Indiana RadioWatch: July 4, 2015
iHeartMedia's Sports/WNDE (1260am, Indianapolis) adds translator W248AW (97.5fm, Indianapolis) and will add Rush Limbaugh on Monday.
Until this week, Mr. Limbaugh remained a mainstay of early afternoons on crosstown Emmis Communications' N-T/WIBC (93.1fm, Indianapolis). Mr. Limbaugh debuted on WIBC (then on 1070am) in the early 1990s. With WIBC ending their relationship with Mr. Limbaugh, they expand Dana Loesch from an hour to three hours (1pm until 4pm). Also, Greg Garrison moves to 11am until 1pm. A new show debuted "The 10 @ 10" with News Director Mike Wilson and Ray Steele. The hourlong show will showcase the top ten most interesting stories of the day.
Fort Wayne Catholic Radio Group sells its CP for translator W258BY (99.5fm, Fort Wayne) for $190,000 to Sarkes Tarzian. Last summer, FWCRG paid Northeast Indiana Public Radio $113,000 for the CP. Most presumably, FWCRG bought the translator to add FM listenership to its WLYV (1450am, Fort Wayne). However, last summer, Adams Radio Group exchange its 106.3fm, Columbia City class A frequency for WLYV.
Word Broadcasting Network's Sports/WVHI (1330am, Evansville) remains in format, but segues to the syndicated Yahoo! Sports Radio format, under GM Krista Denton.
Suzee Leavell becomes the GSM of Federated Media's Country/WQHK (105.1fm, Huntertown). No stranger to Federated Media, Ms. Leavell was a GSM at the former WFWI (now WOWO-FM) and at WQHK-FM.
Where Are They Now? Former WMGI Night jock and Production Director Ben Davis becomes OM of the Alpha Media radio station cluster in Louisville, Kentucky.
Today in Indiana Radio History
In 1929, Main Auto Supply has a tragic fire, which forced its WOWO off the air for about two days. WOWO moved across the street for several months during reconstruction. In 1948, 990am, Jasper signs on and remains WITZ to this day. In 1981, 97.1fm, Shelbyville became WENS.
Employment Opportunities
Blind Box: Full Service AM/FM seeks PD/Afternoon drive. This is a small-town music station with a long community service tradition. If you've always wanted to super serve your city of license, now's the chance. You'll do a little bit of everything: On-Air, Promotions, Production, and you'll flex your creative radio muscles. This isn't "liner card" radio. Please send resumes to me (irw@well.com), and I'll forward them along. This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
WICR-FM/HD Radio at the University of Indianapolis is accepting applications for a Director of Programming. This is a full-time, exempt staff position.
The Director of Programming is responsible for all content airing on and related to WICR-FM/HD 1, HD 2, and HD 3. This includes oversight of Internet and social media content for all three channels. Additionally, this position provides programming input for UIndy-TV 5, a student-run, campus closed circuit, cable TV channel. The Director of Programming provides assistance in teaching select courses and leads the effort to coach student on-air personalities.
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree required in communication, telecommunications, media or a related field; master's degree preferred. At least three years of commercial and/or public radio programming experience (preferably both) and at least five years of experience as an on-air personality on commercial or non-commercial radio stations (preferably both); some teaching/training experience; experience in non-commercial educational radio environment preferred. Knowledge of public and commercial radio programming methods and techniques; ability to develop, select, and schedule programs that connect channels to target audiences; basic understanding of using Nielsen Audio ratings data for program review; ability to coach and develop student air talent; significant knowledge of scheduling using radio automation systems (Audio Vault experience a plus); proficiency in using digital audio editing software (Adobe Audition experience a plus); significant knowledge of selecting music and using scheduling software (Selector experience a plus); ability to use social/interactive media to promote broadcast and related content; and ability to build and maintain relationships with community stakeholders, most notably non-for-profit arts organizations, in regard to locally-produced radio programming and web content. Prefer knowledge of public radio programming and distribution services; some knowledge of jazz and classical music; and basic understanding of television program development, scheduling, and promotion.
Apply electronically at https://jobs.uindy.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
The University of Indianapolis is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.
DLC Media, Inc. has a job opening for an Account Executive at True Oldies 104.9 WAXI. We are the exclusive Terre Haute area home for Oldies/Classic HIts, The Bob & Tom Show, Indiana University Sports, Bears, Pacers and local high school sports. Our office and studio is located in Parke County just 25 minutes north of Downtown Terre Haute.You must have dependable transportation. Our customers are located in the Rockville, Clinton, Terre Haute, and Brazil area. We provide a base salary and a good customer list with great potential. If you follow our sales system you can make above average income. However, patience is required as you learn new skills. We provide 2 weeks paid vacation, paid holidays and paid sick days. We provide $200 monthly travel allowance. We even pay 67% of Medical Insurance premiums for you and your family. We provide 100% paid Life Insurance. If you have what it takes you can build a great career. Retail and/or sales experience preferred. To apply, send a cover letter and resume to dlcmediainc at gmail dot com. DLC Media, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Visit our website for more information: trueoldieswaxi.com.
Experienced News Director wanted to lead a fantastic news team in beautiful Northeast Indiana.
Our next News Director will lead our stations' news operation, both on-air and on-line. If you are passionate, sharp and love to enrich viewer's lives, you're what we're looking for.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
* Ability to meet deadlines while handling multiple tasks.
* Preparing and maintaining departmental budgets.
* Developing news coverage strategies for 2 TV stations and an extensive arsenal of digital properties.
* Minimum 5 years experience in TV news and a Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field.
* Working with other department heads to establish and reach goals.
* Developing your staff through critiques, training and mentoring.
* Exemplary oral and written communications skills.
Never considered Northeast Indiana? Well, you've been missing out! Reasonable cost of living, affordable homes, beautiful lakes, great sports and accolades galore from some of the nation's leading publications. Centrally located from Chicago, Indianapolis, Detroit and Cincinnati, everyone loves Northeast Indiana as a contender in a land full of kings. You can make your mark here, and you will. Visit www.yourstorymadehere.com and you'll learn our story.
Please apply online at www.gbcjobs.com, or send your cover letter and resume with references. Submit to: WPTA / WISE, 3401 Butler Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46808, to the attention of Don Osika, General Manager or email to dono at 21alive dot com Please tell us where you saw this opportunity. EOE.
DLC Media, Inc. is hiring! We need a full-time Multi-Task Broadcaster to work in the Washington/Vincennes, Indiana market. The successful applicant will produce a "live" weekday show as well as production duties. This job also includes part-time radio and interactive sales. Previous "On-Air" and Sales experience is required. To apply, send a resume and cover letter to dlcmediainc at gmail dot com, or mail to Dave Crooks, President & General Manager, 800 West National Hwy, Washington, IN 47501. DLC Media, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Are you looking for a career with one of the fastest growing media companies in the United States? Are you looking for a career with a company that believes local is how you win in today's competitive marketplace?
Adams Radio Group-Fort Wayne has an opening for a morning host on Soft Rock 1039. Take a listen to the station, see if you'd be the right fit, and show us your best! At Adams Radio Group, we believe each person makes a big impact. We take the smartest and most passionate team-oriented people we can find and put them in an environment where they can thrive. We value customer service, teamwork, and fun.
The right candidate will have:
* At least 3 years of full-time on-air experience
* A passion for local radio
* The ability to connect with our listeners and community
* The drive to build our brand
* Flexibility (your talents will also be used on our other stations)
Fort Wayne is affordable, a great place to live, and a great place to work in radio. If you can demonstrate you have a successful track record, understand what it takes to win, and have a great attitude...then we should talk! Send your resume, 3 minute mp3 air-check and a sample of your production skills to: Robbie Mack, softrock1039jobs at gmail.com
Adams Radio Group is an equal opportunity employer.
The White River Broadcasting Company has an outstanding opening in our advertising sales department. This opportunity provides excellent income for the right person. The "right person" will possess incredible sales and marketing skill-sets, having the ability to help clients achieve their business goals. Strong interpersonal skills are preferred. If you can sell, we can teach you Radio.
This position offers a competitive compensation package including salary, plus commission, health and life insurance benefits and 401 (k).
Contact White River Broadcasting Sales Manager, Bob Morrison at bobm at 1061theriver dot com. You may also send your resume and cover letter by March 13 to 106.1 The River; Attention: Sales Manager; P. O. Box 1789; Columbus, IN 47202. White River Broadcasting is proud to be an equal opportunity employer
Federated Media's heritage WOWO, Fort Wayne is seeking a news director. Fort Wayne, Indiana's #1 radio station, a 50,000-watt news, weather and talk service station has a rare opening for a full-time news director/anchor to join our Marconi winning team. If you're hard working, have a dynamic personality, strong news delivery, ability to command attention through storytelling, have successful interactions with on-air partners and want to work for a station the community adores and loves, we're looking for you. We're one of Indiana's premiere news stations celebrating 90 years in the community -- and with a 50,000 watt AM signal with a FM simulcast, we're the most-listened-to station in our market. Responsibilities include news anchoring, reporting breaking news, attending sporting events and other paid appearances, leading a fully staffed newsroom as someone who leads by example and possibly fill-in hosting duties. An ideal candidate is energetic, efficient and capable of multi-tasking in a lively, fast-paced environment. This sometimes requires weekend and evening hours, both on the street and in the radio station. WOWO is also unique because of a local TV partnership. We simulcast one hour every weekday morning on our local NBC affiliate, as well as live TV traffic updates in the afternoon. This means future candidates must be comfortable with frequent TV exposure. You'll also be working with one of the best crews in the business, along with a great company to back a positive environment. To be considered, please send a resume via e-mail to operations manager Ryan Wrecker at: wrecker at wowo dot com or mail your stuff to Ryan Wrecker, WOWO Radio, 2915 Maples Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46816. No phone calls please. Federated Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Account Manager - WJOB radio and JED.tv - WJOB and JED.tv are looking for two self-starters to join their marketing team - one full-time and one part-time person. WJOB is a heritage radio station in Hammond, Indiana, 20 miles from downtown Chicago. JED.tv is the podcast and web site for popular morning host Jim Dedelow. The station and show have great momentum for radio and web-based offerings.
Full-time - Bachelor's degree in marketing or business and 3+ years experience
Part-time - Bachelor's degree in marketing or business or 3+ years experience
Duties/skills: Develop print and internet marketing materials for radio and web offerings, Distribute materials to local businesses and regional buyers, Work with station manager on long-term marketing goals, Attend meetings of local business and marketing groups, Visit existing clients to strengthen relationships, Build on existing popularity and strength to bring in new business, Create proposals, communicate contract arrangements to clients.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Must be an independent worker comfortable with digital media. Send resume to: Debbie Wargo at debbie at wjob1230 dot com
Network Sales Manager, Adams Radio Group, Fort Wayne
Are you looking for an exciting career with one of the fastest growing media companies in the United States? Are you looking for an exciting career in radio with a company that believes having great local products is how you win in today's competitive marketplace? Adams Radio Group-Fort Wayne has an opening for a Network Sales Manager. At Adams Radio Group we believe each person makes a big impact. We take the smartest and most passionate team-oriented people we can find and put them in an environment where they can thrive. We value customer service, teamwork, and fun.
The position of Network Sales Manager is responsible for: Developing revenue on our eight Fort Wayne stations by utilizing our news, weather and traffic products, Developing compelling sales presentations for local and regional advertisers, Maximizing revenue opportunities, Network inventory management
If you can demonstrate you have a successful track record beating or exceeding goals, the ability to create new revenue opportunities, and possess leadership skills that set you apart from others...then we should talk!
Adams Radio Group-Fort Wayne owns and operates 8 stations in the greater Fort Wayne area. If you think you're qualified, please send your resume and references to: Chris Monk, Adams Radio Group-Fort Wayne, 2000 Lower Huntington Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46819. You can also e-mail your material to: chrismonk at argfw dot com.
107.5 WABX is looking for an Assistant Program Director/Afternoon Drive Personality for 20 year Heritage Classic Rock 107.5 WABX. No liner card readers please. You must have the skills to help lead WABX as an Assistant Program Director. We offer a competitive salary and full benefits package. A valid driver's license and good driving record are required. Send your air check and resume TODAY to Rusty James at rusty.james at mwcradio dot com or snail mail to Rusty's attention at 1162 Mt. Auburn Road, Evansville, IN 47720. 107.5 WABX and Midwest Communications are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
News Director/Anchor, WFFT-TV, Fort Wayne: If you are an experienced broadcast journalist with on-air and newsroom leadership experience, then we are interested in you. You must be a compelling on air anchor with an added ability to write the competitive and strategic master plan for the newsroom. This is a great opportunity for someone to join and lead a highly competitive and accomplished FOX newscast that has earned four Emmy nominations and twice awarded Best Newscast. The successful candidate must have an understanding of local news, as well as the ability to coach reporters to be enterprising with their story generation, as well as compelling and relevant with their content. Must have the ability to effectively deliver product on multi-media platform and make it relevant to the next generation of news viewers. This is a unique opportunity to take an award winning product to the next level. Solid news judgment, great communication skills and exceptional leadership are a requirement. Fort Wayne is located in northeast Indiana and is the second largest city in Indiana and the 76th largest city in Country. The Fort Wayne market is an extraordinary place to live and work, offering affordable living and an active lifestyle. Fort Wayne has been honored with several awards for quality of life and is a multiple winner of the All American City Award. Please send resumes and support materials to: WFFT Fort Wayne, Attn: Bill Ritchhart, 3707 Hillegas Road, Fort Wayne IN 46807, Or via e-mail: britchhart at wfft dot com. Nexstar Broadcasting is an equal opportunity employer.
WXKE/Fort Wayne is looking for a new morning show. If you love and understand the Classic Rock lifestyle and can relate in a contemporary fashion, then we want to hear from you. Salary is negotiable. Full benefits are available. Please send air-check and resume to: demersjobs at gmail dot com. "WXKE Mornings" must be your subject line. Adams Radio Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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