Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys
SOC Code: 27-3011 Job Zone 4: Considerable Preparation Needed
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.
Advertisement
Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT | $40,872 | $157,810 | $274,747 | $391,685 |
| New Haven, CT | $41,787 | $151,798 | $261,789 | $371,800 |
| Waterbury-Shelton, CT | $40,706 | $148,117 | $255,528 | $362,939 |
| Connecticut nonmetropolitan area | $41,059 | $146,869 | $252,678 | $358,488 |
| Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA | $46,571 | $129,438 | $212,306 | $295,173 |
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $43,472 | $127,026 | $210,600 | $294,154 |
| Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA | $44,720 | $122,990 | $201,282 | $279,552 |
| Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ | $41,642 | $114,525 | $187,387 | $260,270 |
| Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY | $38,251 | $105,955 | $173,659 | $241,363 |
| Chico, CA | $41,454 | $99,258 | $157,040 | $214,843 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Speaking | 4.8 | |
| Active Listening | 4.0 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.9 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.8 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 3.8 | |
| Time Management | 3.2 | |
| Active Learning | 3.1 | |
| Writing | 3.1 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.0 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.0 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Communications and Media | 4.8 |
| English Language | 4.7 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.8 |
| Telecommunications | 3.7 |
| Law and Government | 2.7 |
| Public Safety and Security | 2.6 |
| Sales and Marketing | 2.5 |
| Administration and Management | 2.5 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 35.2% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 30.3% |
| High school diploma | 26.8% |
| Doctoral degree | 5.2% |
| Associate's degree | 2.5% |
Typical Tasks
- Prepare and deliver news, sports, or weather reports, gathering and rewriting material so that it will convey required information and fit specific time slots.
- Read news flashes to inform audiences of important events.
- Select program content, in conjunction with producers and assistants, based on factors such as program specialties, audience tastes, or requests from the public.
- Study background information to prepare for programs or interviews.
- Comment on music and other matters, such as weather or traffic conditions.
- Interview show guests about their lives, their work, or topics of current interest.
- Host civic, charitable, or promotional events broadcast over television or radio.
- Make promotional appearances at public or private events to represent their employers.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
Microsoft Access Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office software Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Word Zoom Adobe Audition Audion Laboratories VoxPro Avid Technology Pro Tools Burli Software Burli Newsroom System Dalet Digital Media Systems Dalet Media Life Database software Enterprise application integration EAI software Program logging software
Calculate your wage level for Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys →
Advertisement
H-1B Guides & Resources
Looking for an H-1B immigration attorney?
Find experienced immigration lawyers in our attorney directory.