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Indiana RadioWatch
Serving Hoosier Broadcasters Since 1998
29 October 2018
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Good Evening:
Northeast
In the 1990s, Stan Whippo became a volunteer at what was then Northeast Indiana Public Radio's WBNI (89.1fm, Fort Wayne), hosting classical music shows. The classical programming on WBNI (and the WBNI call letters) moved twice; now, they're on the 94.1fm (Class A) allocation, licensed to Roanoke, which "NIPR" purchased in 2007 for $1.75 million. Now in his early 90s, he will retire from WBNI ("Classical 94.1"). Last year, colleague Julia Meek interviewed Mr. Whippo, and you can hear that conversation.
Central
Emmis Communications/Indianapolis makes several promotions:
David Wood becomes Director of Programming, along with continued PD responsibilities over N-T/WIBC (93.1fm, Indianapolis). Matt Hibbeln becomes APD of WIBC.
Sean Copeland earns a promotion to PD of Light AC/WYXB (105.7fm, Indianapolis), and he will still host mornings. Finally, as we reported in August, Eric Allen is the MD and afternoon host at WYXB ("B105.7.")
South Madison Community School's CHR/WEEM (91.7fm, Pendleton) GM Chris Green adds upgraded digital equipment to both their live studio and production room. Last week, WEEM held an open house for donors, underwriters, and listeners. WEEM has 80 students participating this school year.
Radio One's CHR/WNOW-FM (100.9fm, Speedway) welcomes "Porkchop" (Garrett Kozden) as morning show executive producer to "The Joe and Alex Show." Among Mr. Kozden's broadcasting stops: New York (intern/nights at the former 92.3 NOW), San Diego (co-host/producer in mornings at Z90), and Portland, Oregon (morning show producer at 98.7 The Bull). Most recently, he worked for Dom Theodore in Cadillac, Michigan, hosting afternoons at WCDY.
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 28: In 1991, 96.3fm in Indianapolis signs on at 6:00am as WHHH, and still is. In 2002, 98.3fm in Warsaw signs on as WIOE-LP. It's now WLQZ-LP. The WIOE call letters moved in 2015 to the 101.1fm, South Whitley allocation.
October 29: In 1970, 99.3fm in Aurora signs on as WSCH (for founder John Schuler), and still is.
October 30: In 1938, 1050am in Indianapolis signs on as WIBC. The 1941 NARBA agreement moved WIBC from 1050am to 1070am, and today it's WFNI. In 1957, Channel 13 in Indianapolis signs on as WLWI. Today, it's WTHR-TV. In 2008, WJFX PD Thomas Foley ("Tommy Frank") dies at age 43.
October 31: In 1948, 1330am in Evansville signs on as WJPS. Today, it's WBGW. In 2014, 98.9fm in Newburgh signs on as WDXM-LP, and remains so today.
November 1: In 1963, 104.7fm in Jasper signs on as WITZ-FM, and remains so today. In 1971, 91.7fm in Pendleton signs on as WEEM (for founder Ernest E. Miller), and remains so today. In 1973, 1110am in Noblesville signs on as WHYT. This was an AM daytimer which later went dark. In 1987, Channel 23 in Marion signs on as WMCC-TV. Today, it's WNDY-TV. In 1997, 98.5fm in Ferdinand signs on as WQKZ, and still remains so today.
November 2: In 1920, WLK in Indianapolis signs on, as Indiana's first radio station. Financial difficulties lead to WLK going off the air for good in March 1923. In 2001, 1620am in South Bend changed call letters from WHLY to WDND.
November 3: In 2003, 1380am in Fort Wayne changed call letters from WONO ("One on One Sports") to WKJG ("William Kunkel Journal Gazette").
Employment Opportunities
WVUT Digital Content Producer/Reporter – Vincennes, IN
Vincennes University is seeking applicants for the full time position of WVUT Digital Content Producer/Reporter. This position is a full-time support staff position with benefits.
The WVUT Digital Content Producer/Reporter has a passion for story telling through broadcast and online media practices, including social media, and works across multiple departments to achieve a successful digital presence for our station(s). This is a full-time support staff position with a standard schedule of Monday through Friday 10am to 6:30pm, subject to change.This position reports to the News Director and the Director of Operations.
Responsibilities of the position are: Create content for digital platforms. Produce, gather and post content accurately and timely on our websites, mobile platforms and social media in support of our stations’ digital strategies. Schedule interviews with members of our community for human interest stories. Shoot video, including interviews, to accompany news and promotional content. Edit video and audio for news and promotional content. Write news stories for radio, television and web. Write copy to accompany promotional content. Work with the Director of Programming and Promotions on web and social media content. Assist in production of weekday 30 minute TV newscast and other productions as needed
Communicate with newsroom, production staff, and students on a daily basis
Assist in instructing students involved in daily newsroom and production tasks. Work across multiple departments for the success of our stations’ digital strategies. Perform other duties as assigned.
Successful candidates will have:
Associates Degree, required (Bachelor’s Degree, preferred)
Must have strong knowledge of media software and video exporting & uploading to digital platforms
Must be able to lift 50 pounds with reaching overhead, bending and twisting
Must hold a valid driver’s license
Benefits:
Candidate will be eligible for most benefits available to a full-time employee of Vincennes University. More information can be found by visiting the Benefits page of the VU website: http://vinu.edu/human-resources.
How to Apply:
Interested applicants should submit a VU application, cover letter, and resume including contact information for three references to Human Resources by email at jobs@vinu.edu or mail to Vincennes University, Human Resources, 1002 North First Street, Vincennes, IN 47591.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interviews may be held concurrently with the advertising period.
While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note the selected candidate may be required to submit to a criminal background check.
Vincennes University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action 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.
WPTA-TV/Fort Wayne is looking for an energetic sports anchor and multimedia journalist.
This full-time position will take someone who can excel in this digital age of journalism. The successful candidate will report, shoot, write, edit, produce and anchor. Sports is more than just reading scores and screaming highlights. Your compelling coverage must go beyond the game. We want you to create shareable stories for all of our platforms, including our website, mobile platforms and social media.
If you have a strong on-air presence with a credible delivery and personable style and have the ability to execute engaging live shots, we want you on our team. Applicants must have a degree in broadcast journalism or a related multimedia field and prior on-camera professional experience.
If you’re ambitious and are looking for your next career challenge, send your resume, cover letter and work sample or link to: Jonathan Shelley at jshelley@wpta21.com. (Please tell Jonathan that you learned about this job through IRW!)
WPTA is part of Quincy Media, Inc., a family-owned company operating 18 television stations. Throughout QMI, positions are available for candidates with all levels of experience. Visit https://quincymediacareers.com/ for links to all stations and opportunities.
WPTA-TV provides competitive compensation and excellent comprehensive benefits package, including 401k. WPTA-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Brothers Broadcasting, a family owned and operated radio group is seeking a Sales Manager for our 25kW station WIBN-FM, which serves Lafayette & West Lafayette Indiana. The right candidate should have a proven history of sales success, an entrepreneurial spirit, along with great communication skills. Interested candidates should email their resumes to JohnB1560wrin@gmail.com for consideration. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Brothers Broadcasting is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Full Time Sales Position available for ESPN 97.7 The REF, the exclusive ESPN Affiliate in the Evansville, Indiana area. WREF features ESPN programming, a local afternoon sports show with Dan Egierski, and play by play coverage of St. Louis Cardinals, Indiana University, University of Southern Indiana, over 75 local high school events and more. Primary job will be helping local companies grow their business through the power of sports and radio. Will include production and possibly on-air responsibilities. Knowledge of digital media would be very helpful. Send resume and salary requirements to edhenson1@bellsouth.net. WREF/Henson Media of Henderson County, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Hoosier AM/FM (WXXC-FM/WCJC-FM/WBAT(AM)/WMRI(AM)) in Marion, Indiana is currently looking for their next sales superstar! Previous sales experience and a knack for developing new business preferred. Organizational skills, creativity and a positive attitude are all a plus. We offer a competitive salary plus commission, benefits, and extras. If you are looking for an exciting career in radio, contact them today! Hoosier AM/FM, LLC maintains a drug-free workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please send resume to GM Joel Pyle at jpyle@star1069fm.com.
That's all for this issue. Thank you for your continued support.
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