News anchors examine, interpret, and present news stories from various sources to the public through television and radio broadcasts. They work long hours, including late nights and early mornings, to meet deadlines. While most news anchor positions require a bachelor's degree in journalism or communications, practical experience through internships and part-time jobs is also vital. The outlook for news anchor jobs is predicted to decrease in the coming years.

1. News Anchor: More than Just a Reporter! Arienne A. Guiv 2/20/11 Block B

2. Description News Anchor/Newscaster/News Analysts examine, interpret and present news from the various news agencies, local sources, and their own research and information gathering. These news stories can be from local, state, national or international events. News Anchors’ main function is presentation of the news to the public in person through television and radio broadcasts, including different points of view and interpretations of the reported events.

4. Being out in the public gathering the news and information

5. Long hours on the job including late nights and early mornings to meet story deadlines

8. Experience in school newspapers or broadcasting stations

9. Internship with news organizations

11. The most important skills to learn are writing and communication

12. Courses in radio and television news and production

13. High school courses in English, journalism, and social studies are a good foundation for college programs

16. Radio producer

17. Newspaper editor

18. Writer

19. Editor

20. Radio and television announcers

21. Photo editors

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