How do they match: 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.

  • Attend press conferences to gather information for broadcast.
  • Announce musical selections, station breaks, commercials, or public service information, and accept requests from listening audience.
  • Interview show guests about their lives, their work, or topics of current interest.
  • Locate guests to appear on talk or interview shows.