Duties and Tasks

Media presenters may perform the following tasks:

• announce programs, music and entertainment items
• read commercials, both live and pre-recorded
• read news bulletins
• provide station identification, time, weather and community announcements
• introduce live performances
• conduct interviews and host talkback programs
• make live action commentary on sporting events, politics, and social and economic matters
• work off-camera in television announcing programs
• host panel shows and live variety shows
• interview personalities at special events, or in studios for live or taped broadcasts
• introduce performers and host special events
• write their own scripts.

Specialisations

Areas of specialisation include sports commentator, disc jockey, newsreader, talkback announcer and political commentator.

Radio Presenter

Work Conditions

Media presenters may be required to work irregular hours, including weekends. On-camera presenters need to be well groomed. Specialist presenters, such as sports and political commentators, should have a solid knowledge of the subject they are presenting.

Personal Requirements

• clear speaking voice with good command of English
• broad general knowledge
• interested in current affairs and/or music
• technical ability to operate broadcasting equipment
• able to work under pressure
• good communication skills
• willing to work in country areas.

Case Study

Hitting The Airwaves

Related Industries

Broadcasting (except Internet)

Labour Market

Information

Australian JobOutlook for Artistic Directors, and Media Producers and Presenters

Vacancies

Australian JobSearch for Media Presenters (ALL AUSTRALIA)
Australian VolunteerSearch - Arts/Culture and Heritage for ALL AUSTRALIA
Work Opportunities websites

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