How do they match: Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys

  • Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys

  • Public Address Announcer

  • 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.

  • 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.
  • Make promotional appearances at public or private events to represent their employers.
  • Select program content, in conjunction with producers and assistants, based on factors such as program specialties, audience tastes, or requests from the public.

  • Report news to the public.