{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:39:48.089Z","occupation":{"soc":"27-3011.00","title":"Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys","group":"Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports & Media","sector":"51","jobZone":4,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers on-air performance, broadcast production, news delivery, program logging, and station operations for Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys working across live and recorded radio and multimedia environments.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["News flashes and breaking bulletins — read aloud clearly and accurately under supervisor direction during live broadcast shifts.","Station identification and show open/close scripts — deliver using memorized or printed copy under direct on-air guidance.","Broadcast control console — operate basic functions including fader adjustments and microphone activation under close technical supervision.","Musical selections and station breaks — announce using provided scripts and playlists during structured, supervised air time.","Background research materials — study and summarize key facts before assigned program segments or guest interviews.","Daily program logs — maintain accurate records of musical selections, commercials, and station promotions following established logging protocols.","Pre-recorded commercials — record in a production studio under producer direction, adhering to provided copy and timing guidelines.","Word processing and office suite software — use to prepare and format broadcast scripts and rundown documents for review.","Audience service requests — accept and acknowledge song or information requests from listeners following station call-screening procedures.","Spoken delivery and speech clarity — practice consistent pronunciation and pacing during training shifts in a supervised on-air environment."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["News, sports, and weather copy — gather, rewrite, and deliver within assigned time slots with minimal editorial oversight during routine broadcasts.","Control console and broadcast equipment — operate proficiently across standard shift configurations, troubleshooting minor technical issues independently.","Ad-lib transitions and program introductions — execute smoothly between segments, adapting tone and content to match format and audience demographics.","Commercial spots — record and produce for later broadcast using music or sound editing software, meeting client and station specifications.","Program logs — keep complete and timely daily records of all aired elements, ensuring compliance with station and regulatory requirements.","Interview preparation — research guest backgrounds and develop relevant questions independently, integrating findings into structured on-air conversations.","Audience engagement — respond to listener calls, social media interactions, and requests in ways that reflect station brand and community orientation.","Time management across a broadcast shift — coordinate segment timing, commercial breaks, and news inserts to maintain an accurate programming schedule.","Weather and sports data sources — monitor and synthesize real-time information feeds to produce concise, accurate on-air reports.","Writing for broadcast — compose clear, conversational copy for news teases, promotional announcements, and station imaging in standard broadcast style."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Complex breaking news situations — independently assess, prioritize, and read news flashes live on air while maintaining composure and accuracy.","Full-length programs — host end-to-end with autonomous decision-making on content sequencing, pacing, and audience interaction strategies.","Non-routine technical challenges — diagnose and resolve control console and audio equipment issues mid-broadcast to prevent or minimize dead air.","Investigative and feature segments — research, write, and deliver in-depth reports that synthesize multiple information sources within strict time constraints.","Ad-lib commentary — generate spontaneous, on-brand content across diverse formats including talk, music, news, and public service contexts.","Program log compliance — audit and certify daily logs for regulatory accuracy, identifying discrepancies and implementing corrective action without escalation.","High-profile interviews — conduct and manage live or recorded conversations with public figures, adapting questioning style based on real-time responses.","Cross-platform content production — adapt broadcast material for digital and social media distribution using editing and enterprise application integration software.","Critical judgment calls — evaluate audience appropriateness, legal risk, and editorial accuracy of on-air content under time pressure.","Mentorship of junior on-air talent — provide structured feedback on delivery, research quality, and technical execution during live and recorded sessions."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Station programming strategy — set editorial direction, format standards, and audience engagement frameworks across all on-air content and talent.","Talent development program — design and lead training curricula for emerging and developing announcers, establishing organizational standards for broadcast delivery.","Regulatory and compliance policy — author station-wide protocols for program logging, public service obligations, and FCC compliance requirements.","Brand identity and voice — define and champion the station's on-air sound, guiding production teams, writers, and hosts toward a cohesive listener experience.","Multi-platform content strategy — lead integration of broadcast, digital, and social media content pipelines using ERP and enterprise integration software at scale.","High-stakes crisis communication — direct on-air response to emergencies or major breaking events, coordinating news, talent, and technical staff in real time.","Advertising and revenue partnerships — collaborate with sales leadership to develop sponsorship-compatible content formats that balance commercial and editorial integrity.","Industry innovation and format development — pioneer new program formats, audience interaction models, and technology adoption strategies at an organizational level.","Organizational performance metrics — establish and monitor KPIs for audience ratings, content quality, and operational efficiency across all broadcast departments.","Stakeholder and community leadership — represent the station at industry forums, regulatory bodies, and community events, shaping the organization's public mission and reputation."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}