Why Radio?

REACH • DEEP CONSUMER CONNECTION • RESULTS • COST EFFECTIVE & FLEXIBLE

Local radio advertising offers several distinct advantages for small to medium-sized business owners navigating the overwhelming world of advertising options. Unlike other methods, radio can be a clear and effective choice, particularly when considering factors like your target audience and messaging frequency.

Sinclair Communications offers more than just radio, we offer digital marketing, display ads, event sponsorships, on-air personality sponsorships, and more.

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“Several years ago, we stopped advertising on cable TV and added radio into our marketing mix. Last year sales were up over 20% largely due to ads on Sinclair Radio.”

Phil Ralph

madison jewelers

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“Advertising on the radio with WNIS has been the single best investment in building credibility and
establishing relationships with people in the community”

Steve Burton

equity, inc.

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"We added radio into our Marketing plan and it worked! When the radio ads aired, we saw website traffic. I would recommend the Sinclair Radio group to any business owner."

Randy Pack

smithfield station

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“The results we are seeing have been so incredible. It's so awesome to continue to see the power of radio, and what the endorsers are doing!"

Dr. Robert Kuhn

Hampton Roads Weight Loss

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“We've partnered with Sinclair Communications for 20 years, and we attribute much of our success and continued growth to radio. The creative promotional opportunities and fantastic radio spots that our ‘marketing partner’ has created over the years have helped shape our success!”

Randi Vogel

Hunt Club Farm

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“For the past 15 years, Sinclair Communications and News/Talk 790 WNIS have helped Agronomic Lawn Management's business GROW exponentially!”

Craig Ziegler

Agronomic Lawn Management

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“We've been advertising research studies on all of the Sinclair stations for over 20 years. I can't be more pleased with the results. 96X has been so strong for us that we decided to be the exclusive sponsor of their 30 year anniversary concert series."

Danielle Benedict

Virginia Clinical Research

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What Our Clients Have to Say

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Radio's Unmatched Reach

Radio reaches more people than any other medium, connecting with 92% of American adults every week.

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Deep Consumer Connection

Listeners feel a connection with local radio stations that they don’t with other types of audio. When trusted personalities endorse your brand, loyal listeners give that recommendation significantly more weight than generic advertising.

Personal Connection

% of listeners feel a personal connection to their favorite station and DJs

Social Following

% of listeners follow DJs on social media.

Endorsement Power

% of listeners would try something recommended by a DJ

Radio Drives Results

Radio connects your business with the right listeners, delivering focus, reach, and measurable results. It’s a powerful tool that allows you to track campaign performance and prove a clear return on your investment.

Drives business growth and brand conversations: Radio remains a powerful tool for creating brand conversations, with heavy listeners contributing to nearly 5 billion weekly brand discussions, surpassing other media.
Effective for local markets: Localized audio advertising campaigns, which incorporate local elements, demonstrate a significantly higher lift in effectiveness for businesses like retailers and healthcare providers.
High listener engagement: Listeners have a strong emotional connection with their favorite radio stations and personalities, often considering them trusted influencers.
Strong audience trust: Radio is consistently ranked as a trusted medium, with listeners valuing the information and entertainment it provides.

Cost Effective & Flexible

Radio is a cost-effective medium with quick, no-cost production, and flexible scheduling that can be activated immediately Sinclair Communications lets you change your message quickly without delays of video production or graphic design.

Get On Air Fast: Go from concept to broadcast in days, not weeks, without the long production timelines of video or print.

Budget-Friendly: Maximize your marketing dollars with no-cost production and media rates that deliver a high return on investment.

Change on the Fly: Need to pivot your message? Update your ad quickly to reflect new promotions, events, or business goals.

Reach the Right Audience. Target listeners to ensure your message connects with the people who matter most to your business.

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