Public radio and television announcers are involved with station fundraising efforts. Announcers frequently participate in community activities. Sports announcers, for example, may serve as masters of ceremonies at sports club banquets or may greet customers at openings of sporting goods stores. Although most announcers are employed in radio and television broadcasting, some are employed in the cable television or motion picture production industries. Other announcers may use a public address system to provide information to the audience at sporting and other events.
Some disc jockeys announce and play music at clubs, dances, restaurants, and weddings.
Many present early morning shows, when most people are getting ready for work or commuting, while others do late night programs. Announcers often work within tight schedule constraints, which can be physically and mentally stressful. Nearly all were staff announcers employed in radio and television broadcasting, but some were freelance announcers who sold their services for individual assignments to networks and stations, or to advertising agencies and other independent producers. Many announcing jobs are part time. Newcomers to TV broadcasting also may begin as news camera operators.