Good Morning:
From the E-mail Bag: "I'm doing a documentary on a small record label that originated in Gary, Indiana called Vee Jay Records. I'm seeking audio or video related to the label and its founder Vivian Cater (A Chicago radio DJ, along with stops at WJOB in Hammond and WWCA in Gary.) Carter's show was "Livin' with Vivian." If you have any information, please let me know.
Nielsen Radio market rankings
Nielsen released their Fall 2017 radio market rankings by population.
Indianapolis remains #39.
Fort Wayne moves up one to #115.
Evansville moves up one to #163.
South Bend remains #184.
Terre Haute moves up one to #214.
Muncie-Marion remains #218.
Lafayette moves up one to #222.
Northeast
Where Are They Now? Former Oasis Radio Group/Fort Wayne Production Director and on-air personality Chris Cruise now handles afternoons at KAWO-FM in Boise, Idaho.
Northcentral
Chicago media reporter Robert Feder mentions in a recent column that Joshua Short joins Gray Television's NBC affiliate/WNDU-TV (Channel 16, South Bend) as a weekend anchor. Mr. Short graduated from Columbia College in Chicago.
Central
Entercom's CHR/WZPL (99.5fm, Greenfield) welcomes Dylan Salisbury as their new MD and afternoon drive personality. Mr. Salisbury arrives from Des Moines, Iowa, where he had both roles at KKDM-FM. Mr. Salisbury also worked in Minneapolis, Minnesota (KDWB-FM) and Lincoln, Nebraska (KFRX-FM). Mr. Salisbury begins at WZPL on Monday November 6.
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 22: In 1940, 1450am in Vincennes signed on as WAOV, and still is. In 2001, WMYS (1430am, Indianapolis) flips format from Standards to Talk (WXNT).
October 23: In 1924, 1130am in Indianapolis signed on as WFBM. It later moved to 1330am (1927), 1090am (1928), 1230am (1929) and after NARBA in 1941: 1260am. Today, it's WNDE. In 2014, former WPTA-TV Fort Wayne VP/GM Ed Metcalfe died at age 96.
October 24: In 2002, WXKE (103.9fm, Fort Wayne) flips format from Rock ("Rock 104") to AC as WYLT ("My 103.9"). In 2003, WENS (97.1fm, Shelbyville) became a Hot AC as "Real 97.1." In 2016, veteran Terre Haute DJ Matt Luecking dies. Age 44.
October 25: In 1979, WNDU-FM (92.9fm, South Bend) drops their hit parade music format, and launches as Top 40/"U93".
October 27: In 1977, Longtime Wabash Valley Broadcasting/Terre Haute GM (WTHI(AM), WTHI-FM, WWVR-FM) Tony Hulman, Jr. dies at age 76.
October 28: In 1991, 96.3fm in Indianapolis signs on at 6:00am as WHHH, and still is.
Employment Opportunities
Wish you could work at your favorite radio station? Here’s your chance! Our Marion, IN, radio group is currently on the search for our next sales superstar. This person will work with current clients, and look for new business. While media experience isn’t necessary, drive, ambition, and creativity are. Follow-up and organizational skills are also key. We offer a competitive salary plus commission, plus benefits and extras. Hoosier AM/FM, LLC., maintains a drug-free workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Please send resume to jpyle@star1069fm.com.
WNIT, South Bend’s PBS station, is seeking an MMJ for its Education Counts – Michiana weekly program. Details are at www.wnit.org/jobs.
Adams Radio Group - Fort Wayne, IN is seeking an experienced Director of Sales to lead an accomplished team of Account Executives. Adams operates a cluster of 8 radio stations in market #113 and the DOS will be responsible for driving revenue for the cluster. This is not a stay behind the desk position as the DOS will be out in front of customers each week training and presenting ideas that drive business revenues for all. This individual will be in charge motivating and leading our team in the attainment of budgets, presenting a full menu of products including digital and events. This person must have a proven track record of success in selling, recruiting, training and a full understanding of marketing trends prevalent to our business and customer base. Attractive Salary plus Bonus Structure and Full Benefit Package including matching 401K plan
The DOS will also be active in the community and represent the interests of our company and our customers always.
WZBD in Berne is looking for an individual to be the voice and face of the radio station mainly in Wells County with some work in Adams County. This would include on air reporting, sales, and news and sports coverage from Wells County. Interested individuals should send resumes to Rob Weaver at rob.weaver@wpgwradio.us. Adams County Radio, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
WITZ Radio has a very rare full time mid-day opening for an announcer to join our family. Duties include a live air shift from 9AM-2PM Monday through Friday and 7AM-12N on Sunday. Strong interview, writing and production skills are key to this position. Knowledge of website design and social media is also important. This individual needs to get involved in the local community. Minorities especially females are encouraged to apply. WITZ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please send air check and resume to:
Gene Kuntz
General Manager
WITZ Radio
1978 S. WITZ Rd.
Jasper, IN 47546
Take a pleasurable trip up US-31 to Ludington, Michigan. We are looking for a morning show for our CHR station. It’s locally owned and operated. We cover area news, sports, promotions, and have a unique music mix. Send demo and resume to patrick@wmom.fm. EOE/M/F
That's all for this issue. Thank you for your continued support.
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