On The Dial: Jobs slashed at Macquarie Radio; Warrnambool survey released; KISS FM heading overseas; Radio versus Pandora
Jobs slashed at Macquarie Radio
The redundancies are beginning at the newly merged Macquarie Radio/Fairfax Radio Network, and whilst the exact number of people who will lose their jobs is unclear, what is clear is that it will be significant.
The leaks are coming thick and fast out of the company with Radio Today already having been contacted by numerous people affected.
At this time, there is no official comment, with Chairman Russell Tate only saying that their priority is to consult with staff, and clarify roles. He went on to say that the redundancies were likely to be forced, rather than voluntary.
Warrnambool survey released
Results from the first radio industry audience measurement survey in the Victorian region of Warrnambool in eight years have been released this morning.
The survey shows that COAST FM was number 1 most listened with a 37.7% 10 plus. Stable mate 3YB was 21.7% back at number 2 with next closest triple j with an 7.3%. You can view the full results below.
Worldwide Radio and Global Rock Summit
Triple M Group Content Director Mike Fitzpatrick is about to head to the states for the Worldwide Radio Summit and the 2nd Annual Global Rock Summit.
Tagged as the “United Nations of Radio”, the Worldwide Radio Summit and Global Rock Summit are set to take place April 22 to 24 in Hollywood. It will highlight some of the most important issues and opportunities impacting radio today and tomorrow, while also focusing on the future.
KISS FM heading to International Radio Festival
Melbourne’s KISS FM is set to head to Zurich for the International Radio Festival in August.
It’s the second time the Melbourne Community Dance station will appear at the invitation only event.
Alice Cooper heads to the Coast for a round
He plays off a handicap of 5 and he just happens to be the night jock on Zinc96.
Alice Cooper is here with his tour with Motley Crue and he will fly in to the Sunshine Coast to host the inaugural Zinc 96 Alice Cooper Celebrity Golf Day.
From Tuesday Zinc listeners will have a shot at playing a round of golf with Alice by nailing nine questions to get into the draw.
Radio versus Pandora. The Challenge Ahead, The Hype and Some Facts
By Brad March
There is no doubt that Pandora is the biggest “radio” brand in the world today. That's if you define Pandora as “radio.” Over 80 million people worldwide can’t be wrong. Pandora is huge.But are music streamers like Pandora and Spotify that much of a threat to ‘traditional’ broadcasters? What can the streamers learn from radio?
JOBS
Southern Cross Austereo have a role available for a Group Assistant Content Director WA, based in Bunbury.
Grant Broadcasters are looking for a Promotions Manager for their Darwin radio stations
Crocmedia has a senior role available as NSW Commercial Manager, based in Sydney.
NZME have a role available for an Announcer to host a local daytime show on 'The Hits' in Gisborne.
ARN are looking for Account Managers based In Canberra.
KIIS Melbourne has a vacancy for a Drive Image Producer
C91.3 FM are looking for a Sales Executive
C91.3 FM has a vacancy for a Sales Manager
Hope 103.2 in Sydney have a vacancy for a Breakfast co-host.
Grant Broadcasters are looking for a Program and Content Director for 7AD, 7BU and Sea FM based on the North West Coast of Tasmania