I think it's a very good suggestion.
It needs some tuneups but basically it make sense in my mind at least.
The only things that needs some tune up are:
1) How long will it be until a newbie will be able to do what ever he wants - You suggested 2 month, I can't really say if it's to much or not but it might need to have more thought into it.
2) What's the limit salary possible for newbie - It can't be a permanent number as I see it. it should be a number related to T.V contract / Salary floor. (As managers suggested before)
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