Eagle program director wins award

97.3 the Eagle program director/producer Bob Johnstone has won a Gold Crystal Award for the best commercial in a small market in Canada.

From left: 97.3 The Eagle sales associate Ilona Rapin, Carol McColl of South Country Feed and Supply and Eagle producer/Morning Show host Bob Johnstone.

From left: 97.3 The Eagle sales associate Ilona Rapin, Carol McColl of South Country Feed and Supply and Eagle producer/Morning Show host Bob Johnstone.

97.3 the Eagle program director/producer Bob Johnstone has won a Gold Crystal Award for the best commercial in a small market in Canada.

The 47th annual Crystal Awards, handed out March 22 in Toronto, recognize excellence in the radio industry. Entries are judged by industry experts across the country.

Johnstone was nominated for the Rappin’ Rat Zapper commercial he created for South Country Feed and Supply in Courtenay.

“We’re extremely proud of Bob and the work he does for us,” said operations manager Richard Skinner. “He always goes above and beyond to ensure that our clients get the best service and our listeners get the best on-air product. It’s great to see him get this kind of national recognition.”

Comox Valley Record