A News reader is a journalist who educates others to the issues that continuously change and shape the world, whether locally, nationally or internationally. The news anchor delivers the day’s events on a news program, and may comment or provide professional insight on complicated issues that are reported. Sources that are analyzed for commentary or reporting are gleaned from many different media sources, including print and internet agencies. A News anchor is a journalist who educates others to the issues that continuously change and shape the world, whether locally, nationally or internationally. The news anchor delivers the day’s events on a news program, and may comment or provide professional insight on complicated issues that are reported. Sources that are analyzed for commentary or reporting are gleaned from many different media sources, including print and internet agencies. Newsreaders or presenters usually work for news on television channels but can also work for the radio or internet.

Newscasters on the other hand usually specialize in a particular type of news such as sports or weather. Additionally, newsreaders must not only be able to read, but also write. They should be able to write and prepare news stories from their own research and be familiar with the nitty-gritty of situations in order to deliver the news with confidence. Newsreaders may also be asked to add commentary to their readings and sometimes act as reporters or journalists. A News anchor may be responsible for writing his or her own news copy, operating the control board, and conducting investigative journalism. Larger stations have separate newscasters for each section of the news, and personnel are made available to assist in researching and writing news stories.

The job may also require on-air interviewing, conducting panel discussions, debates & other talk shows. Being knowledgeable and well-read is key to being successful in this career.

Work Environment

• The workload for a news anchor can be demanding. The day may begin very early, depending on the shift assigned. Once at work, the anchor will begin by reviewing the events of the last 24 hours, and then decide what and what not to cover. A large portion of the workday is devoted to reading news articles and searching out items of interest to the viewing or listening audience. News anchors most often work from a television studio or radio studio, but may also present the news from remote locations in the field related to a particular major news event.