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Indiana RadioWatch
Serving Hoosier Broadcasters Since 1998
9 October 2019
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Good Evening,
Tomorrow, we'll be back with more news!
On October 13, there will be a benefit held for Steve "Tiny" Michaels, as he recovers from surgery and has ongoing medical expenses. The benefit will be held at the Mizpah Shrine Center, 1005 Memorial Way, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Entertainment will include Mike Conley, Pat Godwin, Heywood Banks, and others. A silent auction will also be held. Friends have also created a GoFundMe.
Four Hoosier broadcasters will become members of the Indiana Broadcast Pioneers Richard M. Fairbanks Hall of Fame later this month. We profiled two in our last IRW.
Linda Lupear graduated from Butler University. She became one of the first female general assignment news reporters in Indy TV. She first joined WISH-TV (Channel 8) and then moved to WRTV-TV (Channel 6) in 1973. Ms. Lupear remained at RTV6 for 24 years, telling both education and health stories.
Ed Spray graduated from Indiana University. While there, he worked for IU Radio and Television Services. Then it was off to Indy, and WISH-TV (Channel 8). In 1966, he moved to Chicago and worked first for WMAQ-TV, then WBBM-TV. In the mid-1980s, he took a job transfer to KCBS-TV in Los Angeles. In the mid-1990s, he co-founded HGTV while working for Scripps Network. In 2005, Ed retired as president of Scripps Networks.
Statewide
Byron Allen's Allen Media Broadcasting announces the purchase of Bob Prather's USA TV local television stations for $290 million. Allen will purchase 11 televisions stations across the country. These stations are in Alabama, California, Minnesota, Mississippi, Oregon, and there's three Indiana stations: FOX, Bounce, and Antenna TV affiliate/WFFT-TV (Channel 55, Fort Wayne), CBS, FOX, CW, and ION affiliate/WTHI-TV (Channel 10, Terre Haute), and CBS, CW, ION, and GetTV affiliate/WLFI-TV (Channel 18, Lafayette). These stations will add to Allen's local television portfolio, as he recently purchased DuJuan McCoy's Bayou City Broadcasting, and CBS/FOX affiliate WEVV-TV (Channel 44, Evansville) along with a Louisiana TV station.
Allen Media Broadcasting will own the stations, but Bob Prather's USA TV/Heartland Media will continue managing day-to-day operations. USA TV is a joint venture with MSouth Equity Partners.
Nielsen TV market rankings
Nielsen released their Fall 2019 market rankings by population.
Indianapolis moves up three to #25.
South Bend moves up one to #98.
Evansville moves down two to #105.
Fort Wayne moves down six to #110.
Terre Haute moves up two to #160.
Lafayette moves up one to #187.
From the Reading Pile: Humming along: Columbus’ WHUM community radio station finds fans who like ‘eclectic’.
From the Reading Pile: 'Is there a future in television?' Broadcaster recalls early days at WEHT
Northwest
Star City Broadcasting receives an FCC Notice of Violation for their CHR/WAZY (96.5fm, Lafayette). When the FCC's Enforcement Bureau inspected WAZY, they found it was operating at 88.2% of its authorized transmitter power, and that's below the 90% rule. The FCC also said WAZY's remote control equipment wasn't working.
John Nasukaluk Clare exits as Music Director for Purdue University's Classical/WBAA-FM (101.3fm, West Lafayette) and joins Classic 107.3 (K297BI), which is a simulcast of KNOU-HD2 (96.3fm). Mr. Clare serves as CEO and GM. https://classic1073.org/
Before Mr. Clare joined WBAA, he worked for NPR, VOA, CBC, and radio stations across the country.
Central
Where Are They Now? Former Indianapolis programmer (WKLU, WNTR, WXNT), APD/MD (WLHK) and broadcaster (then-WGLD) Scott Roddy becomes the OM/PD for KWJJ and KRSK at Entercom/Portland, Oregon. Mr. Roddy also programmed WBTU in Fort Wayne.
Southwest
Nexstar ABC affiliate/WEHT-TV (Channel 25, Evansville) welcomes Gretchen Ross to morning co-anchor a new 4 hour news block, alongside Jake Boswell, Ronan Rhodes, and Joe Bird. Ms. Ross last worked for Nexstar sister station WRIC-TV in Richmond, Virginia.
This Week in Indiana Radio History
Sign-on dates seem to be a prickly matter, subject to great debate, and mostly impossible to confirm. If there's something we need to add to the "calendar," please let us know. Please e-mail us if you have updated information.
October 6: In 1967, 105.5fm in Valparaiso signs on as WAKE-FM. Today, it's WLJE.
October 7: In 1963, 1550am in Sullivan signs on as WKQV. Today, it's WNDI. In 2000, former then-WLCL (107.1fm, Lowell) Owner and GM William Joseph Dunn died. Age 75.
October 8: In 1984, 102.3fm in Petersburg signs on as WFPC. Today, it's WBTO-FM. Also in 1984, Ken Owen joins Liz Berry at the WANE-TV (Channel 15, Fort Wayne) news desk. (YouTube has the whole newscast) In 1995, Jay Walker becomes morning host ("Jay Walker and The Good Morning Team") at WOWO (1190am, Fort Wayne). In 2007, WNOU ("RadioNOW 93.1") flipped to Christmas music for soon-to-be WIBC-FM
October 9: In 2011, Former WNDU-TV (Channel 16, South Bend) News Director, WSBT-TV (Channel 22, South Bend) journalist and WISH-TV (Channel 8, Indianapolis) journalist Harry Kevorkian died (Age 82).
October 10: In 1947, 99.9fm in Benton Harbor, Michigan signs on as WHFB-FM. Today, it's WQLQ. In 1953, 1600am in Linton signs on as WBTO(AM). 1600am later signed off. In 2007, 100.9fm in Speedway flipped formats from Smooth Jazz/WYZJ ("Smooth Jazz 100.9") to CHR/WNOU ("Radio Now 100.9"). The flip happend at 5:00pm.
October 11: In 2001, 89.9fm in Hanna signs on as WHLP, and remains so today. In 2015, veteran (35 years) Evansville broadcaster Dave Lyons died. Age 59. Mr. Lyons programmed WGBF(AM) from 1980 until 1984 and joined WIKY-FM in 1985. In 2016, Country/WHFB-FM (99.9fm, Benton Harbor) flips format from Country to CHR, as "Live 99.9". 99.9fm also changed call letters to WQLQ.
October 12: In 2011, 90.9fm in Noblesville signs on as WSQM and remains so today.
Employment Opportunities
WFHB in Bloomington seeks a full-time News Director. Qualifications, including three to five years of writing, reporting, and producing experience all detailed here.
Federated Media South Bend is looking for a Superstar to host a top-rated radio stations mid-day or afternoon drive on our South Bend Active Rock Station WRBR 103.9 The Bear. If you can do a great daily live show that is lifestyle and listener driven, then we want to hear from you. We are looking for someone that can do a stellar show daily, engage the audience on social media and hit the streets to interact with listeners one-on-one. If you are interested in working for a great company that invests into its talent, then send your cover letter, resume, references, demo and social media links to jderby@federatedmedia.com. Federated Media is an equal opportunity employer.
Federated Media is looking for a Program Director and on-air talent for Active Rock/WRBR 103.9 The Bear in South Bend. The ideal candidate will be able to come in and hit the ground running. We will provide you with all of the tools to succeed. We are looking for someone who is a great talent coach, not afraid to lead by example, creative yet detail oriented, and understands the importance of multi-platform branding—without losing focus on what’s coming out of the speakers. 3 years minimum experience required for consideration. The South Bend area is a great place to call home and Federated Media is a great company to work for. If this sounds like you, email: Resume, Air-Check, and Programming Philosophy to: jderby@federatedmedia.com Federated Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Circle City Broadcasting has opportunities for Master Control roles and Traffic roles. More here.
WICR Radio at the University of Indianapolis is accepting applications for a Director of Engineering. This is a full-time, exempt staff position. The Director of Engineering (DOE) oversees the technical operations of WICR-FM, its HD channels, and Internet streams. The position holder is also the Designated Chief Operator for WICR Radio according to the requirements of the Federal Communications Commission and, as such, is responsible for ensuring the station complies with applicable FCC rules and regulations. The DOE is responsible for developing short and long-term facility plans, recruiting and teaching a student staff, facilitating equipment maintenance, and providing technical support, as needed, for television and the communication department.
Three years of broadcast engineering or related experience is required. This includes experience with and knowledge of FCC Rules and Regulations as they pertain to licensing and operating a full-power FM/HD radio station, radio frequency transmission and reception systems; and computer networks, operating, and digital audio systems. Experience teaching/training/managing staff members on the proper operation of radio studio and transmission equipment is also required. Candidates must have obtained a bachelor's degree in communication, telecommunications, media or a related field.
To view the full advertisement and apply, visit hrjobs.uindy.edu. The University of Indianapolis is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, citizenship status, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. The University of Indianapolis does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission as required by Title IX.
DLC Media, Inc. in Terre Haute has an opening for Full and Part-time Account Executives. We operate 5 Metro radio stations: WAMB, WFNB, WVIG, WAXI and WZJK. Past sales experience preferred but not necessary.
We offer training and benefits. Learn more about our locally family owned company at dlcmediainc.com
Send a cover letter and resume to Dave Crooks dlc@dlcmediainc.com. DLC Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Producer
Do you have a passion for politics, local video programs and documentaries? Do you like taking storytelling to a new level? WNIT Public Television seeks a dynamic Producer specializing in politics and documentary production. You’ll produce Politically Speaking, a bi-weekly half hour program that takes an in- depth look at local, state and national issues impacting the area. You’ll also work with a team of talented production staff on local productions and documentary programs. A Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications or related field preferred. Full description of qualifications and duties is below.
Apply by sending a cover letter, resume, and a link or sample of your work to: maupperle@wnit.org, or mail to WNIT Public Television, Attn: Producer Search Committee, PO Box 7034, South Bend, IN 46634-7034. Please mention where you learned about this position. EOE. More about the job here.
Do you have INTEGRITY – PASSION – Innovation? Federated Media is accepting applications for a Production Director for our South Bend Radio Group. Seeking a person who will thrive in a culture that lives by the values listed above.
The successful candidate will have the ability to communicate effectively with many different types of social styles. They must have excellent writing and organizational skills and enjoy a fast-paced environment. This candidate will take pride in their work, realizing that their commitment to quality production makes a huge contribution to the cluster’s success.
As Production Director you will be responsible for, but not limited to: Directing and executing workflow of commercials from writing, voicing, producing, and editing. Assists Traffic Department and Sales in commercial placement and deadlines. Ability to voice track a shift and/or fill in for on-air personalities. Act as the liaison for clients in commercial and podcast recording and production. Creative thinking and marketing expertise are essential abilities in developing commercials and podcasts that get results for our clients. Previous Production experience preferred, as well as, working knowledge of vCreative, audio editing, traffic and radio automation software.
Interested? Send your resume, cover letter, and samples of commercial script written or produced commercials to Stephanie Michel at smichel@federatedmedia.com. No Phone Calls. Confidentiality assured. Federated Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
That's all for this issue. Thank you for your continued support.
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