Michaels Leaving WXCL:
Midwest WXCL/Peoria, IL Brand Mgr./afternoon host “Dr.” Chris Michaels is leaving after more than two years for a soon-to-be-announced opportunity. He joined in 2019 (CAT 7/2/19) from WIBL/Bloomington, IL, and he previously spent time as Brand. Mgr./on-air talent at WXCL from 2006-2014. Midwest/Peoria OM Rick Hirschmann is searching for Michaels’ successor. “We’re looking for a focused leader to grow talent, be a talent, excel at music scheduling (Music Master) and collaborate to maximize sales opportunities and grow our digital platforms,” reads the posting. Complete job description here; résumés and airchecks to Hirschmann here.
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