Plan and edit technical reports and oversee preparation of illustrations, photographs, diagrams and charts. Responsible for customer relations and increasing circulation, as well as the delivery staff. Also involves considerable market research and management responsibilities. Interpret the news or offer opinions to readers, viewers or listeners. Most struggle for a toe-hold in the professions and pick up parts wherever they can.
Experience is very important.
Writes scripts for motion picture or television, selects subject and theme for script based on personal interests or assignment. Conducts research to obtain accurate factual background information and authentic detail. Announce station program information, read prepared scripts or ad-lib commentary on the air when presenting news, sports, weather, time and commercials. Do research and writing of written script. Interview guest and moderate panels and discussions.