Announcer (Amusement Venues, etc.)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Job responsible for announcements and broadcasting inside amusement venues or sports facilities, such as business hours guidance, event progression, and emergency evacuation guidance.
Description
Amusement venue announcers work at gaming arcades, game centers, bowling alleys, pools, and other entertainment facilities, as well as stadiums and gymnasiums, handling in-house broadcasts. They provide notifications of business hours, event start announcements, explanations of prize exchange methods, and emergency evacuation guidance announcements. They operate microphones and sound equipment, switch BGM, and adjust volume to create the atmosphere in the venue. In some cases, they also act as MCs to liven up events.
Future Outlook
While steady demand is expected due to increasing inbound tourism and event hosting, business content may change with the spread of automated broadcasting systems.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Full-time and contract employees / Night shifts / Part-time and freelance OK / Shift work
Career Path
Announcer → Senior announcer → Event announcer → Sound operator → Facility operations staff
Required Skills
Announcement skills / BGM operation / Basic operation of microphones and audio equipment / Timing adjustment
Recommended Skills
Audio mixer / Event hosting / Narration
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required to avoid transmitting incorrect information. |
| Communication Skills | The ability to announce accurately and clearly is essential. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Advanced analytical skills are not particularly required. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Accurate communication is prioritized over original ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis is not required. |
Aliases
- Announcement staff
- In-house announcer
Related Jobs
- Event staff
- Guide staff
- Reception staff