Broadcasting Industry News
New Agency by Seth Resler Empowers Brands to Launch and Grow Their Own Communities
Seth Resler, the digital strategist formerly of Jacobs Media, today unveils his newest venture: Community Marketing Revolution (CMR), a boutique agency aiming to transform the arts and entertainment industry’s audiences into thriving brand communities.
Read MoreRick Brewer Named News Director at WCMU
WCMU Public Media has announced the appointment of Rick Brewer as their new News Director. Brewer has been WCMU’s lead reporter since 2022, covering a wide range of issues including the Great Lakes and the environment, education, and the economy.
Read MoreWWMT-TV Names Julie Williams as Morning Anchor
WWMT-TV (Kalamazoo)(Newschannel 3) and ARC West Michigan have announced that Julie Williams has been appointed morning anchor, effective February 15. Williams is coming back home to West Michigan where she grew up just minutes away from the station’s studios.
Read MoreAfter 30 Years, Kevin Meerschaert Returns to WEMU
Eastern Michigan University’s WEMU-FM (Ypsilanti) has announced that Kevin Meerschaert has returned to the station after three decades to become the station’s new All Things Considered host. News Director David Fair made the announcement during a five-minute interview with Meerschaert posted on the station’s website.
Read MoreNPR Board Elects Two as Member Directors including WKAR’s Shawn Turner
On February 15, NPR announced the election of Rachel Hubbard and Shawn Turner to the NPR Board of Directors. Hubbard is Executive Director of KOSU Public Radio and Shawn Turner is General Manager of WKAR Public Media.
Read MoreJacobs Media Introduces “The AI Edge”
Consulting and research company Jacobs Media has announced a new newsletter – “The AI Edge” – focusing on the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence and how it can revolutionize broadcasting. The newsletter will look for AI applications that foster creativity, revenue generation, strengthen relationships, and enhance productivity.
Read MoreWWJ-AM’s 21st Annual Winter Survival Radiothon for THAW raises $325,101!
On February 1, Audacy’s WWJ-AM (Detroit) held is 21st Annual Radiothon for THAW, The Heat and Warmth Fund. This year the effort raised $325,101 to bring warmth for Michigan families in need.
Read MoreWGLM Announces Historic All-Female Broadcast Team for High School Basketball Season
WGLM-AM/FM (Greenville) has announced that they may have the first-ever all-female high school basketball broadcast team. The team of 2022 Greenville graduate Serena Schroeder and Greenville sophomore Gracelin Martin joined forces for several Michigan High School Athletic Association basketball games in late December, 2023 and early January, 2024.
Read MoreWZZM-TV Chief Meteorologist George Lessens Announces Retirement
After more than 40 years of delivering accurate forecasts, Chief Meteorologist George Lessens of WZZM-TV (Grand Rapids) has decided to retire at the end of the year, leaving an indelible mark on West Michigan’s weather scene.
Read MoreMichigan Journalism Hall of Fame to Induct Seven Members
Six outstanding journalists will be inducted into the 2024 class of the Michigan Journalism Hall of Fame. This year’s inductees have made significant, sustained contributions to journalism in Michigan.
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