Group
Occupation
231932 Media Presenter
Latest release
OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0
Released
6/12/2024
231932 Media Presenter
Prepares and presents commentary on news, sports, entertainment or other information. Conducts interviews, introduces or hosts music, performances and special events on radio, online or television.
Content Creators (Social Media) are excluded from this occupation. Content Creators (Social Media) are included in Occupation 231133 Content Creator (Social Media).
Specialisations
- Podcaster
- Radio Presenter
- Sports Commentator
- Television Presenter
Skill level: 1
High levels of creative talent, interest and personal commitment may substitute for formal qualifications or years of experience.
Main tasks
- Presents news, current affairs, sports and weather, and provides commentary for sports and other events on radio, online or television
- Hosts shows or programs, interviews guests and engages with an audience through discussion and interactive segments
- Discusses and presents opinions on topics such as sports, politics, social and economic matters
- Introduces music, performances and special events, and conducts interviews with guests
- May create audio content in the form of episodes or series, covering either factual or fictional, narrative content
- May commentate sporting matches or events for the benefit of viewers
- May operate audio or radio equipment by managing play lists, advertisements and other content