How to Become a Television Broadcaster

When you're sitting at home on your couch watching TV, a television broadcaster is hard at work. They are the individuals responsible for broadcasting news, sports and entertainment programs from their station to your house for you to enjoy. Some television broadcasters serve as journalists reporting on news and events. Others have a more technical position working for a TV station as they make adjustments and repairs to fix weak or broken transmission signals ensuring that you see the right picture at home. Regardless of what specific role you plan to hold with a TV station, here's what you need to know about how to become a television broadcaster.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Learn about the different careers available in television broadcast. Journalists, engineers and producers are just some of the jobs available. More information about careers available in broadcasting on radio or television are available through the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Academy of Radio and Television Broadcasting.

2. Earn a bachelor's degree in TV broadcasting. Television news reporters need to major in broadcast journalism while station engineers need a degree in broadcast engineering. You can find accredited programs throughout the United States by visiting the Accrediting Council on Education for Journalism and Mass Communications.

3. Complete an internship for a TV station. An internship gives you the opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge you've obtained in the classroom to an actual workplace setting. You also have the opportunity to make contacts in the broadcasting field. You can find internship openings by checking with professors at your school or contacting your state broadcasters association.

4. Find a position in television broadcasting. There are a number of professional associations that offer job listings for broadcasters on their website, and these include the National Association of Broadcasters and the National Association of Broadcast Employees and Technicians. In addition you have the option to search for open positions on traditional job websites such as CareerBuilder and Monster. Most television broadcast employees start out at small, rural television stations before moving to larger networks.

5. Join a professional association. Professional associations are available on the national and state level, and being a member at both levels can be beneficial. National organizations keep you updated with the latest news and information about your career field while state and local associations provide you with the opportunity to network and learn about new job openings in your area.

References

• Broadcasting Career Information from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Resources

• Academy of Radio and Television Broadcasting
• National Association of Broadcasters
• Broadcaster Job Listings
• Accrediting Council on Education for Journalism and Mass Communication
• National Association of Broadcast Employees and Technicians Job Listings

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