Announcer (Entertainment Venues)
アナウンサー（ごらくじょうとう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that performs announcements for visitors within entertainment facilities or sports facilities, responsible for event progression, safety guidance, facility guidance, and more.
Description
Announcer (Entertainment Venues) handles announcements for visitors in amusement parks, theme parks, arenas, and other entertainment and sports facilities. Responsibilities include opening and closing announcements, notifications for the start and end of attractions or competitions, safety warnings, event hosting and progression, in-house broadcasts, BGM selection, script creation, operation of sound and broadcasting equipment, emergency response, etc. Requires accurate and clear voice acting skills and customer service manners.
Future Outlook
With the increase in entertainment facilities and sports events, a certain level of demand is expected. On the other hand, while AI voices and digital signage are advancing, announcements capable of flexible on-site responses will continue to hold value.
Personality Traits
Able to Respond Flexibly / Calm Demeanor / Cheerful Personality / Expressive / Good Listener
Work Style
Dispatched Contract Employee / Regular Employee Promotion / Seasonal / Shift / Weekends and Holidays Work
Career Path
Junior Announcer → Senior Announcer → Event MC → Announcement Director → Freelance Announcer
Required Skills
Announcement Technique / Broadcast Equipment Operation / Customer Service Manners / Emergency Response / Script Creation and Editing
Recommended Skills
Event Planning / Multilingual Announcement / Narration Technique / Sound Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it is necessary to respond quickly to sudden changes in situations. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accurate announcements directly relate to safety management and operations. |
| Communication Skills | To convey information clearly to visitors. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because it is necessary to withstand tension and pressure in a live environment. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because there is almost no work handling numbers. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly indoor microphone work with little intense exercise. |
Related Qualifications
- Service Manners Certification
- TOEIC
Aliases
- Event MC
- MC
- Park Announcement
Related Jobs
- Event MC
- Sports Broadcast Announcer
- Theme Park Staff