Media and Communication - People in Broadcast Media

Here you will learn some English words related to the people in broadcast media such as "anchor", "floor manager", and "host".

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broadcaster

[noun]

a person whose job is to talk on radio or TV programs or to present them

Ex: The broadcaster’s voice is familiar to many listeners in the area .

announcer

[noun]

a radio or TV presenter who is in charge of giving information about different programs

Ex: He started his career as an announcer before moving into television reporting .

anchor

[noun]

someone who introduces news on a live TV or radio program by other broadcasters

Ex: After decades in the industry , he retired as one of the most respected anchors in broadcast journalism .

camera operator

[noun]

someone who is in charge of operating the camera in producing a TV program or a motion picture

Ex: After a few years of practice , she became one of the best camera operators on the set .

disk jockey

[noun]

a radio presenter that announces and plays recorded music

Ex: The disk jockey announced the upcoming tracks and interacted with listeners during the live broadcast .

floor manager

[noun]

a person who is in charge of managing the stage in a TV production

Ex: In the studio , the floor manager made sure all the microphones were working before the program went live .

guest

[noun]

a person, particularly of a well-known status, who has been asked to temporarily take part in a program, like a television show, concert, etc.

Ex: The band 's guest singer performed a stunning solo during the concert .

host

[noun]

the person in front of a camera who talks about different topics or invites guests to a TV or radio show

Ex: The host's engaging personality kept the audience tuned in for the entire hour .

newscaster

[noun]

a presenter who reads the news during a TV or radio program

Ex: The newscaster reported on local events with empathy and insight .

producer

[noun]

a person who deals with supervisory tasks or financial affairs in making a motion picture, play, etc.

Ex: The producer handled all the logistical details of the theater production .

frontman

[noun]

a male TV presenter whose job involves telling the audience what is happening in different sections of a TV program

narrator

[noun]

a person who provides a spoken commentary for a TV show, movie, etc. whom the audience cannot see

sponsor

[noun]

a person or organization that finances a television, radio, or online program for advertising purposes

Ex: The sponsor used the program to promote its new product line .

voice actor

[noun]

a performer who provides voices for animated films, TV shows, video games, commercials, audiobooks, and other media where speaking voices are needed

shock jock

[noun]

a radio presenter who is known for expressing provocative or offensive opinions

Ex: The shock jock's comments about politics sparked a lot of controversy on social media .

meteorologist

[noun]

a scientist who studies and predicts weather conditions by analyzing atmospheric patterns, utilizing tools such as weather models, instruments, and data to provide forecasts and weather-related information

Ex: She became a meteorologist because she loves studying the weather .

viewer

[noun]

an individual who watches content, such as videos, TV programs, or live streams, through traditional broadcasting channels or digital platforms

Ex: The channel analyzed viewer ratings to decide on future programming.

listener

[noun]

someone who listens to a radio program, often in a regular manner

Ex: Streaming platforms track listener data to provide personalized recommendations based on individual preferences and listening habits .

panelist

[noun]

a person who takes part in a discussion or debate on a TV or radio show, offering their opinions or expertise

Ex: As a panelist, he was asked to comment on the latest technology trends .

streamer

[noun]

an individual who broadcasts or live streams content, such as video games, creative artwork, or other activities, over the internet through platforms like Twitch, YouTube, or similar platforms

Media and Communication
Forms of Media	Social Media	Social Media Interactions	People in Social Media
Online Media	Online Media Interactions	Streaming Media	Broadcasting
TV and Radio Programs	TV and Radio	Broadcasting and Display Devices	People in Broadcast Media
Types of Journalism	Journalism	Broadcasting and Journalism Actions	Forms of Print Media
Newspaper and Magazine	People in News Media	Advertising	Out-of-Home Advertising

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