They select which websites, electronic bulletin boards, search engines, and keywords to use to achieve appropriate results. They clip the text and data that are pertinent to the inquiry.
Some technicians also analyze the information and write abstracts, summaries, or reports.
These technicians may specialize in a particular subject matter or respond to all types of inquiries. Gathers information and develops subject perspective through research, interview, observation, and experience. Analyzes and interprets information to formulate and outline story ideas. Records commentary or presents commentary or news live when working in broadcast medium. Edits material for available time or space.