Radio broadcast assistant | Average UK Salary & Outlook

Radio broadcast assistants help make sure that live and recorded radio programmes run smoothly.

Typical task
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Operate control consoles.
Record commercials for later broadcast.
Announce musical selections, station breaks, commercials, or public service information, and accept requests from listening audience.
Study background information to prepare for programs or interviews.
Read news flashes to inform audiences of important events.

Operate control consoles.
Record commercials for later broadcast.
Announce musical selections, station breaks, commercials, or public service information, and accept requests from listening audience.
Study background information to prepare for programs or interviews.
Read news flashes to inform audiences of important events.
Identify stations, and introduce or close shows, ad-libbing or using memorized or read scripts.
Prepare and deliver news, sports, or weather reports, gathering and rewriting material so that it will convey required information and fit specific time slots.
Select program content, in conjunction with producers and assistants, based on factors such as program specialties, audience tastes, or requests from the public.
Comment on music and other matters, such as weather or traffic conditions.
Develop story lines for broadcasts.
Discuss various topics over the telephone with viewers or listeners.
Interview show guests about their lives, their work, or topics of current interest.
Provide commentary and conduct interviews during sporting events, parades, conventions, or other events.
Make promotional appearances at public or private events to represent their employers.
Host civic, charitable, or promotional events that are broadcast over television or radio.
Attend press conferences to gather information for broadcast.
Write and edit video and scripts for broadcasts.
Maintain organization of the music library.
Locate guests to appear on talk or interview shows.
Keep daily program logs to provide information on all elements aired during broadcast, such as musical selections and station promotions.
Give network cues permitting selected stations to receive programs.
Coordinate games, contests, or other on-air competitions, performing such duties as asking questions and awarding prizes.
Moderate panels or discussion shows on topics such as current affairs, art, or education.
Describe or demonstrate products that viewers may purchase through specific shows or in stores.

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Radio broadcast assistants typically work around 39 to 41 hours per week.

As a Radio broadcast assistant you will typically work evenings / weekends / bank holidays.

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* from ONETonline

Average salary
37,585 GBP *
per year

* data taken from the Office of National Statistics (ons.gov.uk)

Average salary for Radio broadcast assistant

Big gender gap

41,279 GBP
31,048 GBP

Average salary for part-time Radio broadcast assistant

Average salary for full-time Radio broadcast assistant

Showing:

13,081 GBP
11,320 GBP

37,585 GBP
31,048 GBP
41,279 GBP

Salary over time for Radio broadcast assistant

Salary for this role has increased over time

35,611 GBP
33,492 GBP
33,900 GBP
34,433 GBP
37,224 GBP
36,978 GBP
37,585 GBP
40,162 GBP
39,673 GBP

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Future outlook for Radio broadcast assistants

Balanced outlook

71 000+ jobs available

Balanced outlook

1% yearly wage growth (on average)

Which qualifications do I need?

Find out what you need to know in order to become a Radio broadcast assistant and the highest average level of education for people in this role.

In terms of people already doing this job:

55% of people in this role have a Bachelor's degree
10% of people in this role have a certificate of higher education or equivalent but no degree
10% of people in this role have a Diploma of Higher Education or equivalent

You'll need:

to be thorough and pay attention to detail
knowledge of computer operating systems, hardware and software
the ability to work well with others
broadcasting and telecommunications knowledge
the ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure
to be flexible and open to change
ambition and a desire to succeed
knowledge of media production and communication
to be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device

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Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Stress Tolerance Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations. Adaptability/Flexibility Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.

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