How do they match: Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys

  • Program Director
  • Program Host

  • 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.

  • Interview show guests about their lives, their work, or topics of current interest.
  • Give network cues permitting selected stations to receive programs.
  • Keep daily program logs to provide information on all elements aired during broadcast, such as musical selections and station promotions.
  • Locate guests to appear on talk or interview shows.
  • Provide commentary and conduct interviews during sporting events, parades, conventions, or other events.
  • Select program content, in conjunction with producers and assistants, based on factors such as program specialties, audience tastes, or requests from the public.
  • Study background information to prepare for programs or interviews.

  • Interview others for news or entertainment purposes.