audiovisual equipment
The characteristics and usage of different tools that stimulate the sight and audio senses.
digital
News anchors present news stories on radio and television. They introduce pre-recorded news items and items covered by live reporters. News anchors are often trained journalists.
Competences and skills
37 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 8 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competenceCross-sector
7 competencesbreathing techniques
The various techniques to control the voice, body, and nerves by breathing.
editorial standards
The guidelines on how to deal with and report on privacy, children, and death according to impartiality, and other standards.
grammar
The set of structural rules governing the composition of clauses, phrases, and words in any given natural language.
interview techniques
The techniques for getting information out of people by asking the right questions in the right way and to make them feel comfortable.
pronunciation techniques
The pronunciation techniques to properly and understandably pronounce words.
spelling
The rules concerning the way words are spelled.
vocal techniques
The various techniques for using your voice correctly without exhausting or damaging it when changing voice in tone and volume.
Essential skills and competences 9 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
6 competencesfollow the news
Follow current events in politics, economics, social communities, cultural sectors, internationally, and in sports.
interview people
Interview people in a range of different circumstances.
memorise lines
Memorise your role in a performance or broadcast, whether it is text, movement, or music.
present during live broadcasts
Present live on political, economic, cultural, social, international or sport events, or host a live broadcast program.
read pre-drafted texts
Read texts, written by others or by yourself, with the proper intonation and animation.
work closely with news teams
Work closely with news teams, photographers and editors.
Cross-sector
3 competencesadapt to changing situations
Change approach to situations based on unexpected and sudden changes in people's needs and mood or in trends; shift strategies, improvise and naturally adapt to those circumstances.
consult information sources
Consult relevant information sources to find inspiration, to educate yourself on certain topics and to acquire background information.
develop professional network
Reach out to and meet up with people in a professional context. Find common ground and use your contacts for mutual benefit. Keep track of the people in your personal professional network and stay up to date on their activities.
- Scope note
- This includes the development of social relationships with patients and customers.
Optional knowledge 4 competences
Occupation specific
1 competencenews analytics
The study of textual news stories expressed as numbers and metadata in order to gain insight into the relevance of the story, sentiment, and novelty.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
3 competenceslighting techniques
The characteristics of techniques used to create atmospheres and effects on camera or on stage; the equipment required and appropriate setup to use.
photography
Art and practice of creating aesthetically appealing images by recording light or electromagnetic radiation.
press law
The laws concerning the licensing of books and the freedom of expression in all products of the media.
Optional skills and competences 16 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
11 competencesadopt a relaxed posture
Adapt a posture that is relaxed and inviting to make the audience watch and listen to you attentively.
check correctness of information
Check if the information contains factual errors, is reliable, and has news value.
check stories
Seek out and investigate stories via your contacts, press releases and other media.
edit digital moving images
Use specialised software to edit video images for use in an artistic production.
digital
moderate a debate
Moderate a staged or unstaged discussion between two or more of people. Make sure everyone gets to voice their opinion and that they stay on topic. Ensure that the debate doesn't run out of hand and that participants are civil and polite to each other.
operate audio equipment
Apply technologies for re-creation or recording of sounds, such as speaking, sound of instruments in electrical or mechanical form.
digital
participate in editorial meetings
Participate in meetings with fellow editors and journalists to discuss possible topics and to divide the tasks and workload.
perform video editing
Rearrange and edit video footage in the course of the post-production process. Edit the footage using a variety of sofware, tools, and techniques such as colour correction and effects, speed effects, and audio enhancing.
digital
rewrite articles
Rewrite articles to correct errors, make them more appealing to the audience, and to ensure that they fit within time and space allotments.
set up sound equipment
Set up equipment to record sound. Test acoustics and make adjustments.
digital
write to a deadline
Schedule and respect tight deadlines, especially for theatre, screen and radio projects.
Cross-sector
5 competencesapply grammar and spelling rules
Apply the rules of spelling and grammar and ensure consistency throughout texts.
perform improvisation
Perform dialogues or actions spontaneously or without preparation.
proofread text
Read a text thoroughly, search for, review and correct errors to ensure content is valid for publishing.
show diplomacy
Deal with people in a sensitive and tactful way.
work with a voice coach
Receive advice and training from a voice coach. Learn how to use one’s voice correctly, how to properly pronounce and articulate words, and use the right intonation. Get trained in breathing techniques.