Radio Announcer

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Name
Captain Turntable (Corey Layton)
Age
21 yrs
Job Title
Radio Announcer
Job Description
On-air weeknights from 10pm - 1am presenting the Captain Turntable Show on Melbourne radio station 101.1 TTFM. I also assist in the music library and with production.
Hours (per week)
40 hrs
What was your first job?
Oh no, it was working at Fosseys as a, get this, a store assistant, ha!
What inspired you to choose this particular career?
The media seems and is an exciting workplace, things are always different and you get to meet so many people. Another part of the job I love is the fact that so many people get to hear your work!
What qualifications are needed to work in this field?
Not many if I can get in!
What are the best aspects about your job?
The best aspects are meeting people, the free CD's and the flexible work hours.
What are the worst aspects?
It is very hard to take a day off!
How many years' experience do you have in this field?
I have seven years experience.
Are there many employment opportunities?
Radio is definitely a hard industry to crack into, but once you are there, it is not too bad.
Other related careers
The Television/Film Industry.