What Is Needed to Become a Radio Personality?

It is perceived that Radio Jockeys (Disc Jockeys) have a dream job where they get paid to talk, and that’s about it; they come on-air for couple of hours have loads of fun, interact with the listeners and as a bonus they end up becoming a celebrity too, so the fun never stops. Although I will agree to this that we do what we love to do, but being a RJ or DJ whatever you prefer to call it, is a very serious business.

And not everybody who can continuously chatter can be a RJ/DJ, as people normally think. If you talk too much that does not qualify you as a RADIO HOST. A positive attitude with a sense of responsibility, and extrovert nature without going overboard is an apt description about the kind of personality one must possess.

Like any job being a Radio Personality requires certain skill sets & personality type. So what are these:

• A Good Radio Voice

A good radio voice is not too deep or too high, and generally free of regional inflections (accents), except in specific radio genres or local broadcasts. A radio personality should always properly enunciate words.

• A Sharp Mind

Radio personalities are renowned for their sharp wit and ability to quickly respond to subtle cues. These traits are not inherent to all individuals, and a very sharp mind is required to keep up with on-air requirements.

He/she should also keep abreast with all the latest happenings of the world and should possess a general understanding of things.

• The Ability to Control

Radio personalities must refrain from vulgarities, profanity and even seemingly subtle allusions to comply with broadcast regulations. Not only does a radio personality have to know the rules, he/she must have the self-discipline to follow them.

• Command over language & Grammar

Fluency over the language in which the radio station airs is amongst the most desired key-skills and is something which cannot be done away with.

• The Ability to Read with Emphasis

An ability to read copy while sounding natural and spontaneous is a hallmark of a successful radio personality.

• The Ability to gel with the World Around

A radio show host must have the willingness to learn from the world around. And he/she should possess humility. Arrogance only leads to ultimate failure as the listeners will sooner or later drift away.