Paramount Media Networks

Paramount Media Networks
Formerly
  • Warner Cable Communications (1977–1979)
  • Warner-Amex Satellite Entertainment (1979–1984)
  • MTV Networks (1984–2011)
  • Viacom Media Networks (2011–19)
  • ViacomCBS Domestic Media Networks (2019–22)
Company typeDivision
Industry
FoundedDecember 1, 1977 (1977-12-01)
FounderRobert Pittman
Headquarters1515 Broadway,
New York City, New York
,
U.S.
Key people
George Cheeks (Chairman)
Laurel Weir (Head of programming)
Brands
Parent Paramount Skydance TV Media
Divisions

Paramount Media Networks is the division of Paramount Skydance Corporation that oversees the operations of its television channels and online brands. The division was originally founded as MTV Networks in 1984, named after MTV. It would be known under this name until 2011; when it would be thereafter known as Viacom Media Networks until 2019; and ViacomCBS Domestic Media Networks until 2022.

The division's television assets are managed through four units: MTV Entertainment Group, Showtime Networks, BET Media Group, and Nickelodeon Group. Paramount's international/foreign assets are overseen by Paramount International Networks.

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