Northwest
Tomorrow, Chesterton High School's Variety/WDSO (88.3fm, Duneland) will return to their regular programming at 6:00AM, Central Time. WDSO will have student programming weekdays from 6:00AM until 4:00PM. Music and Chesterton High School sports broadcasts will fill the remaining hours. Student management this year:
PD: Eli Ontiveros
MD: Andrew Stolz
Assistant MD: Simon Silliger
News Director: Sami Bunning
Promotions Director: Devin Michael
PSA Co-Directors: James Hennings and Logan Miller
WDSO management includes Matt Waters (station manager and faculty advisor) along with Operations Manager Michele Stipanovich.
Central
Westcentral
DLC Media drops their ESPN Sports Radio format on WFNF (1130am, Brazil) and translator W258BA (99.5fm, Terre Haute). Last Friday morning at 6:00AM, the station became an adult standards station (Westwood One) with the call letters WAMB ("Timeless 1130 and 99.5 WAMB"). The W258BA call letters remain the same. Core artists include The Carpenters, Norah Jones, Barry Manilow, and Frank Sinatra.
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 3: In 1968, 1570am in Auburn signed on as WIFF(AM). Today, it's WGLL(AM). In 1975, 89.1fm in Indianapolis signs on as WJEL (J. Everett Light Career Center). Later, it moved to 89.3fm, but remains WJEL. In 1980, 96.7fm in Alexandria signs on as WAXT. Today, it's WBKQ. Also in 1980, John Carl Jeffrey dies. Mr. Jeffrey was Sales Manager at the former WKMO (AM) (Kokomo). In 1948, he organized WIOU (1350am, Kokomo), and served as WIOU's VP/GM until retiring in 1972. In 2007, WOWO broadcasting legend Bob Sievers died. Age 90.
September 4: In 1995, 89.7fm in Upland signs on as WTUR. It's now WBCW, and part of The WBCL Radio Network.
September 5: In 1957, WKTL (1570am, Kendallville) became WAWK. In 1985, then-WFWQ (95.1fm, Fort Wayne) became "Majic," changing its call letters to WAJI (a most logical date, wouldn't you say?). In 2011, Evansville's "Thy Word Network" co-founder Shirley Chagle dies. Age 81.
September 6: In 1974, 95.9fm in Vevay signs on as WMGH-FM. Today, it's WKID. In 1977, 90.5fm in Rensselaer signs on as WPUM. WPUM signed off earlier this year, when St. Joseph's College suspended academic operations. In 2012, Indiana State Univerity's WISU (89.7fm, Terre Haute) GM and Faculty Advisor Dave Sabaini dies. Age 58.
September 7: In 1987, 91.5fm in McDaniels, Kentucky signs on as WBFI (and still is). In 1993, 90.7fm in Knightstown signs on as WKPW (and still is).
September 9: In 2013, Northeast Indiana radio station founder and pioneer Wayne Paradise dies. Mr. Paradise started WIFF-FM in Auburn and worked with several other radio and TV stations. Age 76.
Employment Opportunities
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.
99.5 zpl, Indy’s Hit Music Station has an amazing opportunity for you! We are now actively seeking a new afternoon Drive, Assistant Program Director/Music Director. We’re looking for someone fun, energetic, intelligent, outgoing, out-spoken, street-credible, quick witted, enthusiastic, team oriented, determined, and has a strong work ethic. You will need to be social media fluent and PPM friendly. Imaging skills would be a positive too - but not mandatory.
If you're interested please send a resume and short demo to our Operations Manager: JR Ammons JR@wzpl.com. Entercom is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Radio Producer
Location: South Bend
Department: Farm Journal Broadcasting
Reports to: Director of Radio Operations
Summary:
Seeking experienced radio producer for two live network broadcasts daily. The radio producer will be responsible for the technical production of Farm Journal Radio live broadcasts as well as production of custom audio for Farm Journal websites, clients and internal promotion.
Key Responsibilities:
These duties include, but are not limited to, the following: (Other duties may be assigned.)
* Daily technical production of 2 live radio shows
* Manage automation logs of 2 live radio shows
* Manage production of various recorded audio including show promos, market reports, custom audio for affiliates and clients, custom in-house audio, etc.
* Edit audio highlights from broadcasts to use on Farm Journal websites.
* Travel to produce live broadcasts from industry events
* Assist with booking guests
* Coordinate travel logistics
Education/Skills/Professional Experience:
These qualifications include, but are not limited to, the following:
* 1 to 3 years of radio production experience
* Bachelor’s degree in communications or journalism preferred
* Expertise with Adobe Audition, Pro Tools or similar audio editing suite
* Strong written and communication skills
* Must have a strong attention to detail and decision making skills
* Must be able to meet deadlines
* Knowledge of the Agricultural Industry is a plus
If you meet the qualifications, please submit your resume to hr@farmjournal.com.
DLC Media, Inc. is looking for an Account Executive and a Local Sales Manager for their new Radio Center in Brazil, IN. The winning candidate will be able to sell advertising on up to 9 Radio Stations and 7 websites. A great opportunity to build a great career with a growing family owned media company. DLC Media offers competitive pay and benefits. Send cover letter and resume to Dave Crooks - dlc@dlcmediainc.com. DLC Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
WAWK in Kendallville (1140am/95.5fm) is looking for a Part Time Disc Jockey on and off the air including hosting and preparing content for daily air shift Monday through Friday. Jobs at area events and assisting with production and must be able to work weekends as needed. Must have a positive attitude and work in a team. Please bring resume to 931 East Avenue, Kendallville, IN 46755 or call 260-347-2400. You can also write rich@wawk.com with an air check. Northeast Indiana Broadcasting, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
WAWK in Kendallville (1140am/95.5fm) is looking for an Account Executive. For more details or to submit your resume, please write rich@wawk.com. Northeast Indiana Broadcasting, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
That's all for this issue. Thank you for your continued support.
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