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Presenters host broadcast productions. They are the face or voice of these programs and make announcements on different platforms such as radio, television, theatres or other establishments. They ensure that their audience is entertained and introduce the artists or persons being interviewed.

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Competences
40
Groups
4
Essential
19
Optional
21

Competences and skills

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Essential knowledge 7 competences

Occupation specific

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audiovisual equipment

The characteristics and usage of different tools that stimulate the sight and audio senses.

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Cross-sector

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breathing techniques

The various techniques to control the voice, body, and nerves by breathing.

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copyright legislation

Legislation describing the protection of the rights of original authors over their work, and how others can use it.

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grammar

The set of structural rules governing the composition of clauses, phrases, and words in any given natural language.

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pronunciation techniques

The pronunciation techniques to properly and understandably pronounce words.

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spelling

The rules concerning the way words are spelled.

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vocal techniques

The various techniques for using your voice correctly without exhausting or damaging it when changing voice in tone and volume.

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Essential skills and competences 12 competences

Occupation specific

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gather information on theme of the show

Gather relevant information on the theme you are discussing in the show or on the guests who make an appearance in the program to make sure you are up to date.

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Sector-specific

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adapt to type of media

Adapt to different types of media such as television, movies, commercials, and others. Adapt work to type of media, scale of production, budget, genres within type of media, and others.

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follow the news

Follow current events in politics, economics, social communities, cultural sectors, internationally, and in sports.

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follow time cues

Observe the conductor, orchestra or director and follow text and vocal score to time cues accurately.

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memorise lines

Memorise your role in a performance or broadcast, whether it is text, movement, or music.

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read pre-drafted texts

Read texts, written by others or by yourself, with the proper intonation and animation.

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consult information sources

Consult relevant information sources to find inspiration, to educate yourself on certain topics and to acquire background information.

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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.

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This includes the development of social relationships with patients and customers.
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follow directions of the artistic director

Follow the instructions of the director while understanding his creative vision.

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meet expectations of target audience

Research the needs and expectations of the target audience to ensure the program's theme meets both.

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perform improvisation

Perform dialogues or actions spontaneously or without preparation.

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rehearse role

Study lines and actions. Practise them before recording or shooting to find the best way to perform them.

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Optional knowledge 4 competences

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Cross-sector

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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.

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lighting techniques

The characteristics of techniques used to create atmospheres and effects on camera or on stage; the equipment required and appropriate setup to use.

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photography

Art and practice of creating aesthetically appealing images by recording light or electromagnetic radiation.

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press law

The laws concerning the licensing of books and the freedom of expression in all products of the media.

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Optional skills and competences 17 competences

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adopt a relaxed posture

Adapt a posture that is relaxed and inviting to make the audience watch and listen to you attentively.

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check correctness of information

Check if the information contains factual errors, is reliable, and has news value.

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compose playlist

Compose a list of songs to be played during a broadcast or performance in accordance with requirements and time frame.

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consult with production director

Consult with the director, producer and clients throughout the production and post-production process.

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develop program ideas

Develop ideas for television and radio programs in accordance with the studio's policy.

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interview people

Interview people in a range of different circumstances.

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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.

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practice humour

Share humourous expressions with audience, eliciting laughter, surprise, other emotions, or a combination thereof.

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Humourous expressions may take the form of jokes, oneliners, slapstick, stories, or other forms.
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prepare broadcasts

Decide on the time frame, the content, and organisation of a TV show or radio broadcast.

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present during live broadcasts

Present live on political, economic, cultural, social, international or sport events, or host a live broadcast program.

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select music

Suggest or select music to play back for entertainment, exercise, or other purposes.

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use audio reproduction software

Operate software and equipment that transform and reproduce digital, analogue sounds and sound waves into the desired perceivable audio to be streamed.

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apply grammar and spelling rules

Apply the rules of spelling and grammar and ensure consistency throughout texts.

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communicate by telephone

Liaise via telephone by making and answering calls in a timely, professional and polite manner.

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perform market research

Gather, assess and represent data about target market and customers in order to facilitate strategic development and feasibility studies. Identify market trends.

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proofread text

Read a text thoroughly, search for, review and correct errors to ensure content is valid for publishing.

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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.

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