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Indiana RadioWatch
Serving Hoosier Broadcasters Since 1998
27 May 2019
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Good Evening,
Since I'm based in Fort Wayne, I'm watching local television and scanning across the AM and FM radio dials. I'm impressed with tonight's severe weather coverage, especially from Nexstar's CBS affiliate/WANE-TV (Channel 15, Fort Wayne) Chief Meteorologist Nicholas Ferreri and meteorologist Adam Solarczyk, along with Quincy Media's/WPTA-TV (Channel 21, Fort Wayne) meteorologists John Burchfield and Caleb Chevalier.
From the e-mail pile: If you have a recollation of either WCBC-TV in Anderson or WRAY-TV in Princeton, please e-mail me. Thank you so much!
From the Reading Pile: To Many, Dave Wilson is Still King.
Northeast
Earlier this month, Quincy Media's WISE-TV (Channel 33, Fort Wayne) remodeled their channel lineup. The CW Network remains on their .1 channel. Here's the rest of the network:
.2: Justice Network.
.3: Grit TV
.4: Court TV
.5: Start TV
.6: MeTV
This change means the end of the weather radar channel on 33.2.
Adams Radio Group announced they will sell Oldies/WLYV (1450am, Fort Wayne) and FM translator W282CH (104.3fm, Fort Wayne) to Brian Walsh. Mr. Walsh owns Oldies/WIOE (101.1fm, South Whitley). No LMA on this deal, and we will share the sale price once the deal gets filed with the FCC. WLYV is a 1kW AM station with their tower site near South Anthony Boulevard and Hayden Street, along the railroad tracks, just southeast of downtown Fort Wayne. W282CH is a 250 watt FM translator, and their antenna is on the Cass Street tower, just north of West State Boulevard and Wells Street, near downtown Fort Wayne. Finally, Kalil & Co., Inc. served as exclusive broker for this sale.
Where Are They Now? Robert Feder reports that former WFFT-TV Chief Meteorologist Kristen Kirchhaine joined the weather staff WMAQ-TV in Chicago.
Northcentral
After 31 years, Dan Daggett retires from Kensington Media's Classic Hits/WRSW-FM (107.3fm, Warsaw). Mr. Daggett began at WRSW as a board operator for Chicago Cubs baseball games, and then went on-air. He worked every day part in those years, and then moved to sales, and served as GSM for 8 years.
Also, before we leave WRSW-FM, the station also installed a new transmitter. The 1985 Harris FM 10K went into retirement, and a new 2019 Gates Air Flexiva FAX 20 recently went online.
Central
Dispatch Broadcasting's NBC affiliate WTHR-TV (Channel 13, Indianapolis) welcomes back former dayside executive producer Perry Pace, now as Assistant News Director. Mr. Pace last served as Assistant News Director at Hearst's WVTM-TV in Birmingham, Alabama.
After 8 years, anchor/reporter Julian Grace exits Nexstar's CW affiliate/WISH-TV (Channel 8, Indianapolis). Mr. Grace served as a reporter during the week, and anchored on the weekend. Also, after 2 years, reporter Eric Feldman exits.
iHeartMedia welcomes Dave Hill as SVP/Programming for Indianapolis. Mr. Hill will also program Classic Rock/WFBQ (94.7fm, Indianapolis) and Alternative/WOLT (103.3fm, Indianapolis). Before moving to the capital city, Mr. Hill last programmed WBGG-FM in Miami, Florida. Finally, Mr. Hill succeeds Mike Killabrew, who became Director of Rock Programming for iHeart sister stations WBIG-FM and WWDC in Washington, DC.
Where Are They Now? Former WNOW-FM PD Brandon "Buster" Satterfield will become PD at WIOQ in Philadelphia, starting on June 17.
Southcentral
Sarkes Tarzian's AAA/WTTS (92.3fm, Trafalgar) recently added HD radio. WTTS began this format ("World Class Rock") in 1992. Brad Holtz leads WTTS, while Laura Duncan programs WTTS, assisted by Rob Humphrey. Amber Hoback is their Music Director.
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.
May 26: In 2003, WKJG-TV (Channel 33, Fort Wayne) changed call letters to WISE-TV.
May 27: In 2005, at 3:00pm, WFJZ (106.7fm, Hicksville, Ohio) became WFGA ("Froggy Garrett Auburn"), and flipped formats to Hot AC as "Froggy 106.7", and our tape deck was there. In 2006, Indianapolis and Muncie broadcaster David Rudat ("Dave Koffee") died at age 62.
May 28: In 1949, 88.1fm in New Albany signed on as WNAS; the very first high school based student-run FM radio station in the U.S. In 1967, 100.9fm in Lebanon signs on as WNON. Today, it's WNOU, and licensed to Speedway.
May 29: In 2003, WYBL (93.1fm, Clarksville) flips formats from country to jazz. In 2004, William Sites Fraser dies at age 81. Mr. Fraser started high school radio station WJEF (91.9fm, Lafayette).
May 30: In 1949, Channel 6 in Indianapolis signs on as WFBM-TV. Today, it's ABC affiliate WRTV-TV ("RTV 6").
May 31: In 1991, 103.5fm in Syracuse signs on as WAWC, and remains so today.
June 1: In 1962, 99.5fm in Greenfield signs on as WSMJ. Today, it's WZPL. In 1974, 103.9fm in Crawfordsville signs on as WLFQ-FM. Today, it's WIMC-FM. In 1982, 103.1fm in Covington signs on as WVWV. Today, it's WKZS. In 1992, former Lafayette and Michigan City radio Chief Engineer Harry Garba dies. Age 74. In 1998, Sarkes Tarzian co-founder Mary Tarzian dies. Age 93. In 2002, WBDG (90.9fm, Indianapolis) flips formats to Hot AC. In 2013, Woof Boom Radio begins, with the $4.45 million acquisition of the former Backyard Broadcasting radio stations in Muncie/Anderson.
Employment Opportunities
We’re looking for a multifaceted talent for our Marion, IN cluster. On-air, you’ll hold down PM Drive on WCJC weekdays and floating shifts on weekends. You will also create exclusive content for our digital platforms.
As Promotions Director you will be responsible for promotions on 1400 WBAT, 860 ESPN, 99.3 WCJC, and Star 106.9. The Promotions Director will work with the General Manager and Program Directors to execute promotions and also be in charge of creating and maintaining our WordPress-based websites and Social Channels.
Strong on-air skills and a love for people are mandatory. 3+ years of on-air broadcast experience is preferred. Knowledge of Adobe Audition and Wide Orbit Radio Automation are a positive. The ability to contribute to creating promotion plans that are in line with each station's strategic plan in a modern broadcast world is a must.
Send aircheck and resume and anything else you want to Operations Manager Vanessa Miller: vanessa@wmri.com. (Audio MP3 of 3MB or less – no links)
Hoosier AM/FM, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Continental Broadcast Group is seeking a motivated professional for the full-time position of Traffic Director. This role oversees Traffic and Continuity operations for our radio stations (WEDJ, WNTS, and WSYW). The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude and work well with a team, to help achieve team goals. Good written and oral communication skills are a must. This role has responsibility for managing commercial logs, sales order verification & entry, sponsorship tracking, spot scheduling, production coordination, and accurate on-air commercial delivery. Collaborates with station management, account executives, program director, producers, on-air staff, and sales professionals to problem solve, innovate, and optimize revenue to ensure advertiser satisfaction.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities include the following
• Facilitate and manage all commercial ad inventory for the station(s).
• Produce and reconcile weekly broadcast logs.
• Manage preemptions and make-goods.
• Provide sales and pacing projections.
• Supervise continuity and administrative processes.
• Works closely with Sales Manager and Business Manager to maximize revenue to inventory; interfaces with Production, Sales and Accounting Departments on a daily basis.
• Reports to the market’s Business Manager.
• Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned as necessary.
Qualifications
Must be bilingual (Spanish/English). 2+ years of related business experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Excellent organizational and communication skills are required as is the ability to effectively manage and meet deadlines. Prior computer experience, working with Marketron or other commercial scheduling software is a big plus.
Continental Broadcast Group is Indiana’s leading broadcaster of Spanish language content. Our heritage radio stations “Radio Latina” has been the leading Spanish station in the market for close to twenty years. In addition to radio, we provide information and entertainment via live events, social media, live streaming, and other digital platforms.
If you're interested, please contact Amiee McGrath (317) 860-0601 or amiee@wedjfm.com.
EEO - Continental Broadcast Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Hoosier Ag Today Seeking Ag Sales Professional
Hoosier Ag Today, Indiana’s leading agricultural communications organization, is seeking an ag sales professional to work with sponsors in Indiana and Michigan.
This individual will be primarily responsible for:
• Acquiring and servicing accounts in Michigan and Indiana
• Developing creative and effective programs that meet the marketing needs of agricultural businesses and farm organizations, large and small, by integrating broadcast, digital, and social media
• Developing and maintaining relationships with key marketing professionals
If you work best in a highly structured organization with close supervision and lots of meetings, then Hoosier Ag Today is not for you. At HAT, we believe in setting aggressive goals and then giving the individual the tools, time, and flexibility to reach those goals. You will be part of an experienced, talented, and supportive management and broadcast team. You will be expected to work hard and to have fun.
Requirements include:
• Honesty, integrity, professionalism, a sense of humor, and the ability to close a sale
• The ability to work independently, be organized, and be self-motivated
• Good written and verbal communication skills, a must
Benefits include:
• Paid membership in National Agri-Marketing Association
• Paid membership in National Association of Farm Broadcasters
• Paid vacation and sick days
• Company paid IRA match
Send resume to:
Gary Truitt
Hoosier Ag Today
PO Box 426
Zionsville, IN 46077
gtruitt@hoosieragtoday.com
Decatur, Illinois. Cromwell Group, Inc has 32 stations in Illinois, Kentucky, and Nashville Tn. 20 of them are in four nearby Central, Illinois communities (2 AMs, 11FMs, and 7 original format Translators). In Decatur our 8 stations (NAB Crystal winner twice) have a management position for one who likes to sell, train and motivate and be community involved. It’s definitely not a desk job. We built our first Decatur station in 1990. Decatur has been very good to us and our staff. 2018 was an overall record year for our company. We engage our listeners and client partners with broadcast plus social and digital advertising tools. Visit CromwellRadio.Com and Decatur Radio.com, or our APPs “ iGoRadio” and “DecaturRadio”. Listen on Alexa. You are welcome to talk to any of our Market Managers. We welcome your interest. Send your information to: decaturgm@cromwellradio.com. Tell us your reason you want to be in Central Illinois. It has to be a good one. We will respond. Cromwell is an EEO.
That's all for this issue. Thank you for your continued support.
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