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Summary Description


	Speak or read from scripted materials, such as news reports or commercial messages, on radio or television. May announce artist or title of performance, identify station, or interview guests.

Sample Job Titles

1.	Anchor

2.	Announcer

3.	Broadcaster

4.	Broadcasting Specialist

5.	Commercial Announcer

6.	Community Liaison

7.	Disc Jockey

8.	FM Announcer

9.	Game Show Host

10.	Game Show Host or Hostess

11.	Host

12.	Host/Hostess

13.	Managing Editor

14.	Meteorologist

15.	Morning News Anchor

16.	Morning Show Host

17.	Music Director

18.	Music Journalist

19.	News Anchor

20.	News Broadcaster

21.	News Director

22.	News Reporter

23.	Newscaster

24.	On-Air Announcer

25.	On-Air Personality

26.	On-Air Talent

27.	Producer

28.	Program Director

29.	Program Host

30.	Radio Announcer

31.	Radio Artist

32.	Radio Broadcaster

33.	Radio Disc Jockey

34.	Radio Disk Jockey (Radio DJ)

35.	Radio Host

36.	Radio Performer

37.	Radio Personality

38.	Radio Sportscaster

39.	Radio Talk Show Host

40.	Radio Television Announcer (Radio TV Announcer)

41.	Reporter

42.	Show Host or Hostess

43.	Sports Analyst

44.	Sports Anchor

45.	Sports Announcer

46.	Sports Broadcaster

47.	Sports Commentator

48.	Sports Director

49.	Sports Journalist

50.	Sports Reporter

51.	Sportscaster

52.	Staff Announcer

53.	Talk Show Host

54.	Television Announcer (TV Announcer)

55.	Television Host (TV Host)

56.	Television News Anchor (TV News Anchor)

57.	Television Reporter

58.	Television Specialist

59.	Voice Over Announcer

60.	Voice-Over Talent

61.	Weather Anchor

62.	Weather Reporter

63.	Weathercaster

Job Tasks

	Operate control consoles. Operate control consoles for sound, lighting or video.

	Prepare and deliver news, sports, or weather reports, gathering and rewriting material so that it will convey required information and fit specific time slots. Gather information for news stories. Edit written materials. Report news to the public.

	Announce musical selections, station breaks, commercials, or public service information, and accept requests from listening audience. Inform viewers, listeners, or audiences.

	Read news flashes to inform audiences of important events. Report news to the public.

	Identify stations, and introduce or close shows, using memorized or read scripts, and/or ad-libs. Inform viewers, listeners, or audiences.

	Keep daily program logs to provide information on all elements aired during broadcast, such as musical selections and station promotions. Maintain logs of production activities.

	Select program content, in conjunction with producers and assistants, based on factors such as program specialties, audience tastes, or requests from the public. Determine presentation subjects or content.

	Study background information to prepare for programs or interviews. Gather information for news stories.

	Comment on music and other matters, such as weather or traffic conditions. Inform viewers, listeners, or audiences.

	Record commercials for later broadcast. Perform for recordings.

	Locate guests to appear on talk or interview shows. Coordinate logistics for productions or events.

	Interview show guests about their lives, their work, or topics of current interest. Interview others for news or entertainment purposes.

	Discuss various topics over the telephone with viewers or listeners. Inform viewers, listeners, or audiences.

	Host civic, charitable, or promotional events that are broadcast over television or radio. Host events.

	Describe or demonstrate products that viewers may purchase through specific shows or in stores. Promote products, activities, or organizations.

	Make promotional appearances at public or private events to represent their employers. Promote products, activities, or organizations.

	Coordinate games, contests, or other on-air competitions, performing such duties as asking questions and awarding prizes. Host events.

	Attend press conferences to gather information for broadcast. Gather information for news stories.

	Provide commentary and conduct interviews during sporting events, parades, conventions, or other events. Inform viewers, listeners, or audiences.

	Give network cues permitting selected stations to receive programs. Operate communications, transmissions, or broadcasting equipment.

	Moderate panels or discussion shows on topics such as current affairs, art, or education. Host events.

Work Activities

Importance	Work Activity

Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.

Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.

Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.

Selling or Influencing Others — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.

Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.

Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).

Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.

Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Monitoring and Controlling Resources — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.

Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.

Nature of the Work


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Announcers
	Announcers present music, news, and sports and may provide commentary or interview guests about these or other important topics. Some act as masters of ceremonies (emcees) or disc jockeys (DJs) at weddings, parties, or clubs.

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Working Conditions


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Announcers
	Many announcers work in radio and television studios. Some announcers are self-employed; others work part time.

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