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Indiana RadioWatch
Serving Hoosier Broadcasters Since 1998
23 September 2019
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Good Evening,
On October 13, there will be a benefit held for Fort Wayne broadcaster 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.
From the Reading Pile: Radio station WWV to celebrate 100 years.
From the Reading Pile: What happens when weekly newspapers disappear?
Northeast
Swick Broadcasting's Classic Country/WFGA (106.7fm, Hicksville, Ohio) opens new studios at the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Museum.
On October 5, Huntington University will host a 25th birthday party for their broadcast media program (during homecoming weekend). There's an online registration here.
Where Are They Now? Former WOWO (1190am, Fort Wayne) weekend guy Sean Compton recently became Executive VP of WGN America, WGN Radio (720am, Chicago), Antenna TV, and Director of Content Acquisition.
Central
Late last week, the Nexstar/Tribune acquisition closed. We updated our Indianapolis TV scorecard:
Nexstar now owns FOX affiliate WXIN-TV (Channel 59, Indianapolis) and CBS affiliate WTTV-TV (Channel 4, Bloomington)/WTTK-TV (Channel 29, Kokomo).
DuJuan McCoy's Circle City Broadcasting now owns CW affiliate/WISH-TV (Channel 8, Indianapolis) and MyNetwork affiliate/WNDY (Channel 23, Indianapolis). Mr. McCoy is a Butler University graduate and began his television career in 1989 at WTTV-TV (Channel 4).
Exclusive: Chief Engineer Doug Garlinger and General Sales Manager Susan Buterbaugh both exit. For now, Nexstar will keep their master control hub operations in the WISH-TV building.
Finally, WISH-TV promotes Nina Criscuolo from reporter/fill in anchor to weekend evening anchor and reporter.
Update: Dustin Grove joins as a weekend anchor/reporter for TEGNA's NBC affiliate/WTHR-TV (Channel 13, Indianapolis). Mr. Grove last worked in academia at Purdue University. There, Mr. Grove taught in the Brian Lamb School of Communication and served as co-director of the Indiana High School Digital Media Conference. Mr. Lamb has previously television experience at both WISH-TV (Channel 8, Indianapolis) and WSBT-TV (Channel 22, South Bend).
Southcentral
Update: Jimmy Foxx (James Davidson) last worked at Entercom/Riverside, California at 'KFROG' ("Jimmy Hoppa"). Rich Anthony, Brand Manager for White River's WWWY (106.1fm, North Vernon) remembers Jimmy: "I worked with Jimmy at Y106. He did mornings, I did afternoons. I’ve never worked with a die-hard Cubs’ fan until he was hired. He was a big baseball fan but it was always first and foremost his Cubbies. He left us after a few years and went back to California. He was a good man and had a very loyal following out west. Our prayers are with his family."
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.
September 22: In 1947, 1060am in Benton Harbor, Michigan signs on as WHFB, and still is.
September 23: In 1967, Channel 35 in Madisonville, Kentucky signs on as WKMA-TV, and remains so today.
September 24: In 1950, 91.3fm in Indianapolis signs on as WAJC in the evening. In 1956, WAJC moved from 91.3fm to 104.5fm. Butler University sold WAJC in 1993, and it's now commercially-owned WJJK. In 2001, Verna Whitworth passed away. Age 91. Verna hosted "Visit with Verna," a music show for kids on WHBU(AM) (1240am, Anderson).
September 25: In 1966, 89.5fm, Valparaiso signs on as WVUR. It later moved to 95.1fm, but remains WVUR. In 1996, WDJB (106.3fm, Columbia City) flipped formats from Rhythmic CHR to Modern AC, as "Storm 106.3."
September 26: In 1954, Channel 15 in Waterloo signs on as WINT-TV. It later moved to Fort Wayne, and became WANE-TV in 1958. In 1990, the 106.3fm, Columbia City allocation returns from going silent. The new owners signed 106.3fm on with a CHR format and WBBE call letters, as "B-106." And, here's how it sounded.
September 27: In 1926, 1270am in Richmond signs on as WKBV ("William Knox BrookVille") for founder William Knox. WKBV moved frequencies several times and eventually landed on 1490am, where today it remains WKBV. In 1953, Channel 50 in Evansville signs on at 3:00pm as WEHT-TV ("Watch Evansville-Henderson Television.") It moved to Channel 25 in 1964, but remains WEHT-TV today. In 2012, Chuck Crane died. Mr. Crane worked at Indianapolis and Marion radio stations, eventually achieving broadcasting success in Chicago and New York City. After broadcasting, Mr. Crane becane Dr. Crane (Dentist) and moved to Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Crane was 58.
September 28: In 1957, Channel 21 in Roanoke signs on at 3:00pm as WPTA-TV (for founder Sarkes Tarzian's daughter and son Patricia and Thomas). The WPTA-TV city of license later became Fort Wayne, and Channel 21 remains WPTA-TV today. In 1964, 105.3fm in Lafayette signs on as WASK-FM. Today, it's WKOA. 107.5fm in Terre Haute signs on as WBOW-FM ("Banks of the Wabash River"). After going dark for over a decade, 107.5fm has new owners, and is WYLJ ("Will You Love Jesus?")
Employment Opportunities
Circle City Broadcasting has opportunities for Master Control roles and Traffic roles. More details here.
Federated Media is looking for a Program Director and on-air talent for Active Rock/WBYR in Fort Wayne. 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. Fort Wayne 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: jallgeier@federatedmedia.com. Check out the station at 989thebear.com Federated Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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.
WROI/Rochester, Indiana is looking for a new morning DJ and News Director. Send your materials to tconrady@wsvx.com and put WROI in the subject line. WROI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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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