Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockey Career

Job Description: 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.


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Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockey Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$80,110

Median Hourly Wage

$38.51*

Total Employed Nationally

23,880


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2025 wage data and 2024-2034 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2024-2034). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.