Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys

General Information

Description

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.

Workplace at a Glance

What you can expect to experience while on the job

  • Responsibility
  • Exposure to job hazards
  • Physical activity
  • Decision making
  • Repetitiveness
  • Level of competition
  • Time pressure

Industry areas

  • Arts, Audio/Video Technology & Communications

Job Outlook

Overall employment of announcers and DJs is projected to decline 4 percent from 2021 to 2031. Despite decliningemployment, about 3,500 openings for announcers and DJs are projected each year, on average, over the decade. All of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to other occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

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Salary

Average Salary

Salary

$37,630

State-by-state Salary

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$79,690
$17,630
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Education

Most Common Education Levels

People in this career achieve this level of education.

  • Bachelor's degree 55%
  • Some college 10%
  • Associate's degree 10%
  • Less than high school 9%
  • Master's degree 7%
  • High school 6%
  • Doctoral degree 0%
  • Post baccalaureate 0%
  • Post-doctoral training 0%
  • Post-master's certificate 0%
  • First professional degree 0%
  • Post-secondary certificate 0%

Knowledge

  • Communications and Media
  • English Language
  • Computers and Electronics
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Telecommunications

Skills at a Glance

Skills helpful in this career

  • Verbal skills
  • Critical thinking & problem solving
  • Equipment operation & maintenance
  • Math & science skills
  • Technology design & control
  • Leadership
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