Broadcasting
By Clayton Jones
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communication, etc
- Good Schools- The Academy of Radio & Television Broadcasting, University of Southern California, New York University, Northwestern University, University of Georgia, University of Illinois, Boston College, Marquette University, University of Missouri, University of Miami
- May be required to take statistics, research, etc.
General Jobs
- Announcers
- Producers
- Directors
- Anchors
Skills for TV Shows/Radio
- Be able to attract an audience
- Stay on topic
- Don’t waste your listeners’/viewers' time
- Know your guests
- Most hosts usually have a go to catch phrase
Sportscasting/ Play-by-Play Skills
- Describe the action
- Don’t call numbers, call names
- Don't be critical of calls
Genreral Skills/Tips
- Be yourself
- Be prepared
- Don't rush your words, talk slow
- Be poised, relaxed
Random Stuff
- Lots of jobs are unpaid internships
- Get to meet lots of famous people
- The number of jobs increase every year because of new media emerging
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