Description
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.
Interests
- Artistic
- Enterprising
- Social
Work Values
- Achievement
- Recognition
- Independence
Work Styles
- Dependability
- Integrity
- Attention to Detail
- Stress Tolerance
- Adaptability/Flexibility
Tasks
- Operate control consoles.
- Record commercials for later broadcast.
- Announce musical selections, station breaks, commercials, or public service information, and accept requests from listening audience.
- Study background information to prepare for programs or interviews.
- Read news flashes to inform audiences of important events.
Work Activities
- Working with Computers
- Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
- Getting Information
- Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
- Documenting/Recording Information
Detailed Work Activities
- Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
- Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
- Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
- Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
- Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
- Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
- Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
- Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
- Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
- Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
Technology Skills
- Data base user interface and query software
- Video conferencing software
- Music or sound editing software
- Word processing software
- Spreadsheet software
Abilities
- Oral Expression
- Speech Clarity
- Oral Comprehension
- Written Comprehension
- Speech Recognition
Skills
- Speaking
- Active Listening
- Reading Comprehension
- Critical Thinking
- Social Perceptiveness
Knowledge
- Communications and Media
- English Language
- Computers and Electronics
- Customer and Personal Service
- Telecommunications
Most Common Education Level
The “Most Common Education Level” refers to the level of education held by the majority of workers in a given occupation. For example, if the highest percentage of workers in a role have an Associate’s Degree, that suggests this is the typical educational requirement. Knowing this helps you plan how many years of education you may need to pursue that career.
Certificates
Certificate name
Amateur Radio Service Operator License - General ClassCertifying Organization
Federal Communications Commission
Type
Core
Certificate name
Certified Broadcast MeteorologistCertifying Organization
American Meteorological Society
Type
Advanced
Certificate name
Restricted Radiotelephone Operator PermitCertifying Organization
Federal Communications Commission
Type
Product/Equipment
Certificate name
Amateur Radio Service Operator License - Amateur Extra ClassCertifying Organization
Federal Communications Commission
Type
Certificate name
Six Month Service EndorsementCertifying Organization
Federal Communications Commission
Type
Product/Equipment
Income Percentile
The income percentiles show how earnings are distributed within a profession. The 10th percentile means that 10% of workers earned less than that amount. The median (50th percentile) indicates that half of workers earned more, and half earned less. The 90th percentile reflects what the top 10% of earners in the field make.
| Income Percentile | Annual Income |
|---|---|
| Low (10%) | $43,097 |
| Median (50%) | $60,584 |
| High (90%) | $79,458 |
Income by Experience
This table shows how income typically grows with experience—from entry level (0–2 years), to mid-level (3–5 years), to senior level (6–8 years), to expert level (8+ years).
| Experience | Income |
|---|---|
Entry Level  | $56,292 |
| Mid Level | $52,286 |
| Senior Level | N/A |
| Expert Level | N/A |
Employability
There are currently 26,500 jobs in this career path. Over the next 10 years, that number is expected to decrease to 25,400 positions, reflecting a projected decline of -4%.
The Projected Job Growth figure refers to the expected increase or decrease in employment within a specific career field over a certain period of time.
Projected Job Growth of -4%
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