Fort Wayne classical radio listeners recently lost a station voice. Stan Whippo was a frequently heard voice on Northeast Indiana Public Radio's WBOI (89.1fm-HD2, Fort Wayne), as a volunteer announcer. Stan died last month at age 94. Julia Meek from WBOI interviewed Mr. Whippo in 2017; click here to hear that interview. Finally, here's the complete obituary.
Northwest
Fountain Warren Community Radio's Variety/WFWR (91.5fm, Attica) had their tower destroyed last month during a storm. WFWR signed on in 2000. WFWR later posted on social media that they have a few offers to put their antenna on a different tower. For now, WFWR remains silent on 91.5fm, but streams online. And, here's more from local TV station WLFI-TV.
Eastcentral
Jackson Park Baptist Church's Silent/WJPB-LP (99.1fm, Muncie) changes call letters to WNAP-LP.
Central
Nexstar's FOX affiliate WXIN-TV (Channel 59, Indianapolis) and CBS affiliate WTTV-TV (Channel 4, Bloomington)/WTTK-TV (Channel 29, Kokomo) Assistant News Director Maureen Jennings Caruso will exit and join crosstown Scripps' ABC affiliate/WRTV-TV (Channel 6, Indianapolis) as their next News Director. Ms. Caruso succeeds Terri Cope-Walton who exited WRTV-TV after over 20 years there. On Monday (11/15), Ms. Cope-Walton will begin as VP/GM at Graham Media's WJXT/WCWJ, both in Jacksonville, Florida.
TEGNA's NBC affiliate/WTHR-TV (Channel 13, Indianapolis) welcomes Cierra Putnam as a '13 Investigates' reporter. Ms. Putnam last worked for WFTV-TV in Orlando, Florida.
Sarkes Tarzian's AAA/WTTS (92.3fm, Trafalgar) has several changes. Let's break them down. First, PD and afternoon host Laura Duncan exits for the PD chair at WXRT in Chicago. Succeeding Ms. Duncan is Lenny Diana, who last worked for Saga Communications, as OM of their WAQY and WLZX in Springfield, Massachusetts. Next month, Mr. Diana will also add oversight of sister Alternative/WGBJ (102.3fm, Auburn) in the Fort Wayne radio market. Next, MD and midday host Amber Hoback exits WTTS, and joins WNRN in the Charlottesville, Virginia market, in the same roles. Pete Kilmer moves into the midday role at WTTS. Mr. Kilmer worked for Clear Channel (later iHeartMedia) in Indianapolis. Finally, Brian Green is the new GSM for WTTS. Mr. Green last worked for Saga Communications, leading (GM) their six station Champaign, Illinois cluster. Mr. Green succeeds Tony Severino, who returns to the WTTS sales staff.
Former WTTV-TV (Channel 4, Bloomington) VP/Station Manager Don Tillman died. He was 81. Mr. Tillman started in broadcasting as a DJ at WMRI-FM (106.9fm) in Marion. After graduating from Northwestern University, Mr. Tillman worked at WTAF-TV (then on Channel 31) and WQAD-TV in the Quad Cities. Then, he worked at WTTV and then KTTV-TV in Los Angeles in 1983 (VP of Programming and Production). He was inducted into the Indiana Broadcast Pioneers. Here's the complete obituary.
Emmis/Indianapolis Director of promotions and events Lisa Wall exits the cluster. Ms. Wall joined Emmis in 2006 and ascended to this role in 2015. While Emmis searches for a successor, cluster promotions director Krystal Keithley will be Emmis' contact for the department.
Moody Radio's WGNR(AM) and WGNR-FM (1470am, 97.9fm; both Anderson) hires Devon Harris as Production Director.
Former WRTV-TV News Director Steve Hinkle died. He most recently worked for AVID as a project engineer.
Where Are They Now? Former WISH-TV Assistant News Director Andrew Gillfillan now is Assistant News Director at WFOR-TV in Miami, Florida.
Westcentral
American Hope Communications closes on their $179,000 purchase of Paul Ford's Word Power radio stations and translators. Word Power includes:
WPFR (1480am, Terre Haute)
WPFR-FM (93.7fm, Clinton)
WKZI (800am, Casey, Illinois)
WLHW (91.5, Casey, Illinois)
W292FT (106.3fm, Terre Haute)
W234CK (94.7fm Casey, Illinois)
W300DD (107.9fm, Greenup, Illinois)
Southcentral
Good Shepherd Radio's Contemporary Christian/WKJD (90.3fm, Columbus) adds a new FM translator: W248AF (97.5fm, Batesville). The translator had previously simulcast sister Southern Gospel/WYGS (91.1fm, Hope).
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 is something we need to add to the calendar, please let us know. Please also e-mail us if you have updated information.
November 14: In 1960, 1550am in New Castle signs on as WCTW. Today, it's WLTI. In 2012, former WIKY/Evansville PD Mark Baker died at age 57.
November 15: In 1984, 103.1fm then licensed to Versailles signs on as WOVR (Osgood Versailles Ripley. Osgood and Versailles both sit in Ripley County.) It's now licensed to Columbus on 102.9fm as WXCH.
November 16: In 1932, WCMA(AM) (1400am, Culver) signs off.
November 17: In 1958, 91.7fm in South Bend signs on as WETL ('We Educate Tomorrow's Leaders'), and still is. In 1987, Sarkes Tarzian died. Age 87.
November 18: In 1931, 1340am in Elkhart signs on as WTRC ('Truth Radio Corporation'), and still is. In 1956, 1400am in St. Joseph, Michigan signs on as WSJM ('St. Joseph, Michigan'), and still is. In 2008, radio broadcaster Ken Knapp died at age 47. Mr. Knapp worked in Fort Wayne, Lafayette, and Warsaw.
November 19: In 2007, WIAU (95.9fm, Franklin) flipped format from Oldies to talk, as WFDM ('Freedom 95.9')
November 20: In 1989, 107.9fm in Washington signs on as WAMW-FM, and returned to those call letters in October 2001.
Employment Opportunities
Family Friendly WFRN is looking for a fun, interesting, and kind soul to add to our expanding and developing on-air team!
Radio experience is preferred but not absolutely necessary. If you catch on quickly, are interested in learning technical procedures, and enjoy being part of an amazing faith community, we’d love to hear from you!
Must be available weekends and ideally have the flexibility for filling-in through the week on occasion.
Please send a resume and demo, or at least a recording of your voice to mornings@wfrn.com
Progressive Broadcasting System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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WITZ FM, WQKZ FM and WITZ AM 990 & 99.1 FM Radio Juan in Jasper, Indiana has an opening for a full-time account executive. You will be taking over an established client list. Sales and marketing will be the main focus of this position but if you have other related broadcast experience, it would be helpful. Copy writing and production skills are important. You must be a motivated self-starter and understand the importance of building and maintaining client relationships. Social media and website sales will also be part of this position. We will train the right person. Our stations are members of the Indiana Broadcasters Association with full access to Local Broadcast Sales P1 Training. If you’re looking for a great opportunity with an award winning radio station that’s been a major part of the local community since 1948 then send your resume to Gene Kuntz, P.O. Box 167, Jasper, IN 47546 or email gkuntz@witzamfm.com. Jasper On The Air is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Hoosier Ag Today is currently looking for an Indiana-based, farm broadcaster and multimedia content producer. Content would be created for the network’s 70 Indiana radio stations, website, and e-newsletter products and for the company’s Michigan Ag Today radio network and multimedia outlets. The ideal candidate would have experience in radio/TV on-air content, audio and video editing, social media skills, and analytics knowledge. Experience in the agriculture industry is a plus, but not required.
We are looking for an individual who can stay on top of the ever-evolving agriculture and media world. This candidate must be able to thrive in a work-at-home environment as well as out in the field gathering content. We need someone who can work as part of an award winning and experienced team. Good communication and organizational skills are a must.
Benefits include paid membership in the National Association of Farm Broadcasting (NAFB) and a company match IRA retirement program.
Hoosier Ag Today LLC was founded in 2006 for the specific purpose of serving the informational needs of the Hoosier agricultural community. HAT currently has 70 radio stations broadcasting its programs. In addition, HAT operates a multi-media website and publishes a daily e-mail newsletter. In 2008, 2010, 2012, 2016, and 2018, Hoosier Ag Today was rated the most listened to farm radio network in Indiana by Ag Media Research. In 2019, Hoosier Ag Today purchased Michigan Ag Today, a 16-station farm network serving the Michigan farm community. HAT is also part owner of the Indiana Farm Equipment and Technology Expo, held each December in Westfield, Indiana.
Send Inquiries/materials to:
Andy Eubank - President
Hoosier Ag Today - Michigan Ag Today
andy@hoosieragtoday.com
70 Huntington Way
Lafayette, IN 47905
765-588-4105 - studio/office direct
765-404-4159 - mobile
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WNAP, The Buzzard, seeks the right person or people for our stations as we develop Underwriting Sales. Our format is a fun Oldies presentation with sarcasm and tongue in cheek delivery. Our stations include: 56-year-old 990 WNAP Muncie and translator 101.5 W268BJ; WNAP-FM 88.1 Morristown, Indiana; 91.7 W219DO Edinburgh, Indiana, and WNPP Cole Indiana.
This is an outside position. Cities to be served include Muncie, Indianapolis, Greenfield, Shelbyville, Rushville, Anderson, Noblesville, and many others. If you have a history in customer service and want to help us grow, contact Martin Hensley at hensleym31@aol.com. New Beginnings Movement, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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A locally owned, multi-station cluster in a historic community is seeking a News/Sports Director interested in informing listeners in multiple counties who depend on the stations to be their primary news source. Additionally, the candidate will have a passion to do high school sports play-by-play. You'll even work with the Miami (OH) Sports Network providing scoreboard updates on G101-3.
If you are looking for a community to call home, send your materials demonstrating your talent in news writing and delivery as well as your play-by-play skills to rickduncan@g1013.com. Hurry…football season is coming soon!
Whitewater Broadcasting is an EOE and encourages the hiring of females and minorities.
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Cumulus-Indianapolis is looking for an experienced Program Director to lead rock station WNDX-FM. Ideal candidate should have a proven successful track record in the Rock and/or Classic Rock formats with a minimum of three years PD experience in a medium or large market preferred. Must be able to maximize productivity, be a multi-tasking and time management master and implement a strategic programming plan unique for the station in service to the Indianapolis market. This is a full-time position inclusive of a weekday and weekend on-air shift. Salary will be commensurate with experience and ratings history. Resume, references, ratings history and on-air demo should be included in confidence with your application. Click here to learn more and apply. CUMULUS MEDIA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
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Federated Media South Bend - Account Executive - New Business Development
This is an outside Sales position that will focus on building new business partnerships for the radio stations. It requires creativity and marketing savvy to discover and satisfy the needs of potential new clients with Integrating Marketing campaigns that include radio, content marketing, digital and event marketing. If you have been described as a self-starter, confident, driven, persistent, competitive, always closing, organized, problem solver, then you may love this opportunity!
Some requirements:
• College degree or 2 years sales experience, marketing preferred
• Can clearly communicate ideas through verbal and written presentations
• Operates by the Core Values of Integrity, Passion, and Innovation
Some benefits:
• Inbound Marketing Program to provide Qualified Leads
• CRM that helps you to work Smarter and Faster
• A comprehensive Sales Play Book to help you move the process along
• Healthcare (Health, Dental, Vision) and 401k
• A culture that’s driven by purpose. Creating big events. Helping local businesses. Raising money and giving back to non-profits.
• Send resume & cover letter to: smichel@federatedmedia.com
Federated Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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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.
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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.
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