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Job 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.

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Job Requirements


	Experience: Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.

	Education: Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.

	Training: Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.

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Significant Points


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	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. Many announcers work in radio and television studios. Some announcers are self-employed; others work part time. Educational requirements for announcers vary. Radio and television announcers typically need a bachelor's degree in journalism, broadcasting, or communications, along with an internship or work experience from their college radio or television station. Public address system announcers typically need a high school diploma, along with short-term on-the-job training. The median annual wage for announcers was $30,080 in May 2015. Employment of announcers is projected to decline 11 percent from 2014 to 2024. Experienced, formally trained announcers should have the best job prospects. Explore resources for employment and wages by state and area for announcers. Compare the job duties, education, job growth, and pay of announcers with similar occupations. Learn more about announcers by visiting additional resources, including O*NET, a source on key characteristics of workers and occupations.
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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Radio and Television Announcers
Radio and Television Broadcasting	23,930
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools	810
Cable and Other Subscription Programming	560
Motion Picture and Video Industries	420
Spectator Sports	330
Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers	280
Newspaper, Periodical, Book, and Directory Publishers	160
Advertising, Public Relations, and Related Services	160
Elementary and Secondary Schools	100
Local Government, excluding schools and hospitals (OES Designation)	90

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Salaries

U.S. National Averages.

Radio and Television Announcers
Average Annual Salary	$51,630
Average Hourly Wage	$24.82
Total Employment	27,780