Northeast
This coming weekend, Northeast Indiana Public Radio's WBOI (89.1fm, Fort Wayne) will introduce four new programs to their weekend schedule.
Northcentral
After only a few months in the News Director chair, Jessica Laszewski exits that role at Gray Television's NBC affiliate/WNDU-TV (Channel 16, South Bend). Ms. Laszewski will move back to Wisconsin and become the News Director for Gray's WMTV-TV in Madison, Wisconsin.
Northwest
While you might associate John Records Landecker with Chicago radio, he's lived in northwest Indiana. Mr. Landecker has also been a broadcaster at both Gerard Media's WIMS (1420am, Michigan City) and Michigan City FM Broadcasters' WEFM (95.9fm, Michigan City). Last Friday, Indiana honored him with the Sagamore of the Wabash. In November, Mr. Landecker will be inducted into the National Radio Hall of Fame at the Museum of Broadcast Communications in Chicago. Here's more from The Michigan City News-Dispatch.
After the FCC denied an Indiana Community Radio Corp. application for WCNB (91.5fm, Dayton), WCNB files a new application with the FCC. This application proposes a new tower site near IN-28, southeast of Lafayette. There, WCNB will broadcast with 2,500 watts from an antenna height of 140 feet.
Central
Today, Nexstar's CW affiliate/WISH-TV (Channel 8, Indianapolis) will partially change up their local news schedule:
4am until 10am: "Daybreak"
10am until 11am: "Indy Style"
11am until Noon: "The Midday News" (from Noon)
Noon until 1pm: Rachel Ray (from 10am)
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 11: In 1953, Channel 50 in Evansville signed on as WEHT-TV, but WEHT-TV later moved to Channel 25. In 1962, 102.7fm in Terre Haute signed on as WPFR-FM. Today, it's WDWQ. In 1973, 97.9fm in Anderson signed on as WLHN-FM. Today, it's WGNR-FM. In 1997, 88.1fm in Spencerville, Ohio signed on as WBCJ and remains so today. In 2001, Paoli radio station owner Denzel King passes away. Age 87. In 2016, Tom Berg, broadcaster in Columbus, Crawfordsville, Indianapolis, Martinsville, and Knox dies. Age 52.
September 12: In 1954, 1600am in Peru signed on as WARU and remains so today. In 1960, 90.7fm in Muncie signed on as WBST. It later moved to 92.1fm. In 1980, WBST became an NPR affiliate. In 1996, 95.9fm in Seelyville signed on as WTHC. Today, it's WVIG.
September 14: In 1959, 92.3fm in Hammond signed on as WYCA. Today, it's WPWX. In 1962, 99.7fm in Frankfort signed on as WILO-FM. Today, it's WSHW. In 1963, 1560am in Rensselaer signed on as WRIN and remains so today. In 1970, two radio stations sign on: 91.1fm in Indianapolis signed on as WEDM and remains so today, while 93.3fm in Linton signed on as WBTO-FM. Today, it's WQTY.
September 15: In 1966, 95.9fm, Michigan City signed on as WMCB-FM. Today, it's WEFM. In 2009, at 6:00PM, WKLU-FM (101.9fm, Brownsburg) signed off as an oldies station, owned by Russ Oasis. Educational Media Foundation took over the frequency at that point, and still runs their contemporary Christian "K-Love" format.
September 16: In 2000, what was then WEXI (102.9fm, Huntington) dropped their simulcast of what was then their sister station: Rock/WXKE (103.9fm, Fort Wayne). WEXI 102.9fm flipped formats to dance and club music, as "Energy 102.9." Today, 102.9fm is WJCI, while 103.9fm is WWFW, and they're now owned by separate organizations.
Employment Opportunities
Take a pleasurable trip up US-31 to Ludington, Michigan. We are looking for a morning show for our CHR station. It’s locally owned and operated. We cover area news, sports, promotions, and have a unique music mix. Send demo and resume to patrick@wmom.fm. EOE/M/F
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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