Phil Farrar Duels with his Daughter

By Joe Nelson
   While he is taking a break from broadcasting sports, national award winning broadcast journalist Phil Farrar and his daughter found some time to duel while fencing at Team Touché. 

   Farrar says, "I love playing, watching, reporting and broadcasting all types of of sports." Phil says baseball is still his favorite.

   

SanDiegoRadio Job Board

By Joe Nelson

   THREE job postings today! Good luck!

   San Diego’s heritage Magic 92.5 has the career opportunity for an experienced, Music Director.
The qualified candidates will:
·        Have passion for the format and lives the Magic 92.5 Lifestyle
·        Strong knowledge and experience with NexGen and Selector
·        Analyze and utilize programming-related research programs such as PPM and Call Out
·        Awareness of trends in the format and in the Radio Broadcast industry
·        Respect the heritage and culture of the Magic 92.5 Brand
·        Comprehends and promotes Digital Media and has blogging experience
·        Ability to complete assigned tasks and execute directives from Program Director


To apply, send cover letter and resume to adasilva@lmasandiego.com. No phone calls, please.
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   Local Media San Diego is looking for on on-air board operator:
The qualified candidates will:
•Operate broadcast console
•Read and follow format log and play the correct spots and station ID’s at the appropriate times
•Operate faders, monitor audio levels, and segue music – ensure the music is tight.
•Board ops will need to show up 30 minutes prior to live broadcast to check in and make sure studio is set up for broadcast
•Communicate effectively with program directors.  Other duties may be assigned
•May help administer contests, answer listener phone calls, screen listener calls for live shows.
•Board operators may also be responsible for monitoring additional radio stations simultaneously.

To apply, send cover letter and resume to localmediasd@gmail.com. No phone calls, please.
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   We have an immediate opening for a morning show host or assembled morning show at Jammin' Z90 (XHTZ).

Jammin' Z90 is on the hunt for its next superstar morning show!
We are looking for an awesome one-man (or woman) show, or an already assembled group of cast members…. just be AWESOME!
We are NOT looking for a "jock" or liner reader, but a real PERSONALITY who can shake things up while delivering A+ content and wants to work for one of the hottest stations in the country.
We're independently owned and operated and make all decisions locally and still believe in great radio!   The lights are still on here, and the station vehicles DO NOT stay in the parking lot.
This is truly still a "fun" radio job with a winning team.
Qualifications should include On Air experience, have a passion for the format and live the lifestyle, experience with On Air Board, experience with NexGen a plus, but not required, communicate effectively with listeners through Social Media and understands how to blog on our websites.
Come win with us!

Please send resume and demo to localmediasd@gmail.com.  We offer a competitive benefits package.  Absolutely no phone calls please.

Again, good luck!
-Joe

An Editor's Letter to Loren Nancarrow

By Joe Nelson
   I have lived in San Diego my entire life. I have seen many members of the media come and go. It's all part of the business. Then there are times when someone hangs it up ahead way of schedule.
   Such is the case in my opinion for Loren Nancarrow. I cannot think of many other people on TV or radio who, while watching or listening, projected his love and devotion to his craft. When Loren spoke of his gardening tips, or whatever the subject may be, you knew he was passionate... and this city, literally and figuratively, was all the better for it!

   Loren has been running a blog since his brain tumor surgery, chronicling his experiences and adventures. The most recent one is what sparked this article. Titled "The Sign Off", Loren announces he is retiring from TV news. But being Loren, it is very positive and upbeat. No surprise there.

   Loren, I wish you all the best for your future, and thank you for being YOU. I appreciate all the memories you gave me growing up watching you doing your thing. I enjoy reading your blog, and am happy every time you have a new entry.

You can read his story HERE

-Joe

April Ratings

By Joe Nelson

The following are the ratings for San Diego, April 2013:

-Joe

UPDATED: The 'Mighty' Aztecs

By Joe Nelson
See below for update.
  
The SDSU Aztecs will be moving from KOGO to The Mighty 1090 after Learfield Sports excersized an opt-out clause in the current contract extension.

   Considering 1090 already holds the rights to the Padres and the USD Toreros, 1090, 1700, and even 105.7 could be getting quite the work-out.

Press Release from The Mighty 1090:

SAN DIEGO STATE ANNOUNCES THE MIGHTY 1090 AND 105.7 THE WALRUS AS NEW RADIO HOME FOR THE AZTECS

SAN DIEGO, Calif. (May 13, 2013) – San Diego State Athletics and its exclusive multimedia rights holder, Aztec Sports Properties, announced today that a four-year agreement has been reached between San Diego-based BCA Radio and its stations The Mighty 1090 AM, 105.7 FM The Walrus and 1700 AM ESPN Radio.

            Beginning with the 2013-’14 athletic season, terms of the agreement call for The Mighty 1090 to air all football, men’s basketball, select women’s basketball and baseball games, and one-hour seasonal coaches’ shows.  Additionally, 105.7 The Walrus will air all nighttime games and any Aztec game that conflicts with the San Diego Padres. Various broadcasts dedicated to SDSU Athletics and increased promotional opportunities for SDSU Athletics are other highlights of the deal.  Aztec Sports Properties, a property of Learfield Sports, oversees all aspects of the Aztec Sports Network.

             “We appreciate the opportunity to return to The Mighty 1090 and create a new partnership 105.7 The Walrus and BCA Radio,” said San Diego State Director of Athletics Jim Sterk.  “They have outstanding coverage and programming to follow.”  

            “We’re happy that The Mighty 1090 and 105.7 The Walrus will serve as our new radio home for the Aztec Sports Network in San Diego,” said Aztec Sports Properties’ General Manager Jeff Bolitho.  “The Mighty 1090 is a 50,000-watt AM station with a sports format.  It will be a great fit for Aztec fans and alumni.”

BCA Radio’s Vice President, Market Manager Norm Feuer commented, “As San Diego's sports leader, we are ecstatic to be the NEW broadcast home of the San Diego State Aztecs.  Local sports truly means something in San Diego, and now our community can follow every Aztec pass, basket, and touchdown on our AM and FM stations.  We are proud and honored to be their partners.  Go Aztecs!”

San Diego State is wrapping up its most successful athletic season in school history. Last fall, the football team claimed its 19^th conference championship and is one of only two schools in the state to play in a bowl game each of the last three seasons. The men’s basketball program posted its eight consecutive 20-win season and is one of 17 schools in the country to play in each of the last four NCAA tournaments.

Overall, the Aztecs have won a school-record 11 Mountain West Conference team championships this season and have 17 league team titles since the beginning of 2012 calendar year.

In addition to San Diego State, Learfield Sports manages multimedia rights and sponsorship for more than 50 collegiate institutions and associations and titles the Learfield Sports Directors’ Cup.  The company also provides exclusive sports programming to more than 1,100 radio stations throughout the country.  For learn more about Learfield’s 40-year history and complete collegiate portfolio, visit learfieldsports.com.

Broadcast Company of the Americas (BCA) operates the Mighty 1090-AM Sports, 105.7-FM “The Walrus”, ESPN 1700-AM & is the also the flagship broadcaster of the San Diego Padres! BCA & Compass Radio of San Diego (KPRI-FM) represent the stations to the advertising community, under the umbrella name, “Radio San Diego”. The Mighty 1090-AM’s 50,000 watt signal effectively reaches all of Southern California.


   -Joe

Sherry Knight leaves Magic

By Joe Nelson
   As Sherry Knight has exited Magic 92.5, where does that lead her next?

   Sherry announced via her Facebook page last week she has decided to leave Magic and will announce soon her next stop.

   SanDiegoRadio will have the scoop as soon as it comes available.

-Joe

Where will Dave and Jeff Land?

By Joe Nelson
   Last night SanDiegoRadio received word that the long time team of Dave Palet and Jeff Dotseth will pair up again on a new venture.

   While the details cannot be revealed yet, there are still t's to be dotted and i's to be crossed, by all accounts this appears to be a pretty big deal. The only information to be divulged is that this will be a national show.
   Dave and Jeff were last heard on XX 1090 (now The Mighty 1090) and have been waiting for just the right opportunity to come along. It seems it has.
   Keep it tuned to SanDiegoRadio.org as we will have the details as soon as it can be announced.

-Joe