Sports Caster
すぽーつきゃすたー
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Responsible for live commentary and analysis of sports events, athlete interviews, and delivering content to viewers via TV, radio, internet, etc.
Description
Sports casters are specialists who handle live commentary, analysis, and player interviews for sports events on media such as television, radio, and internet streaming. They instantly grasp the game's developments and convey the situation in easy-to-understand language. Additionally, as pre-preparation, they research competition rules and player information, conduct interviews, and create scripts. They are required to have ad-lib skills to quickly respond to unexpected developments during live broadcasts and to collaborate with production staff.
Future Outlook
With the digitalization of sports broadcasts and the spread of live streaming, demand is expanding across diverse delivery platforms. There is a growing trend toward requiring advanced commentary skills utilizing data and video, as well as multilingual skills.
Personality Traits
Has curiosity and a spirit of inquiry / Has sociability / Is calm and composed
Work Style
Broadcast Station Employment / Broadcasting / Freelance / Online Streaming
Career Path
Assistant Caster → Freelance Announcer → Main Caster → Sports Journalist → Commentator
Required Skills
Basic Knowledge of Broadcasting Equipment / Humor Expression / Interview Techniques / Knowledge of Competition Rules and Tactics / Script Writing
Recommended Skills
Basic Video Editing / Data Literacy / Language Skills (English) / SNS Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Need to flexibly respond to unexpected developments during live broadcasts. |
| Communication Skills | High communication skills are necessary to convey the match situation clearly. |
| Stress Tolerance | Need to withstand the tension during live broadcasts and handle troubles. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | There are few opportunities to perform mathematical analysis or calculations. |
Aliases
- Sports Announcer
- Sports Reporter
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- Play-by-Play Commentator
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- TV Announcer