Radio Presenter

Radio Presenters are the voice of the radio. They work on a variety of platforms including national, regional, satellite and cable television, online or radio. Their role is always to entertain and inform their audiences by presenting information.Radio presenter will often introduce, host (or co-host) a programme, creating links between items like sports, weather and general news, introducing and interviewing guests and interacting with the audience.

The typical work activites that they do are:

• Researching for infomation and background to be featured on their programme.
• Planning shows.
• Writing and memorising scripts.

During the broadcast they may be involved in:

• introducing and hosting shows.
• interviewing guests in the studio, by telephone or on location.
• Playing music.
• Reviewing music.
• Keeping the programme running to schedule
• keeping in contact with the director and production team in the studio gallery, through an ear-piece link.

this area of work is open to all graduates and diplomates, the following degree, HND or foundation degree subjects may improve your chances:

• Drama/performing arts
• journalism
• Media
• Multimedia
• Music Technology

Radio presenting doesnt nessesary need a degree but it would be useful especially if you have an unnessesary first degree.

But candidates must show evidence of the following:

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Performing skills. 
• Clear voice.
• personable and interesting appearance.
• good research and interviewing skills.
• confidence and the ability to sell yourself.
• Awarness of Media law.
• the ability to take the initiative and make quick decisions under pressure.
• Team working skills.
• creativity and problem-solving skills.

Salaries of being a radio presenter vary enormously, depending on the presenter, if they work full time or they work freelance. Starting salaries can be as a low as £14,000, rising to £100,000+ with significant experience.