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Indiana RadioWatch
Serving Hoosier Broadcasters Since 1998
11 February 2019
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Good Evening:
From the Reading Pile: FCC eyes Radio Station ownership as next deregulation target.
Northwest
Dave North exits as PD at Star City Broadcasting's Country/WYCM (95.7fm, Attica), but remains with the cluster, as Chief Photographer for their sister TV stations WPBI-LD (Channel 16, Lafayette) which airs FOX on their .1, NBC on their .2 and ABC on their .3. ABC also airs on their WPBY-LD (Channel 35, Lafayette) along with a channel share of Me-TV and MyNetworkTV on 35.2.
Mr. North continues his evening show ("North At Night") on Adult Hits/WBPE (95.3.fm, Brookston). Sister CHR/WAZY (96.5fm, Lafayette) PD Boomer adds WYCM PD responsibilities.
Eastcentral
Ball State University files a silent STA with the FCC for their WBSJ (91.7fm, Portland), citing a transmitter failure. In their FCC filing, Ball State mentions that WBSJ covers "a somewhat sparsely populated area," and the university doesn't have the budget for a new transmiter. Will Ball State perhaps look for a buyer of this 2kW Class A station? It was December 1997 when Ball State University added WBSJ to their Indiana Public Radio network.
Southwest
In 1995, The Bob and Tom Show began syndicating their morning show from Indianapolis. The show recently added Cromwell's Classic Rock/WCJZ (105.7fm, Cannelton). Over in Evansville, the show airs on Townsquare's Rock/WGBF-FM (103.1fm, Henderson, Kentucky).
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.
February 10: In 2016, former WBCI (100.9fm, Lebanon) GM John Dotas dies. Age 80.
February 11: In 1991, 106.1fm in Newburgh signs on as WSYZ. Today, it's WDKS. In 2007, Devin Marsh dies. Age 43. During his career, Mr. Marsh programmed five different south central Indiana radio stations.
February 12: In 2002, former Booth American (WJVA 1580am/WZZP 103.9fm) South Bend GM Vincent Fasolo ("Vince Ford") dies. Age 73. In 2005, AC/WJLT (105.3fm, Evansville) flipped formats to Oldies.
February 13: In 2010, Larry Aiken, former owner of Evansville's WGBF(AM) and FM dies. Age 70. In 1997, WOWO (1190am, Fort Wayne) PD Gary Noe dies. Age 49.
February 14: In 1953, 1220am in Salem signs on as WSLM, and remains so today. In 1965, 990am in Muncie signs on as WERK. Today, it's WRFM. In 1966, 1290am in New Albany signs on as WREY. It's now deleted. Also in 1966, WBDG (90.9fm, Indianapolis) signs on with a full programming schedule, at 10 watts. In 1978, Indianapolis' WFBQ (94.7fm, Indianapolis) dropped the "TM Stereo Rock" automated format, and went live and local. In 1993, Channel 27 in Jasper signs on as W27BG. It's now on Channel 18, and is WJTS-CD ("Watch Jasper's Television Station").
February 15: In 1968, Channel 22 in Vincennes signs on as WVUT-TV, and remains so today. In 1998, former WBAA(AM) (920am, Lafayette) Chief Engineer Ralph Townsley dies. Age 87. In 2001, WTLC-FM moved frequencies from 105.7fm (Indianapolis) to 106.7fm (Greenwood). Emmis Communications then began "B105.7" (WYXB) as a Soft AC station. In 2005, high school play by play man and Metro Networks News Source bureau chief Rod Brooks dies. Age 50. Mr. Brooks was the first voice heard in 1971 when WEEM (91.7fm, Pendleton) signed on the air.
February 16: In 2011, former Paoli radio station owner (WSEZ 1560am, WUME 95.3fm) Virginia A. King dies. Age 90.
Employment Opportunities
If you are a great storyteller on the air and on the web and social media, your next gig might be with one of America's great news/talk stations. WIBC in Indianapolis is looking for a full-time multimedia content producer with great anchoring, and news writing skills. This gig also includes writing wire copy and delivering content on Network Indiana's state-wide platform.
This gig is for a pro. This gig is for a strong storyteller. This gig is for a person who believes in delivering a sound-heavy, well-articulated newscast.
You'll be challenged. You'll be educated. You'll get great experience and fulfillment.
If you want to work with a great team of professionals who love news and who know how to have fun doing it, then apply at https://www.emmis.com/emmis-careers/job-openings/ .
YOU MUST send tape (don't know what tape is? It's a demo-an aircheck) to CEDavis@indy.emmis.com to be considered for this position. Emmis Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
G101-3, the world’s most interactive radio station, is seeking its next Midday host. You’ll do live middays on The G and voicetrack afternoons on our #1 Classic Hits sister station WZZY. Plus, you’ll sit in on promotions meetings and help us craft our latest and greatest client/listener building opportunities. Can you do a great show with phones, remotes and appearances, plus keep yourself plugged into our historic community? Can you help keep our social media fresh and creative? (Photoshop experience a definite plus) If you think you can handle creative radio in a non-corporate environment and blend in with our talented yet dysfunctional staff you can…
E-mail your info to rickduncan@g1013.com ("G101-3 Middays" in the subject line)
All experience levels are welcome to apply. Whitewater Broadcasting is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Promotions Director – WAJI, WLDE, WAJI-HD2, Fort Wayne, IN
The Promotions Director will work with programming, digital and sales departments to develop and execute successful promotional campaigns; build and maintain relationships with advertisers, and promotional partners; serve as the liaison representing the station and its promotional opportunities. This is a position that will report directly to the Operations Manager.
Responsibilities:
Develop creative and innovative promotional events and campaigns
Represent stations brands including Majic 95.1, Fun 101.7 and ALT 99.5, Fort Wayne, IN
Assist Sales in creating revenue generating opportunities
Oversee and execute all on site station promotional events
Lead the Promotions department from ideas to promotion execution
Work closely with Operations Manager as well as the management team
Conduct and direct weekly promotions meeting
Oversee all contest prizes and contest rules with assistance from management
Database maintenance
Qualifications:
Ability to effectively manage and develop employees in a very busy, and creative environment
Familiarity with Fort Wayne and Northeast IN area helpful, but not required
Working knowledge and understanding of Radio Programming & Sales, specifically individual formats and their target audiences
Ability to assist in maximizing promotional revenue opportunities
Excellent writing/editing and computer skills, including Power Point and Photoshop
Experience in promotions, marketing, radio or related industry preferred
Understanding of digital marketing & promotion and social media platforms
Leadership and Management skills helpful
Education: College education preferred, but not required
Must have valid driver’s license, and you will be required to pass a background check.
Send resume to jobs@stfortwayne.com. Sarkes Tarzian Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
44News (WEVV-TV) in Evansville, Indiana, is looking for a Weekend Meteorologist/Weekday Reporter.
The successful candidate will be familiar with weather terminology and have the ability to put together and deliver a clear, understandable, and accurate weather forecast. That person will also be able to act as a general assignment reporter/MMJ which includes the ability to take complex issues and situations and explain them in clear, concise, and accurate story form; enterprise stories; cultivate sources; and communicate effectively in both the spoken and written word.
Familiarity with Edius or similar editing software, Inception or similar newsroom computer system, and Baron or a similar newsroom weather system is necessary. The ability to shoot and edit video is also a must.
Anyone interested should send a resume and a link to samples of their work to jobs@bayoucitybroadcasting.com. Include the words, “Evansville Weather-Reporter” in the subject line. Bayou City Broadcasting is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Are you a radio journalist interested in an escape from harsh winters and an opportunity to work for a great family-owned radio group? A legendary California medium-market powerhouse is seeking a news director. The successful candidate will have strong reporting, writing, and anchoring skills. He or she must also show ability to coach and manage a staff. If interested, contact mark@markhowellnews.com.
That's all for this issue. Thank you for your continued support.
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