Announcers & Other Broadcasters

Find detailed information about the occupation, incl. typical duties and working conditions, in the links below:

• National Occupational Classification (NOC) - a Canadian resource for occupational descriptions and information
• O*NET Online - U.S. resource for occupational descriptions and information
  • Announcer
  • Reporters, Correspondents
  • Broadcast News Analyst
• OCCinfo by alis - Alberta-based occupational information
  • Broadcast Meteorologist (video)
  • Announcer (includes video)
• Princeton Review (Day in the Life of a Disc Jockey)

U of M Academic Calendar
The University of Manitoba does not offer any specialized educational programs leading to a career as an Announcer or Broadcaster. Please view the links below for more information about training programs in North America. If you are a University of Manitoba student who would like assistance determining an educational plan that suits your unique occupational goals, speak with a Career Consultant. For support with course registration and academic issues, speak with an Academic Advisor.

Exploring Other Education Options

• Search Directories
• The Broadcast Education Association
• Colleges and University Programs in Canada - from Queen's Film & Media

Labour market information informs users of supply and demand for specific occupations and sectors. It includes such things as salary and job outlook information. These resources support informed career decision making and job search efforts.

Resources

• Trend Analysis: Job Market Report (Winnipeg Region) - Gov. of Canada Job Bank
• Occupational Outlook Handbook - Job outlook for the U.S.
• OpportuNext - salary range and job growth prospects - Manitoba

Professional Associations

Professional associations organize events and directories, job postings, career and labour market information. Student membership opportunities are also available. This is a great way to learn and network.

• The Alliance of Canadian Cinema, Television and Radio Artists (ACTRA)

Directories, Industry Associations, and Sector Councils
These resources provide industry news, labour market information and a list of potential employers. Remember, there are usually multiple industries worth exploring.

• Creative Manitoba
• North American Broadcasters Association
• Canadian Association of Broadcasters
• National Association of Broadcasters (U.S)

Job Boards
Search occupations of interest in the industry-specific job boards below to learn about skill requirements, employers, job duties and available jobs. You may also wish to search more general online job boards.

• Job Bank
• Creative Manitoba
• Broadcast Career Link (U.S, National Association of Broadcasters)
• CBC Radio

External resources that will provide you with additional information about the occupation, areas of work and opportunities to build experience:

• Employment Opportunities in the Canadian Broadcasting and Affiliated Production Sector
• Film & Broadcasting (from the Cultural Human Resources Council)
• The Riley Guide (Links to Employment in the Broadcast Field)
• History of Canadian Broadcasting (List of biographies)
• Career guides for Television and Radio (National Association of Broadcasters)

• Journalist
• Actor (NOC)
• Copy Writer
• Producers, Directors, Choreographers
• Film & Video Camera Operator
• Film Technical Coordinators & Support roles

Last updated: March 02, 2021