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Occupation Code: 2656
Announcer on Radio, Television and Other Media
Alternative titles: TV/Radio Presenter, TV/Radio Host, Broadcaster, Sports Announcer Work environment
Job description and duties
Announcers on Radio, Television and Other Media are responsible for presenting/reading the news, sports news and weather forecast, and/or host TV/radio programmes. Depending on whether one works for TV or radio, an Announcer on Radio, Television and Other Media would typically be expected to:
• Interview people on TV/Radio programmes
• Write scripts
• Report on issues and events
• Provide live commentary
• Research and prepare for programmes
• Attend production meetings to go through
the running order of programmes
• Promote the programme through different
channels, such as social media
Announcers on Radio, Television and Other Media may also seek adverts to be aired during their programme.
Announcers on Radio, Television and Other Media work for TV and radio stations where time is divided between the office, studio and outside locations. TV presenters may also be required for videos created for social media. Working on a part-time or freelance basis in other related or unrelated roles is common.
Announcers may be required to work irregular hours, at any time of the day, depending on the task at hand. Programmes can be scheduled in the early morning, late evening and at weekends allowing limited flexibility for leave.
When hosting a live event, very long working hours may be required.
Occupation data
Entry level education / special licences / warrants
There are no specific education requirements and qualifications to work as an Announcer on Radio, Television and Other Media. Skills are usually learnt on-the-job. However if one wishes to obtain a qualification, these usually include diplomas or degrees in Journalism, Drama and Performing Arts, Media Studies and Languages (Maltese and English). Training programmes include:
Number of employees (2017)
61
Share of foreigners (2017)
52%
Job Outlook (2018 - 2022)
+20%
Median Pay (per annum)
€20,100
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