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What’s it like being a radio host?

Posted On: Thursday, June 12, 2014
By: Athlete

radio host Scott Jackson

I used to think that being a radio host was an easy job I thought that talking into microphones and discussing popular topics was very simple, Until today. After speaking with sports radio host Scott Jackson from espn980, I understand that any career in radio is not hard at all. Today, I asked Scott a few questions about being a sports radio host and here’s what he said.

“What made you pursue a career in radio?

Scott : “I’ve always wanted to do sports and one day I turned to a tv show and a guy suggested I do radio, then I started an internship and everything went from there”

Did you need a degree to become

a radio host.

Scott : ” yes, communications”

What’s it like being a radio host

Scott : “it’s a lot of fun, not easy at all but very enjoyable, it beats a desk job, it has given me a lot of opportunities”

What are some challenges you’ve had to face in the industry?

Scott : “It’s freelancing, very competitive considering the industry is younger than ever now, having to stay relevant, always looking to find work”

Advice for anyone who wants to pursue a career in radio

Scott : “Be involved and do everything whether its production to promotion, do a lot of different stuff, keep up with the media as well”.

 

 

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