2656-Announcers On Radio, Television and Other Media

Job Title: 

Announcers On Radio, Television and Other Media

Job Description: 

Announcers on radio, television and other media read news bulletins, conduct interviews, and make other announcements or introductions on radio, television, and in theatres and other establishments or media.

Tasks: 

Commenting on music and other matters , such as weather or traffic conditions

Linked Education ( CESM Codes ) : 

501 - Communication and Media Studies
503 - Radio, Television and Digital Communication

Specific Occupations: 

265601 - Radio Presenter
Description : Prepares and presents news, sports or other information, conducts interviews, and introduces music, performances and special events on radio. This occupation requires high levels of creative talent or personal commitment and interest as well as, or in place of, formal qualifications and experience.
Green Occupation : No
Green Skill : NoTrade : No
Specializations : Commentator (Radio), Disc Jockey, Radio Announcer, Radio Broadcaster, Radio Compeer, Radio Newscaster, Radio Newsreader, Talk Show Host

265602 - Television Presenter
Description : Prepares and presents news, sports and other information, conducts interviews and introduces music performances and special events on television. This occupation requires high levels of creative talent or personal commitment and interest as well as, or in place of, formal qualifications and experience.
Green Occupation : No
Green Skill : NoTrade : No
Specializations : Newsroom Manager, TV Announcer, TV Broadcaster, TV Commentator, TV Compeer, TV Newsreader

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Source Of Info: 

Source : Organising Framework for Occupations (OFO) 2013, Department of Higher Education and Training, Republic of South Africa