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Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys

Also called: Anchor, Announcer, News Anchor, Television News Anchor (TV News Anchor)

What They Do

Speak or read from scripted materials, such as news reports or commercial messages, on radio, television, or other communications media. May play and queue music, announce artist or title of performance, identify station, or interview guests.

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