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Indiana RadioWatch
Serving Hoosier Broadcasters Since 1998
20 August 2020
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Good Evening,
From the Reading Pile: Betting on live music's return: As Las Vegas reopens, the whole fan experience is being tested.
From the Reading Pile: Democracy, accountability and empowerment: The case for journalism as a gen-ed course.
From the Reading Pile: How NBCUniversal's Reorganization Reveals the Future of the TV Business.
From the Reading Pile: 7 weeks to fix 7 deadly sins of radio personalities.
From the Reading Pile: Scott Fybush and I visit WMPI in Scottsburg.
Northeast
Brian Walsh closes on his $50,000 purchase of WGL (1250am, Fort Wayne) and the CP for an FM translator from Adams Radio Group.
Kaysie Chase exits the morning co-host seat at Federated Media's Country/WQHK (105.1fm, Huntertown). Ms. Chase and Josh Michaels joined "K-105" in June 2018, after both worked for Brewer Broadcasting at their Country/WQLK (96.1fm, Richmond) (IRW 06/11/2018). Mr. Michaels continues hosting mornings.
Northeast Indiana Public Radio's WBOI (89.1fm, Fort Wayne) updated their .3 subchannel to carry The Audio Reading Service. This is a free radio reading service for people who are blind or have a visual or a reading impairment.
Northcentral
Sound Management's CHR/WNDV (92.9fm, South Bend) welcomes Aaron "Goose" Seller and Jodee Woods to mornings. Mr. Seller last was on air at mutliple iHeart radio stations throughout Colorado (Denver, Colorado Springs, and Fort Collins). Ms. Woods last worked in Fargo, North Dakota for Midwest Communications in middays at KVOX-FM. "Goose and Jodee" succeeds the married morning duo of Dave O'Connor ("Irish Dave") and Christine. (IRW 06/25/2020).
At Sound Management's Rock/WYXX (97.7fm, Goshen), Bayless moves to afternoons, succeeding Gary Hegland.
Circle City Broadcasting's CW affiliate/WISH-TV (Channel 8, Indianapolis) begins a simulcast of their local newscasts with Family Broadcasting's WHME-TV (Channel 46, South Bend). When do Michiana TV viewers see WISH-TV?
During the week:
Daybreak News (4am until 10am)
All Indiana News (4pm until 5pm)
Evening News (5pm until 7pm)
Nightly News (10pm until 11:30pm).
On Saturday:
Daybreak (5:30am until 7am)
News 8 at 6:00 (6pm until 6:30pm)
News 8 at 11:00 (11pm until 11:30pm).
On Sunday evening, WHME airs the WISH 10pm news block of 30 minutes of news and 30 minutes of SportsLocker. Finally, Family Broadcasting Corp. is the former LeSEA Broadcasting, founded by the late Dr. Lester Sumrall.
Weigel Broadcasting’s ABC affiliate/WBND (Channel 57, South Bend) welcomes meteorologist John Hammersmith. Mr. Hammersmith last worked in Lawton, Oklahoma as the morning meteorologist at KSWO-TV (Channel 7).
Northwest
Chris Fleming exits as GM of the Neuhoff Media/Lafayette cluster, and joins El Dorado Broadcasters, as EVP/GM of their Victorville, California radio stations. Mike Shamus succeeds Mr. Fleming in the GM chair. Mr. Shamus most recently wore multiple hats at Neuhoff: VP/Programming, OM for the Lafayette cluster, and PD/morning co-host of Country/WKOA (105.3fm, Lafayette). Here's the Neuhoff/Lafayette cluster:
Sports/WASK (1450am, Lafayette) and translator W269DJ (101.7fm, Lafayette)
CHR/WXXB (102.9fm, Delphi)
Country/WKOA (105.3fm, Lafayette)
Rock/WKHY (93.5fm, Lafayette)
Classic Hits/WASK-FM (98.7fm, Battle Ground)
Central
Dick Wolfsie retired after working 30 years for WISH-TV (Channel 8, Indianapolis). He was a feature reporter on "Daybreak" (until 2010), then contributed during "Weekend Daybreak". He also hosted AM Indiana from 1989 until 1991 from Union Station. Before moving to Indianapolis, Mr. Wolfsie hosted talk shows in Boston, New York, Chicago, and Columbus, Ohio.
The Hamilton Times profiles Riley Dugan, daughter of actor and comedian Dave Dugan. Ms. Dugan attends Carmel High School and works at their WHJE (91.3fm, Carmel).
Where Are They Now? Former then-Clear Channel/Indianapolis Director of FM Programming Scott Jameson recently joined Beasley Media Group as Director of Programming for their Detroit, Michigan cluster.
Southeast
Midland Media announces the $400,000 sale of their Classic Rock/WJAA (96.3fm, Austin) to Rebecca and Brent Schepman's Social Butterfly Media. Ms. Schepman graduated college with a broadcasting degree, then joined WJAA in mornings and did sales. She worked there for 12 years, and then took time off to be a Mom. Here's the WJAA website.
Southwest
Andy Anderson's Radio Active Media sells Sports/WQXQ (101.9fm, Central City, Kentucky) to Educational Media Foundation for 617,000. The broker on this deal is Joe Tito (American Communications Partners).
Employment Opportunities
Are you direct and convincing when you know its right for the client? Do you naturally earn trust with the people you meet? Do you always live up to your commitments, even if it requires going the extra mile? Do you consistently out produce others with whom you work?
Federated Media is looking for bright, resourceful, highly motivated and committed individuals who will generate business by creating customized marketing solutions through Radio and Digital campaigns. This position requires the ability to set appointments, find key marketing challenges, and present solutions that get results to all types of local businesses.
To qualify, candidates must exhibit strong interpersonal skills, problem solving ability, attention to detail, creative thinking skills and credibility. Candidate must also be computer literate and have excellent prospecting and organization abilities.
Federated Media provides extensive marketing and sales training through The Radio Advertising Bureau and The Center for Sales Strategy. Digital Training and Digital Services are provided through Federated Digital Solutions.
Requirements:
*Marketing degree or a minimum of 3 years selling experience
*Dependable transportation, valid driver’s license and proof of insurance required.
*Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and Power Point.
*Ability to learn various software systems quickly.
*Knowledge of Digital Marketing preferred.
Send resume & cover letter to: greatjobs@federatedmedia.com or to the General Sales Manager listed below. Federated Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Tim Skibbe, GSM, WTRC-FM, WAOR-FM, WTRC(AM) tskibbe@federatedmedia.com
Emily Wideman, GSM, WRBR-FM ewideman@federatedmedia.com
Kathy Uebler, GSM, WBYT-FM kuebler@federatedmedia.com
Stephanie Michel, GSM, WUBU-FM smichel@federatedmedia.com
A Full time Advertising Sales position is available for Henson Media, in the Henderson, Kentucky and Evansville, Indiana area. Primary job will be helping local companies grow their business through the power of a radio group, primarily WSON AM/FM and ESPN 97.7 The REF. Will possibly include production responsibilities. Knowledge of digital media is helpful. Send resume and salary requirements to darlene@wsonradio.com and to edhenson1@bellsouth.net. Henson Media of Henderson County, LLC is an Equal Employment Employer.
Are you a salesperson with a positive attitude who hates to lose? Our Kokomo and Marion radio groups both have immediate openings for our next multi-media sales superstars! We’re looking for team players who are a whiz with technology, and previous sales experience, a knack for developing new business and creativity are all a plus. If a competitive salary plus commission, benefits, and extras get your attention, contact us today! Hoosier AM/FM, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a drug-free workplace. Please send resume to Joel Pyle at jpyle@star1069fm.com.
Locally-owned and operated WGCL (98.7 and AM 1370) and Rock 96-1 The Quarry are looking for both full-time and part-time account executives to help develop commercial, non-traditional, and digital revenue. Successful candidates:
• Have had success in selling their particular industry
• Possess a solid work ethic and are self-motivated
• Understand what it takes to develop and nurture mutually-beneficial business relationships
In this non-corporate, Bloomington-based position, you’ll help local businesses grow through the power of advertising on WGCL, Rock 96-1 The Quarry, and WTTS (92.3). You’ll also have the opportunity to sell a vast array of digital products through our new ST Digital arm. Whether you’re looking for a full-time career or a part-time opportunity, we will craft and customize the right scenario for the right candidate.
Send an introductory email along with your resume to dmyers@wgclradio.com. Sarkes Tarzian, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Locally-owned and operated 92.3 WTTS is looking for both full-time and part-time account executives to help develop commercial, non-traditional, and digital revenue. Successful candidates:
• Have had success in selling their particular industry
• Possess a solid work ethic and are self-motivated
• Understand what it takes to develop and nurture mutually-beneficial business relationships
In this non-corporate, Indianapolis-based position, you’ll help local businesses grow through the power of WTTS advertising. You’ll also have the opportunity to sell a vast array of digital products through our new ST Digital arm, all while enjoying the incredible experience of music. Whether you’re looking for a full-time career or a part-time opportunity, we will craft and customize the right scenario for the right candidate.
Send an introductory email along with your resume to careers@wttsfm.com. Sarkes Tarzian, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
That's all for this issue. Thank you for your continued support.
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