Occupation information for Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys District Of Columbia

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Typical education needed for entry: Bachelor's degree

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: No on-the-job training

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• Operate control consoles.
• Record commercials for later broadcast.
• Announce musical selections, station breaks, commercials, or public service information, and accept requests from listening audience.
• Read news flashes to inform audiences of important events.
• Study background information to prepare for programs or interviews.
• Identify stations, and introduce or close shows, ad-libbing or using memorized or read scripts.
• Prepare and deliver news, sports, or weather reports, gathering and rewriting material so that it will convey required information and fit specific time slots.
• Select program content, in conjunction with producers and assistants, based on factors such as program specialties, audience tastes, or requests from the public.
• Write and edit video and scripts for broadcasts.
• Comment on music and other matters, such as weather or traffic conditions.

Tools:

• Audio mixing consoles
• Audio turntable
• Compact disk players or recorders
• Desktop computers
• Media control systems

Technology:

• Analytical or scientific software
• Data base user interface and query software
• Electronic mail software
• Music or sound editing software
• Word processing software

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