Radio Broadcaster
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that delivers music, information, and talk to listeners by leveraging voice and composition skills. Involved extensively from program planning to progression and editing.
Description
Radio broadcasters serve as personalities for radio programs, handling talk, music selection, guest interviews, etc. They undertake a wide range of tasks, from program planning and script creation, ad reading, timekeeping, and other production duties, to post-recording editing and listener responses via SNS, operating programs at broadcasting stations or streaming platforms.
Future Outlook
With the spread of podcasts and streaming services, the role of radio broadcasters is diversifying. Strengthening collaboration with digital content and operating listener communities using SNS will be key in the future.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Bright and positive / Cheerful personality / Curious and inquisitive / Good listener
Work Style
Live Broadcast / Night Shift / Remote / Shift / Studio Work
Career Path
Assistant Personality → Main Personality → Program Producer → Freelance Personality
Required Skills
Announcing Skills / Music Theory / Planning / Script Writing and Editing / Timekeeping
Recommended Skills
Audio Editing / Basic Knowledge of Audio Equipment / English Announcing / SNS Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because immediate response to troubles during live broadcasts and sudden content changes is required. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accuracy is important for broadcast time management and preventing misreads. |
| Communication Skills | Because smooth conversation and information transmission with listeners and guests are necessary. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because attractive program planning and talk ideas are required. |
| Stress Tolerance | To cope with the tension of live broadcasts and time constraints. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because mathematical analysis is hardly required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly studio work, with little heavy labor. |
Aliases
- Radio DJ
- Radio Personality
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