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Indiana RadioWatch
Serving Hoosier Broadcasters Since 1998
17 December 2018
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Good Evening,
Northeast
Starting today, Northeast Indiana Broadcasting's Classic Hits/WAWK (1140am, Kendallville) and FM translators W238BH (95.5fm, Kendallville)/W232DK (94.3fm, Auburn) go all holiday music until December 26.
Northwest
Tony Katz hosts both mornings at Emmis' N-T/WIBC (93.1fm, Indianapolis) and also does an 11am until 1pm talk show on "93.1 WIBC." Now, he's syndicating "Tony Katz Today". Lafayette will be his first affiliate: Star City Broadcasting's WSHY (1410am, Lafayette), and FM translator W282CJ (104.3fm, Lafayette).
Central
Dispatch Broadcasting's NBC affiliate/WTHR-TV (Channel 13) anchor John Stehr will retire this Friday. Mr. Stehr announced plans to retire in June. His co-anchor Andrea Morehead took a leave of absence to battle breast cancer, and Ms. Morehead returned to WTHR in October. Mr. Stehr will remain with WTHR by contributing to special coverage, such as the Indianapolis 500 or community events. Mr. Stehr arrived at WTHR in 1995 after working for CBS News in New York, as anchor for CBS Morning News, and as a network correspondent.
Karen Vaughn returns to Radio One/Indianapolis as OM, succeeding Theodore Turner ("Big Bink") who recently existed. Ms. Vaughn will oversee Urban AC/WTLC (106.7fm, Greenwood), Rhythmic CHR/WHHH (96.3fm, Indianapolis) and Gospel/WTLC (1310am, Indianapolis). Ms. Vaughn served as OM at Radio One/Indianapolis until September 2016, and then worked in Philadelphia, as OM of Radio One's cluster.
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.
December 16: In 1950, 1250am in Princeton signs on as WRAY, and still is. In 1966, 105.3fm in Scottsburg signs on as WMPI (for owner Montgomery-Phillips Partnership), and still is. In 1988, WOWO 1190AM flips format from MOR to Oldies. In 1991, 95.7fm in Nappanee signs on as WLRX. It's now WRDI.
December 17: In 1941, 860am in Henderson, Kentucky signs on as WSON, and remains so today (HenderSON). In 1960, 101.3fm in Richmond signs on as WKBV-FM (for founder William Knox who was from BrookVille, Indiana). Today, it's WFMG. In 1998, WISH-TV (Channel 8, Indianapolis) signed on in HD. In 2013, Allen Hackney died. Age 44. Mr. Hackney was a DJ at WBIW Radio in Bedford.
December 18: In 1998, Emmis unveiled their new $30 million world headquarters on Monument Circle in Indianapolis.
December 19: In 1948, 106.9fm in Marion signs on as WMRI(FM). Today, it's WXXC. In 1967, 107.1fm in Boonville signs on as WBNL-FM. Today, it's WJPS.
December 20: In 1955, Clarence Leich dies. Age 71. Mr. Leich served as the longtime GM of Evansville on the Air, Inc./WGBF(AM), retiring in 1950.
December 21: In 1952, Channel 34 in South Bend signs on as WSBT-TV (for original owners The South Bend Tribune). WSBT-TV moved to Channel 22 in 1957, but remains WSBT-TV today. In 1977, Channel 55 in Fort Wayne signs on as WFFT-TV ("We're Fifty Five Television"), and still is.
December 22: In 1947, 1580am in South Bend signs on as WJVA (St. Joseph VAlley). Today, it's WHLY. In 1964, 105.3fm in Evansville signs on as WVHI (for owner "Valley HI Broadasting"). Today, it's WJLT. In 1975, 100.9fm in Huntingburg signs on as WBDC(FM), and still is.
Employment Opportunities
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.
Entercom/Indianapolis has three openings, including a part time engineer. More details, here.
Country 103.9 WRBI has an immediate opening for a Traffic Director.
Description: We are looking for a Full-Time Traffic Director to manage the daily preparation and maintenance of on-air logs.
Responsibilities will include:
• Daily use of Natural Log software to schedule inventory in order to maximize station revenue on high demand stations in sell out situations
• Data and order entry
• Scheduling ad copy
• Posting of daily commercial logs
• Preparation and maintenance of reports
• Weekly affidavit processing of network and syndicated programming
Competency:
• Innovative problem solving and decision-making skills used to achieve station revenue goals
• Dependable, responsible, excellent attention to detail, superior organizational skills, and excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong computer skills including proficiency in MS Office products
• Demonstrate ability to work under pressure while meeting multiple deadlines with minimal supervision
• Analytical skills, professional demeanor, proven ability to multi-task amid interruptions
Send your resume to careers@wrbiradio.com. Leeson Media LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Sarkes Tarzian, Inc. has a rare and immediate opening for Bloomington Sales Manager, overseeing sales for heritage News/Talk WGCL (96.1 FM and AM1370) and directing the Bloomington-based sales of Adult Rock WTTS (92.3 FM). The ideal candidate will be a positive, forward-thinking leader with a results-driven background in media sales and management. The next Bloomington Sales Manager will possess a solid track record of identifying and motivating a local sales team, growing station accounts and maintaining a consistent book of business. WGCL offers an array of attractive news, talk and sports programming, including The Dave Ramsey Show, Rush Limbaugh, Kim Komando, Sean Hannity, NBC Sports, Indianapolis Colts, NFL and NCAA football, Cincinnati Reds baseball, IndyCar races including the Indianapolis 500, NCAA basketball and March Madness and local programs like Glass In The Morning, In The Zone, The Bloomington Review, Your Money and Monroe County’s leading high school sports coverage. Sarkes Tarzian, Inc. is independently owned and operated, placing the highest value in the listeners, clients and communities we serve. This is not corporate radio. Interested? Send your materials to careers@wgclradio.com. No calls please. EOE.
That's all for this issue. Thank you for your continued support.
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