1969 Vintage Ad for Career Academy in TV and Radio Broadcasting Education
The 1969 advertisement for the TV Radio Media Broadcasting Career Academy, featured in the December 1968 issue of Sport Magazine, invites aspiring individuals to pursue a career as television or radio sportscasters. It highlights an opportunity to learn from seasoned experts at one of the academy's various studio schools or from home. The ad emphasizes the significance of voice analysis to identify potential broadcasting talent among participants. Prominent figures in the field, such as sportscaster Earl Gillespie and instructing faculty member Merle Harmon, are mentioned, suggesting that students would benefit from their experience. The program is portrayed as rewarding, targeting those passionate about broadcasting while addressing the demand for sportscasters, disc jockeys, announcers, and news personnel in the industry.