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Broadcast Announcer

💰 Earn $47K-$133K

📚 Bachelor Degree

⏱️ 24–48 Month Training

📈 -5.5% Job Growth

Share stories and music, connecting with audiences on radio and TV.
Influence public opinion and entertain millions with your voice.
Be the voice behind the music, news, and engaging interviews.

What Broadcast Announcers DoSpeak 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.

Operate control consoles.
Record commercials for later broadcast.
Announce musical selections, station breaks, commercials, or public service information, and accept requests from listening audience.
Study background information to prepare for programs or interviews.
Read news flashes to inform audiences of important events.

Broadcast Announcers Education, Salary, and Growth

Minimum EducationBachelor Degree

Career ProspectsRisky (Decreasing by 5% or more)

Training Time2 to 4 years

Job Openings2,300 Annually

Median Earnings

$73,930 in California

$45,680 Nationally

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Is This Career Right For You?

YOU Like

Being creative or artistic
Influencing or leading others
Relating with or serving others

you value

Accomplishing things
Having freedom
Receiving recognition

you are skilled in

Operations Monitoring
Monitoring
Critical Thinking
Reading Comprehension
Complex Problem Solving

Go Deeper: Broadcast Announcers Explained

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How Do You Train for This Career?

Learn about the education and training paths that can lead to this career — and what to expect from each one.

Bachelor's DegreeA bachelor's degree typically results in increased knowledge about a variety of academic subjects, specialized knowledge in a focused field of study, and is considered the foundational qualification for many careers.

🎓 College

⏱️ Finish in 4-5+ years

Associate's DegreeAn associate's degree typically provides graduates with foundational knowledge and skills for entry-level jobs in the graduate's industry, or serves as a stepping stone towards further education.

🎓 College

⏱️ Finish in 2-3 years

Vocational SchoolA vocational school typically equips students with specialized skills and practical training in specific trades or occupations, enhancing their employability and providing direct pathways to relevant careers.

🎓 Skills-Focused

⏱️ Finish in 6 months - 2 years

ApprenticeshipAn apprenticeship typically offers a combination of hands-on training and classroom instruction, leading to practical skills, industry-specific knowledge, and the potential for long-term employment in a specific trade or profession.

🎓 Paid Work

⏱️ Finish in 2-5 years

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