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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Overall employment of announcers is projected to grow 15 percent from 2020 to 2030, faster than the average for all occupations. About 6,100 openings for announcers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.
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