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Register for the Indiana Broadcasters Career Fair - stations throughout Indiana are hiring and will all be at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on October 2. Register now: https://bit.ly/3EODxjc
Six Hoosier Broadcasting Icons Named to 2021 Indiana Broadcast Pioneers Richard M. Fairbanks Hall of Fame Class
Six Hoosier broadcasters will be inducted into the Indiana Broadcast Pioneers Richard M. Fairbanks Hall of Fame this October. The Indiana Broadcasters Association today announced the 2021 Hall of Fame class Indiana radio host and reporter Jill Ditmire (posthumous award), Indianapolis radio host and DJ Delores Poindexter (posthumous award), Evansville news anchor Mike Blake, Indianapolis videographer Steve Sweitzer, Indianapolis TV reporter Derrik Thomas, and Indianapolis journalist and host Dick Wolfsie.
“The 2021 Hall of Fame Class is made up of diverse broadcasters who pushed the boundaries of innovation and made the Indiana communities where they worked better, more informed places to live,” said Dave Arland, Executive Director of the Indiana Broadcasters Association. “For decades, our newest group of Hall of Famers have provided critical eyes, ears, and voices for Hoosiers. They have told wonderful stories and are each also active members of their communities. We are honored to add our 2021 honorees to the rolls of the Indiana Broadcast Pioneers Richard M. Fairbanks Hall of Fame.”
This year’s Hall of Fame class will be inducted during the annual Indiana Broadcasters Conference on Wednesday, October 27. Hall of Fame honorees for this year include:
Jill Ditmire graced the airwaves of stations across the Midwest for more than 25 years, most recently on WFYI on Indianapolis as a local news anchor on afternoons during All Things Considered as well as reporting for Sound Medicine, Curious Mix, and Art of the Matter. Jill's career stops in Detroit and Lafayette as well as several Indianapolis TV stations. She produced her own television series on Indiana Public Television for eight years called “The Good Life” which showcased independent chefs, restaurants, and local wineries. Jill was an Omnimedia Wine Specialist, an Certified Wine Judge, and owner/buyer of The Mass Ave Wine Shoppe & Cafe in Indianapolis.
When Delores Poindexter started her ra
“Once you have dialogue starting, you know you can break down prejudice” – Harvey Milk: A Conversation with LGBTQ Broadcasters in Indiana
Part four and the conclusion of the IBA's summer series on diversity is a conversation featuring LGBTQ broadcasters in the state.
FOX59 News' Sherman Burdette hosts the panel which includes Tom Powell and Kayla Crandall of ABC21 WPTA and Sean Copeland of B105.7.
“When you have people together who believe in something – things happen” – Cesar Chavez: A Conversation with Latino Broadcasters in Indiana
Part three of the Indiana Broadcasters Association celebration of diversity is a conversation featuring Latino broadcasters in the state.
WRTV journalist Rafael Sanchez hosts the panel which includes Camila Fernandez (WISH-TV, Indianapolis) and Randy Del Valle (ABC21 WPTA, Ft. Wayne).
“I BELIEVE THAT THE INFLUENCE OF WOMAN WILL SAVE THE COUNTRY BEFORE EVERY OTHER POWER” – LUCY STONE A CONVERSATION WITH WOMEN BROADCASTERS IN INDIANA
Our diversity series continues, today, with a conversation with women broadcasters in Indiana. ABC21 WPTA's Merry Ewing hosts the discussion with panelists Brianna Dahlquist (WFFT FOX 55), Samantha Thieke (WLFI, News 18), Beairshelle Edmé (FOX59 News), Becky White (Radio WSLM), Miriam Weaver (Chicks On The Right), and Jeanette Rhodes (WICR).
Watch the full conversation:
“Nothing Can Be Changed Until It Is Faced” – James Baldwin: A Conversation with African American Broadcasters in Indiana
Each Wednesday this month, a new conversation related to diversity in TV and radio will debut on IndianaBroadcasters.org and Facebook starting this week with a discussion on African American issues in broadcasting hosted by Radio One's (Hot 96.3 WHHH/ 106.7 WTLC) Deon Levingston and panelists Katiera Winfrey (WISH-TV) , Nick McGill (FOX59 News/CBS4 Indy) and Abdul Shabaaz (93.1 WIBC-FM).
IBA 2021 Scholarship: Why It Matters
The Indiana Broadcasters Association is proud to support college students across the state. Thank you to our members who contributed to this year's program financially, judging and in helping announce this year's recipients.
Our Foundation awarded $55,000 in scholarships in 2021, the most ever in the program’s history.
IBA Scholarship Applications Due TOMORROW (MARCH 3rd)
TOMORROW (March 3rd) is the FINAL DAY for students to apply for the 2021 Indiana Broadcasters Foundation College Scholarship.
The Foundation is awarding $50,000 in scholarships this year for students pursuing degrees in broadcasting fields.
Apply here: https://www.indianabroadcasters.org/recognition/scholarships/
Skylar Sigman's Story: From IBA Career Fair to Iron Horse Broadcasting
In March, 2018 Skylar Sigman was thinking about graduation and how to start his career in broadcasting.
He came to the IBA Spring Career Fair on a cold, snowy Saturday morning and met with stations across the state.
During the fair, he spent time with what is now Iron Horse Broadcasting (Logansport Radio) in Logansport and ultimately secured a job in play-by-play and sales.
Skylar has been with the company for almost three years and talks with IBA Director of Member Services Sam Klemet about the career fair experience, advice for those interviewing at the virtual fair this week, and how he made the leap from student to professional.
IBA Career Fair Chat :WRTV's Nicole Griffin Shares Advice for Students
The Indiana Broadcasters Association is hosting its next career fair on February 25th and 26th.
WRTV anchor and journalist Nicole Griffin- RTV6 sits down with IBA Director of Member Services Sam Klemet on advice that she has for those looking to make their next step in broadcasting.
Nicole is a native of Indianapolis who took a risk with a job in Lincoln, Nebraska before coming home to work at WRTV. She talks about her journey and what others can learn about growing in the industry.
Breaking Into Broadcasting with Laurie Kahn
On February 10 at 4PM ET, Laurie Kahn, Creator and President of Media Staffing Network is conducting a special session for students looking to get their foot in the door of the broadcasting industry.
The one-hour discussion will focus on what students can do to best position themselves for their first job and how they can stand out when interviewing.
Register for Laurie's session here: https://www.indianabroadcasters.org/news-events/laurie-kahn-breaking-into-broadcasting-february-10-2021/
Attendees who also register for the IBA Spring Career Fair on February 25 and 26 will be eligible to win:
$1,000 Visa Gift Card
One-on-One Resume Building Session with Laurie Kahn
Airpods
More than 70 jobs are available at the career fair. Job seekers can schedule interviews here: https://www.indianabroadcasters.org/careers/career-fairs/
The Indiana Broadcasters Association is an alliance of more than 300 member radio and television broadcasters. policymakers.
