Wall, CEO of Network LIVE. "Goldfine joining our distinguished team demonstrates how Network LIVE is aggressively executing against our overall vision of delivering highest quality live content anytime, anywhere, and on any device."

"The entertainment business is evolving toward broadband-based distribution. With the shift in viewing habits occurring at lightning speed, Network LIVE, through its impressive roster of partners, has the potential to make an immediate and lasting impression on the changing face of content development and distribution," said Michael Goldfine. "I share the Network LIVE vision of delivering great live entertainment content to fans on their terms, and am thrilled to join their team."

Goldfine joins Network LIVE following three years as Senior Producer and correspondent for Extra! where he oversaw production of the daily nationally-syndicated entertainment show, and developed and produced international specials for Telepictures. Prior to Extra, Goldfine created, developed and co-produced Cathouse, which became the most-watched reality series in HBO history and was just picked up for its third season. He also produced human interest pieces for The Oprah Winfrey Show. A veteran of sports programming, Goldfine produced the Salt Lake City Winter Olympics for NBC, has held senior producer positions with Fox, where he developed, produced and launched Goin' Deep, Rewind, and The Last Word with Jim Rome for Fox Sports Net. He developed and supervised Beyond the Glory for Fox while at Broadband Sports. For the American Film Institute, Goldfine developed, wrote, directed, and produced a media campaign featuring Arnold Schwarzenegger, Clint Eastwood, Sylvester Stallone, and Jack Nicholson. Other producer credits include Deco Drive, The New Mike Ditka Show, Bears Sunday Live, and Fox Diner.

About Network LIVE

Network LIVE is the first entertainment network committed to redefining the creation and distribution of live content in the digital age. Network LIVE's rich slate of programming consists of live music, comedy, and live special events, and is distributed through multiple third party global media platforms including Internet, satellite radio, television (SD and HD), and wireless. A joint venture formed by AOL, XM Satellite Radio and AEG, Network LIVE leverages the built in audiences and resources of its partners and the proven power of live entertainment to deliver on its vision. Network LIVE has produced and distributed marquee events such as Live 8, as well as concerts from Bon Jovi, Green Day, Madonna, Keith Urban, and John Mayer Trio.

Source: Network LIVE

CONTACT: Candice Yusim of mPRm Public Relations, +1-323-933-3399,
ext. 239, cyusim@mprm.com, for Network LIVE; or Elisa Wiefel of Network LIVE,
+1-310-550-3831, ewiefel@networklive.com

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