Announcers

(NOC 5231)
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What do Announcers do?

Announcers and other broadcasters read news, sports, weather, commercial and public service messages and host entertainment and information programs for broadcast on radio or television.

How to become: Announcers


  • Completion of a college radio or television arts program is usually required.
  • Practical training, such as work at a college radio station, may be required.
  • Talent and ability, as demonstrated during an audition, are important hiring criteria.
  • Membership in a guild or union related to the occupation or type of performance may be required.

Where to study for a career as: Announcers

University of Worcester
Worcester, England, GB

Related Program(s):
History and Journalism Bachelor; Honours
Journalism and Media and Film Studies Bachelor; Honours
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University of the Arts London
London, England, GB

Related Program(s):
Fashion Communication: Journalism (BA) (with Diploma in Professional Studies) Bachelor; Honours
Fashion Journalism and Content Creation (BA) Bachelor; Honours
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Conestoga College
Kitchener, Ontario, CA

Related Program(s):
Journalism Diploma
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Southwest Minnesota State University
Marshall, Minnesota, US

Related Program(s):
Communication Studies: Broadcasting and Digital Media Bachelor
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Sheridan College
Oakville, Ontario, CA

Related Program(s):
Film and Television Bachelor; Honours
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Indiana Tech
Fort Wayne, Indiana, US

Related Program(s):
Communication - Journalism & Broadcasting Bachelor
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Modified on January 26, 2022

How much do Announcers make?

Low:
$33,800
Average:
$56,160
High:
$84,531

Job openings for Announcers

Job Seekers:
4,600
Job Openings:
4,000