ISCO Occupation Group 2656.2 News Anchor
From Open Risk Manual
Definition
News Anchor: News anchors present news stories on radio and television. They introduce pre-recorded news items and items covered by live reporters. News anchors are often trained journalists.
Essential Skills
- Grammar
- Pronunciation Techniques
- Vocal Techniques
- Memorise Lines
- Spelling
- Interview People
- Read Pre-Drafted Texts
- Consult Information Sources
- Adapt To Changing Situations
- Interview Techniques
- Follow The News
- Work Closely With News Teams
- Develop Professional Network
- Present During Live Broadcasts
- Editorial Standards
- Audiovisual Equipment
- Breathing Techniques
Optional Skills
- Work With A Voice Coach
- Check Stories
- Apply Grammar And Spelling Rules
- Moderate A Debate
- Set Up Sound Equipment
- Proofread Text
- Write To A Deadline
- Press Law
- Participate In Editorial Meetings
- Perform Improvisation
- Operate Audio Equipment
- Adopt A Relaxed Posture
- Photography
- Rewrite Articles
- Perform Video Editing
- News Analytics
- Check Correctness Of Information
- Edit Digital Moving Images
- Show Diplomacy
- Lighting Techniques
Alternative Names
- Anchorman
- Anchorwoman
- Broadcast News Analyst
- Tv News Presenter
- Chief Anchor
- News Presenter
- News Broadcaster
- Business News Anchor
- Anchor
- Tv News Anchor
- Newsreader
- Lead Anchor
- Newscaster
- Radio News Presenter
- Television News Anchor