Google Hires NBC Video Executive, Michael Steib

MediaPost reports Google has hired Michael Steib, the general manager of strategic ventures at NBC Universal. A Google spokesperson said: “We are pleased to have Michael Steib join the Google team to help us work with advertisers to create effective, measurable video advertising.” Googl added, “As we continue to grow our video ads business, Michael’s experience in Internet and media will help us succeed.” Steib will work under Tim Armstrong, Vice President of Advertising Sales, as the lead of new ad sales (specifically, I assume for the video products).