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Indiana RadioWatch
Serving Hoosier Broadcasters Since 1998
8 November 2018
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Good Evening,
Northeast
Federated Media's N-T/WOWO (1190am, Fort Wayne) and translator W298BJ (107.5fm, Fort Wayne) makes a few changes:
PD/Morning Host Kayla Blakeslee becomes APD, while continuing to host "Fort Wayne's Morning News.".
Fort Wayne's Morning News anchor Darrin Wright becomes News Director.
Jon Zimney becomes PD of WOWO, while continuing to program sister N-T/WTRC-FM (95.3fm, Niles, Michigan). Mr. Zimney programmed WOWO from the Fall of 2002 through mid-Summer 2007. In early 2010, Mr. Zimney became PD of "95.3 MNC: Michiana's News Channel" when it launched.
Central
Sarkes Tarzian's AAA/WTTS (92.3fm, Trafalgar) welcomes Amber Hoback as their new Music Director and Midday host, starting December 3. Ms. Hoback currently works in the Santa Rosa, California market, as PD/MD/Mornings at "The Krush 95.9" KRSH-FM.
After nearly two years, meteorologist Brad Maushart exits Media General's CW affiliate WISH-TV (Channel 8, Indianapolis). In early December, Mr. Maushart will return to Cincinnati, Ohio, where he last worked for WCPO-TV. This time, Mr. Maushart will join WKRC-TV for as their weekend morning meteorologist, along with weather and reporting duties through the week.
Westcentral
After 17 years, Midwest Communications' Country/WTHI-FM (99.9fm, Terre Haute) PD/afternoon host Eric Michaels exits. Midwest/Terre Haute OM Steve Cannon becomes "Hi 99" PD, while night host Steve Hall moves to Afternoons.
Where Are They Now? Former Nexstar NBC affiliate WTWO-TV (Channel 2, Terre Haute) and Mission Broadcasting ABC affiliate WAWV (Channel 38, Terre Haute) weekday morning meteorologist Robyn King becomes a meteorologist with Spectrum News 1, which covers Kentucky, Southwestern Ohio and the Evansville/Owensboro area, from television studios in Louisville, Kentucky.
Employment Opportunities
WVUT Digital Content Producer/Reporter – Vincennes, IN
Vincennes University is seeking applicants for the 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.
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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