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Openings at the River...

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michiana_media

Found these on Hisair.net.. a Christian radio Industry Site...


We’re looking for the kind of person who brings passion and focus to work every single day. Please apply for this job if you understand that the keys to winning are strategic thinking, daily discipline and having fun with your teammates. WCVO / 104.9 The River in Columbus, Ohio is currently recruiting a talented, full-time on-air personality who knows how to connect with a 37 year old female. Candidates must have proven experience, a teachable spirit, a servant’s heart. Other requirements include being dependable, trustworthy, having reliable transportation, and excellent computer skills. Rush your mp3 and resume' to [email protected]. No phone calls, please. CVCO, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. (7/11)



We’re looking for the kind of person who brings passion and focus to work every single day. Please apply for this job if you understand that the keys to winning are strategic thinking, daily discipline and having fun with your teammates. CVCO, Inc in Columbus, Ohio is currently recruiting a high energy seasoned industry leader as Corporate Director of Sales. Candidates must have proven experience, a teachable spirit, a servant’s heart and feel the sky is the limit and a totally can do attitude. Other requirements include industry Commercial Radio Sales, Underwriting Sales and Print Media Sales. Additionally candidate must understand customer relationship selling, NTR, new media opportunities, day parts, tap scan, Arbitron tools and sales reporting and inventory management. All applicants MUST have reliable transportation, and excellent computer skills. Rush electronic resume' to [email protected]. No phone calls, please. CVCO, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. (7/22)
 
michiana_media said:
Found these on Hisair.net.. a Christian radio Industry Site...


...WCVO / 104.9 The River in Columbus, Ohio is currently recruiting a talented, full-time on-air personality who knows how to connect with a 37 year old female. ...
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That's a pretty narrow audience focus. Sounds more like a personal ad than a job opportunity. :eek:
 
Are they saying Jake didn't bring passion and focus to work every single day? He didn't understand that the keys to winning are strategic thinking, daily discipline and having fun with your teammates? That he didn't know how to connect with a 37 year old female? That he didn't have proven experience, a teachable spirit, a servant’s heart? And that he wasn't dependable, trustworthy, having reliable transportation, and excellent computer skills?
 
It doesn't appear they're saying Jake didn't possess those qualities. They put those requirements in every job ad they place.

I'm sure they realize he's a great talent.
 
del_griffith said:
Are they saying Jake didn't bring passion and focus to work every single day? He didn't understand that the keys to winning are strategic thinking, daily discipline and having fun with your teammates? That he didn't know how to connect with a 37 year old female? That he didn't have proven experience, a teachable spirit, a servant’s heart? And that he wasn't dependable, trustworthy, having reliable transportation, and excellent computer skills?
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That's exactly what I thought when I read the ad. Please. Jake connected really well with his audience. And you could hear his passion for life and the Lord in his voice. Good luck to The River in replacing Jake. I think those people made a big mistake.
 
G Thompson said:
It doesn't appear they're saying Jake didn't possess those qualities. They put those requirements in every job ad they place.

I'm sure they realize he's a great talent.
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Hey Gary, serious question here. You're a program director, according to your sig line. Do you often let great talent go? Can you give any insight as to why someone like Jake would be released?
 
Found this on the river web site. They called him transparent? Thats suppose to be good?


Jake Sommers is no longer with The River. He joined our team in 2003 and spent the last six years as the afternoon drive host. During that time Jake was known for being transparent, caring and fun. We want to thank Jake for his contributions and also wish him the very best.
 
Why would their ad be a personal attack on Jake?

It reads like a descriptive help wanted ad that is spelling out exactly what they are looking for in their successful candidate...c'mon...let the drama die, people leave stations, stations change formats, etc, etc...why the attempt at stirring a pot?
 
I read it as transparent is a good thing. The listener can see (or hear) that Jake isn't a fake, his faith shows (or can be heard) in what he says. Jake doesn't hide his flaws, he lets you know where he's been, so you know that he is no better than others who face troubles in life.

However, I agree, the Rivers write up on Jake's departure was vague and seemingly indifferent.
 
xianbroadcaster said:
Why would their ad be a personal attack on Jake?

It reads like a descriptive help wanted ad that is spelling out exactly what they are looking for in their successful candidate...c'mon...let the drama die, people leave stations, stations change formats, etc, etc...why the attempt at stirring a pot?
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Well, yes, there is some pot stirring going on. But it's not a personal attack on Jake or even aimed at him. Not by a stretch.

But if Jake has those qualities and used them, then why is he no longer there?
 
Hollis said:
G Thompson said:
It doesn't appear they're saying Jake didn't possess those qualities. They put those requirements in every job ad they place.

I'm sure they realize he's a great talent.
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Hey Gary, serious question here. You're a program director, according to your sig line. Do you often let great talent go? Can you give any insight as to why someone like Jake would be released?
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Speaking as a PD, there are many reasons a company might let a great talent go. But I have no idea why Jake was released. I can shed no light as to WCVO's motive.

This is what I do know. Jake is an amazing talent and I count it a personal honor to know him.
 
G Thompson said:
Hollis said:
G Thompson said:
It doesn't appear they're saying Jake didn't possess those qualities. They put those requirements in every job ad they place.

I'm sure they realize he's a great talent.
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Hey Gary, serious question here. You're a program director, according to your sig line. Do you often let great talent go? Can you give any insight as to why someone like Jake would be released?
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Speaking as a PD, there are many reasons a company might let a great talent go. But I have no idea why Jake was released. I can shed no light as to WCVO's motive.

This is what I do know. Jake is an amazing talent and I count it a personal honor to know him.
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I've met Jake, but do not know him. But I will agree with your conclusion. He is an amazing and gifted talent. That's why I'm stirring the pot a little.
 
del_griffith said:
xianbroadcaster said:
Why would their ad be a personal attack on Jake?

It reads like a descriptive help wanted ad that is spelling out exactly what they are looking for in their successful candidate...c'mon...let the drama die, people leave stations, stations change formats, etc, etc...why the attempt at stirring a pot?
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Well, yes, there is some pot stirring going on. But it's not a personal attack on Jake or even aimed at him. Not by a stretch.

But if Jake has those qualities and used them, then why is he no longer there?
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Was Jake let go or did Jake resign?

That I haven't heard.

I've not listened to WCVO for years but I do know that Jake is a very talented guy and everyone posting on this board on his behalf attests to his character so maybe after a few years of doing things together it was time for Jake and CVO to go their separate ways...I don't know...maybe both of them have to grow beyond where the other can take them?

I guess what I am getting at is why does it have to be a cloak and dagger situation? why can't it be growing and spreading the wings for both?
 
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