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Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys

Speak or read from scripted materials, such as news reports or commercial messages, on radio, television, or other communications media. May play and queue music, announce artist or title of performance, identify station, or interview guests.

Tasks
24 tasks16 core, 8 supplemental
Family
Arts, Design, Media & SportsOne of its 45 occupations
Code
27-3011.00SOC 2018: 27-3011

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16 core tasks and 8 supplemental, each quoted as published, with the survey it came from.

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Core: central to the jobSupplemental: done by some, not all

  1. Task 1. Operate control consoles.Core taskTask 3934Rated by 79 people who do the job, July 2016
  2. Task 2. Record commercials for later broadcast.Core taskTask 3937Rated by 79 people who do the job, July 2016
  3. Task 3. Announce musical selections, station breaks, commercials, or public service information, and accept requests from listening audience.Core taskTask 3935Rated by 79 people who do the job, July 2016
  4. Task 4. Study background information to prepare for programs or interviews.Core taskTask 3928Rated by 78 people who do the job, July 2016
  5. Task 5. Read news flashes to inform audiences of important events.Core taskTask 3925Rated by 79 people who do the job, July 2016
  6. Task 6. Identify stations, and introduce or close shows, ad-libbing or using memorized or read scripts.Core taskTask 20887Rated by 77 people who do the job, July 2016
  7. Task 7. Prepare and deliver news, sports, or weather reports, gathering and rewriting material so that it will convey required information and fit specific time slots.Core taskTask 3924Rated by 79 people who do the job, July 2016
  8. Task 8. Select program content, in conjunction with producers and assistants, based on factors such as program specialties, audience tastes, or requests from the public.Core taskTask 3927Rated by 79 people who do the job, July 2016
  9. Task 9. Comment on music and other matters, such as weather or traffic conditions.Core taskTask 3929Rated by 77 people who do the job, July 2016
  10. Task 10. Develop story lines for broadcasts.Core taskTask 20888Rated by 79 people who do the job, July 2016
  11. Task 11. Discuss various topics over the telephone with viewers or listeners.Core taskTask 3931Rated by 79 people who do the job, July 2016
  12. Task 12. Interview show guests about their lives, their work, or topics of current interest.Core taskTask 3930Rated by 79 people who do the job, July 2016
  13. Task 13. Provide commentary and conduct interviews during sporting events, parades, conventions, or other events.Core taskTask 3942Rated by 79 people who do the job, July 2016
  14. Task 14. Make promotional appearances at public or private events to represent their employers.Core taskTask 3933Rated by 79 people who do the job, July 2016
  15. Task 15. Host civic, charitable, or promotional events broadcast over television or radio.Core taskTask 3932Rated by 79 people who do the job, July 2016
  16. Task 16. Attend press conferences to gather information for broadcast.Core taskTask 3941Rated by 79 people who do the job, July 2016
  17. Task 17. Write and edit video and scripts for broadcasts.Supplemental taskTask 20889Rated by 79 people who do the job, July 2016
  18. Task 18. Maintain organization of the music library.Supplemental taskTask 20890Rated by 79 people who do the job, July 2016
  19. Task 19. Locate guests to appear on talk or interview shows.Supplemental taskTask 3938Rated by 78 people who do the job, July 2016
  20. Task 20. Keep daily program logs to provide information on all elements aired during broadcast, such as musical selections and station promotions.Supplemental taskTask 3936Rated by 79 people who do the job, July 2016
  21. Task 21. Give network cues permitting selected stations to receive programs.Supplemental taskTask 3943Rated by 79 people who do the job, July 2016
  22. Task 22. Coordinate games, contests, or other on-air competitions, performing such duties as asking questions and awarding prizes.Supplemental taskTask 3940Rated by 79 people who do the job, July 2016
  23. Task 23. Moderate panels or discussion shows on topics such as current affairs, art, or education.Supplemental taskTask 3944Rated by 79 people who do the job, July 2016
  24. Task 24. Describe or demonstrate products that viewers may purchase through specific shows or in stores.Supplemental taskTask 3939Rated by 79 people who do the job, July 2016

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  2. Classification
    Standard Occupational Classification 2018, 27-3011
  3. License
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