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Announcers and Other Performers

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What You Need | Educational Programs | Useful Experience | Useful High School Subjects
 

What You Need


In general, you need a high school diploma.

You usually have to demonstrate your talent and ability at auditions.

To be an announcer or other broadcaster, you usually need a college radio or television arts diploma and may require training/experience. Announcers need specialized voice training.

To be a circus performer or acrobat, you may need to study at a circus school.

To be a model, you usually need modelling courses.

Many performers acquire their training under the guidance of another performer.

You may need to be a member of a related guild or union.

Most recent entrants have a community college diploma.

Tip


Required/Related Educational Programs*


Mass Communications (C410)- C410

Mechanical Engineering Technologies - Other (T315)- T315

Mass Communications (U410)- U410

* These educational programs are listed in the order in which they are most likely to supply graduates to this occupation.


Useful Experience/Skills


Current affairs knowledge

Presenting

Entertainment


Useful High School Subjects


English

French

Drama