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• Employers often want candidates who have a bachelor’s degree in broadcasting, journalism, communications, or a related field. They may consider applicants who have relevant experience but no degree.

1. Per O*Net, ~55% of “Broadcaster Announcers” have a bachelor’s.

• 常见的课程包括。

1. Audience analysis
2. Audio production
3. Broadcast advertising
4. Broadcast law
5. Campus radio station labs
6. Interviewing techniques
7. Podcast production
8. 公开演讲
9. Radio programming
10. Scriptwriting
11. Social media
12. Sound engineering
13. Speech
14. Voice training

• Remember, technical proficiency is only half the picture! Broadcasters must be professional, poised, adaptable, enthusiastic, and charismatic. Many of their soft skills must be developed through real world experience and classroom practice, not academic learning.  
• Internships at local and college radio stations are invaluable. Students can also get practical experience by launching their own podcasts.
• For those who don’t pursue a broadcasting-related degree, there are many books, videos, ad hoc courses, and online programs available for learning the necessary skills. 

• Look for degree programs in broadcasting, journalism, communications, or a related field. Programs should feature experienced faculty, modern equipment, and opportunities for internships or cooperative learning with local radio stations or media outlets.
• Consider tuition costs and scholarship opportunities in addition to federal aid.
• Determine your schedule and flexibility when deciding to enroll in an on-campus, online, or hybrid program.
• Check out the program’s alumni network and how successful alumni have been in their careers. 

There are hundreds of community colleges and universities offering broadcasting, journalism, and communications classes and degrees. Check out Niche’s 2025 Best Colleges with Broadcast Journalism Degrees in America for ideas to get started.

In addition, students can enroll in programs with specialized schools such as Online Radio School, Radio Connection, and others. The National Association of Broadcasters’ Leadership Foundation offers a Technology Apprenticeship Program “designed to train and inform students on engineering, information systems and emerging technologies in broadcasting, including AWS cloud-based instruction.”

Be sure to do your research, check out the details of each program, read reviews from students who went there, and decide if the costs and benefits are right for you! 

• In high school, explore courses in broadcasting, media production, journalism, public speaking, and communications.  
• Participate in speech, debate, or theater programs to improve vocal delivery, articulation, and stage presence. 
  
  Practicing writing and reading scripts and news stories. Also practice asking interview questions with friends. Speak clearly and with confidence, and work on your diction (the way you speak), pronunciation (saying words correctly), enunciation (how clearly you pronounce words), and articulation (the physical act of creating sounds with your mouth and vocal chords).

1. To clarify, diction refers to the words you choose and how you express yourself. It affects tone, clarity, and the impression you make. An example of casual diction is “Hey, what’s up?” whereas using formal diction you might say “Hello, how are you doing?”
2. Pronunciation refers to the correct way a word is spoken, including the proper sounds, syllables, and emphasis on the right parts of the word.
3. Enunciation refers to how clearly and precisely you pronounce each word when speaking. When we talk fast and run our words together, that’s casual enunciation. But it’s hard to understand that over the radio, which is why Broadcasters need to use clear enunciation – even if they don’t talk like that in their everyday lives.
4. Articulation refers to the physical act of forming and shaping sounds clearly when speaking. It involves the precise movement of the lips, tongue, teeth, and vocal cords to produce distinct speech sounds. Good articulation ensures that each syllable and word is pronounced correctly and is easy to understand.

• Get experience by participating in school or college radio station learning opportunities – or consider starting a podcast or online radio show!  
• Listen to different kinds of radio shows and podcasts to analyze styles, interviewing techniques, and audience engagement strategies.  
• Keep up with trends, technologies, and audience preferences by reading blogs and books and watching video tutorials like Radio.co’s YouTube channel.
• Learn how to operate standard broadcasting equipment, including microphones, mixing consoles, audio processors, and broadcast automation software.  
• Work on audio editing skills with software like Audacity, Adobe Audition, or Pro Tools.  
• Practice using live/remote streaming platforms and tools for on-location reporting, live interviews, and special events.  
• Make a demo reel showcasing your best on-air segments, interviews, or radio productions.
• Network with working Radio Broadcasters at industry events and via online forums such as RadioDiscussions, Broadcast Radio Forums, RadioReference, Broadcasting World, and Internet Radio.
• Build a list of professional references who can vouch for your skills and experience. Always get their permission before sharing their contact information.  
• Keep a working resume. Update it regularly with new experiences, skills, and achievements.  
• Review job postings to understand common qualifications, certifications, and experience levels.  
• Stay open to different roles such as news reporting, DJing (music programming), sports commentary, or voice-over work.