Indiana Daily Insight brings us these two updates on past and present local market television reporters:
There are rumors afoot following the announcement of an impending management change at Dispatch Broadcast Group, the family-owned parent of local ratings powerhouse WTHR-TV.
Michael Curtin, the Ohio-based company's longtime Number Two, will step down at the end of this year to pursue other opportunities.
That's caused some folks to start wondering whether the Wolfe family, which has owned the media group since the late 1920s, is considering a sale -- and what that might mean for those outlets under the Dispatch umbrella.
Adding to the corporate uncertainty, WTHR is still dealing with its own management issues after the sudden -- and allegedly involuntary -- departure of longtime general manager Rich Pegram earlier this month.
What are you hearing?
We've seen everything from puppy mills to airport theft during November sweeps.
Which local station do you think had the best coverage to generate ratings? What stories really did it for you? Which ones made you want to throw your half-empty beer bottle through the screen?
Hat tip to the kind reader who forwarded this Washington Times story about a new Gannett advertising module that's already been tested in the Indy market:
"Gannett Co. this month started an approach for its newspapers that targets advertising to specific ZIP codes.
"Market research suggests it could succeed, but the option is being introduced during a long slide for newspaper ad revenue.
"Borrell Associates, the market research firm, predicted newspaper ad revenue from real estate brokers would fall 37 percent by 2011 as more subscribers turn to the Internet for news.
"Revenue from all sectors of newspaper advertising continues to decline, compelling owners to invest more their Internet presence and innovate in newspaper advertising."
More on the initiative:
"McLean-based Gannett"s newspaper division this month introduced Sunday Select, an option for consumers to receive national and local pre-print advertising wrapped in an editorial product called 'Yes: Your Essential Shopper.'
"'What sets this program apart from other targeted delivery methods is the opt-in process,' said Leslie Giallombardo, vice president of advertising for Gannett's newspaper division. 'In our early research and development efforts, we discovered a group of consumers who are intensely interested in shopping information, whether or not they read the Sunday newspaper. The distribution is targeted to select ZIP codes that are highly desired by our advertisers on a distribution day that is important to their businesses.'
"Gannett tested the concept on 1,800 consumers and in focus groups in Des Moines, Iowa, and Indianapolis."
In other hiring news, it looks like the Indy Star has posted four positions on JournalismJobs.com, including ousted editorial writer RiShawn Biddle's position:
Reporter for young adult weekly pub for Indianapolis Star
Seeking Editor for weekly 18-35 pub affiliated with Indianapolis Star
Inside INdiana Business has posted two employment opportunities with the company:
ASSISTANT MANAGING EDITOR INSIDE INDIANA BUSINESS
Exciting opportunity for a talented, committed professional at Indiana's recognized business news leader. Grow INdiana Media Ventures, LLC, the parent of the Inside INdiana Business portfolio of business news products, is seeking a creative, energetic professional for the newly created position of assistant managing editor. This position will report directly to the president with responsibilities that include daily content management and writing for The Inside Edge e-Newsletters and www.InsideIndianaBusiness.com, as well as content development with the company's statewide network of television, radio and newspaper affiliates. On-air talent work for radio and/or television a possibility as well. Successful candidate should have a bachelor's degree or equivalent, a minimum of 4 years of professional experience, preferably in a broadcast news environment, familiarity with new media concepts and ability to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. Please e-mail your resume and qualifications for this immediate opening to HR@GrowIndiana.net
PART-TIME NEWS WRITER/REPORTER INSIDE INDIANA BUSINESS
Grow INdiana Media Ventures, LLC, the parent of the Inside INdiana Business portfolio of business news products, is seeking a talented, energetic professional for a part-time writing/reporting position. Responsibilities include writing and reporting for the INside Edge e-Newsletters, www.InsideIndianaBusiness.com and Inside INdiana Business Radio. This position will involve approximately 25 hours per week and has the potential to become a full-time position. Successful candidate should have a bachelor's degree or equivalent, a minimum of 4 years of professional experience, preferably in a broadcast news environment, familiarity with new media concepts and the ability to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. Please e-mail your resume and qualifications for this immediate opening to HR@GrowIndiana.net
An update on memorial services for WFYI's Mike Fenwick, who passed away over the weekend:
"A public celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, December 15, 2007 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to WFYI Radio (WFYI.org) or NPR (NPR.org) in memory of Mike Fenwick."
As promised, here's a copy of the lawsuit -- and supporting documents -- that CanaRx filed yesterday against WISH-TV for its investigative series on discount drugs.
According to its afternoon business update, the Indy Star is leasing space in Mooresville for a consolidated distribution center:
"Indianapolis Newspapers Inc. has leased 6,240 square feet of newly built space in Flagstaff Business Park in Mooresville for a consolidated distribution center for The Indianapolis Star's circulation in the Morgan County area. Distribution will be moved out of three smaller buildings the newspaper uses in Mooresville and Martinsville. Colliers Turley Martin Tucker represented the newspaper in the deal."
Speaking of space, does anyone know what the plans are for the old printing press area at 307 North Pennsylvania? It currently is being used for storage.
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