Start here - Marketing: Our Story
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Broadcasting firstIn 1923, we started as a heritage radio station. It stayed that way for more than nine decades until we moved to the campus of Purdue Northwest. Students and grads made us realize that the Region needs a TV station. Here's what we came up with:
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Marketing next Technology allowed us to create a system in which your spot plays on TV, radio and sometimes social media.
Now let's turn technology loose on marketing itself. What we came up with is a way for you to buy streaming video and radio advertising right here on this website - at low prices. Browse the products. If you find something you like, click on it, sign up, and pay. If you have questions first, just call us and we'll walk you through it. Cancel any time. |
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Sustainability third
From radio, we already know the model:
With streaming video, we completed the first part. We built one of the most advanced streaming video systems among local media in America. We broadcast hundreds of local segments each week on JEDtv. Now it's time for businesses to support it, to place TV commercials next to local athletes, talk show hosts, newscasters, comedians, etc - for as low as $69 a week. Once business learns about us, we'll have closed the loop. We'll be closer to the ultimate mission, which is to build a sustainable local media that does good for the Region. |
24-hour WJOB We have been broadcasting Region content all day for 99 years. News, sports, weather, traffic, talk, events, etc. It worked in 1923, and it works in 2023.
24-hour JEDtv. Since TV started, we got our TV from Chicago. So we built JEDtv. It started slowly during Covid but has since grown quickly. We built robotic studios at Purdue Northwest, partnered with The Times on TV news, and partnered with 10 schools. That's just the beginning.
The power of 24: The strength is the streams. The 24-hour TV and radio streams aggregate all things Region. Schools want to develop sustainable revenue. Purdue, IU and the NFL know that there's enough people listening to WJOB that they want their games on radio here. And towns, school districts, charities, law enforcement, businesses - they do shows and podcasts, which air multiple times on TV and radio. And both The Times and us are surprised how much the Region wants our own TV.partner with The Times on video newscasts.
24-hour JEDtv. Since TV started, we got our TV from Chicago. So we built JEDtv. It started slowly during Covid but has since grown quickly. We built robotic studios at Purdue Northwest, partnered with The Times on TV news, and partnered with 10 schools. That's just the beginning.
The power of 24: The strength is the streams. The 24-hour TV and radio streams aggregate all things Region. Schools want to develop sustainable revenue. Purdue, IU and the NFL know that there's enough people listening to WJOB that they want their games on radio here. And towns, school districts, charities, law enforcement, businesses - they do shows and podcasts, which air multiple times on TV and radio. And both The Times and us are surprised how much the Region wants our own TV.partner with The Times on video newscasts.
AUDIENCE
- Nearly 3 million people can hear WJOB AM 1230 and 104.7 FM across northwest Indiana and Chicago's southland.
- We broadcast to so many platforms that we can't aggreate all of the views and listens - YET. We broadcast to our own TV and radio (chart above), Facebook Live, the IHSAA network, the Times website, etc. Some broadcasts are on more platforms than others, but one thing holds - the Region wants streaming video.
- Some of our most popular areas include Hammond, Munster, Gary, Highland, Griffith, Cedar Lake, East Chicago, Crown Point and Schererville, Indiana and Lansing, Calumet City and the East Side of Chicago on the Illinois side.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is JEDtv?
JEDtv is the first 24-hour video streaming network dedicated solely to the Calumet Region. Video programming streams on JEDtv, while the audio simultaneously broadcasts on WJOB am and FM radio. The audio from your video spot in essence plays on the radio. Viewers can subscribe to JEDtv for $5.99/month. We offer a live stream of our content, as well as on demand videos. You can find more information about our live programming here (link)
Where does wjob broadcast?
WJOB broadcasts to all of Northwest Indiana, and the South Suburbs of Chicago.
Where can JEDtv be viewed?
JEDtv is streamed live on JEDtv.com, on the JEDtv app, and on smart tv with Roku and apple.
WHAT IS THE PRICING FOR ADVERTISING?
WHAT ELSE CAN I PURCHASE BESIDES COMMERCIAL SPOTS?
In addition to commercial spots, we also offer sponsorships of a variety of programming, including traffic, weather, sports, news, live daytime programming, and more.
WHAT IF I DON’T HAVE A VIDEO ADVERTISEMENT?
If you don’t already have your own commercial spots, our team is here to create an attention grabbing script and produce your video spot. We will collaborate with you to ensure your commercial spot includes all of the information you want to get out there.
WILL MY SPOTS PLAY ON WJOB AND JEDTV?
Yes, we broadcast your commercial spots simultaneously on JEDtv and WJOB radio. The audio from your video spot will play on the radio. This means that your video spot should be produced with that in mind. We can help with that.
Can I purchase air time to host a show?
Yes. You can purchase air time through our Community Programming Initiative. Please, contact [email protected] for more information.