Is being a radio or TV announcer a good fit for you?
Reads news, ads and scripts on radio or TV. May also play music, chat with listeners and introduce shows.
What the work involves
- Reads out news flashes to tell audiences about important events.
- Announces songs, station breaks, ads and public information, and takes requests from listeners.
- Operates the studio control desk.
- Names the station and opens or closes shows, ad-libbing or using memorised or written scripts.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be creative and persuading. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Mastery. Getting really good at something over time.
- Achievement. Progress, recognition, ambitious goals.
- Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.
How much training it needs
Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
Answer quick questions about what you like doing and what keeps you going. We match you with roles from over 900 kinds of work, and you can see if a radio or TV announcer is one of yours.
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