You must have heard the invisible voices in all kinds of events, from broadcasts of sports to conferences, to award shows and concerts – the voices of Live Announcers. Being behind the microphone, they often remain unnoticed. However, in most cases, they are the people who influence the audience or spectators the most. The presence of an announcer with exceptional qualities can make the experience of an event more diverse and joyful.
Today, in this blog post, we will unveil the qualities that every exceptional live announcer should possess. Such qualities can be discussed under the following heads:
1. A Voice to Remember
2. Expert Timing and Rhythm
3. Charismatic Personality
4. Professionalism
5. Calm Under Pressure
6. Adaptability
7. Extensive Knowledge
8. Audience Engagement
9. Respect for The Event
10. Passion for The Craft
We shall now see what these qualities mean and include an extraordinary live announcer.
We often discover the emotion and excitement of a program through the voice of the live announcer, which should grab the attention and hold it. It is more than mere pitch and tone; it is about finding the right words and expressions for the audience and viewers in question. An exceptional live announcer should know how to tune up or tune down his voice, keeping in mind the nature of the event and the spectators. Such a voice is the result of years of practice, dedication, and experience.
To be an exceptional live announcer, you must be able to seize a fleeting moment and make the best out of it by engaging the audience. You must know when the timing is right, whether in introducing and inviting a new rock band to take the stage or calling the soccer players after the game. You must also know when to give a break when to take a pause and find the sweet moment to deliver the punchline.
Why do we hire a Dance Jockey when we can play the music by ourselves? Because such professionals are more than just a voice, they are a presence, and so are the live announcers. An exceptional live announcer must have an enchanting and charismatic personality that commands people’s attention and draws them in. He or she should be able to assess the event, understand the concerned audience, and act out in such a manner that gives the audience the feeling that they are part of something big and special.
Like all other livelihoods, here also, professionalism is a must. A live announcer must be cautious and arrive on time to ensure well-preparedness. He or she should maintain some decorum and manners that befit the event they are covering. No matter the pressure the organizer and the audience put them through, they should never deviate from the ethics and etiquette of the profession they proudly represent.
Live events are often uncertain and so are the conduct of the audience. It is not uncommon in sports and concerts for unexpected casualties to happen. In such a turn of events, the live announcer must keep his cool, assess and reassess the situation, and should try to handle the audience as the state of affairs requires. In Fact, the unpredictability of the circumstance best tests the qualities of an exceptional live announcer.
A live announcer usually covers a variety of events with different organizers with different prospective spectators and audiences. Like doctors, a pronouncer can’t apply the same treatment for every occasion. Pronouncers have to be adaptive to the specific event they are covering, taking into consideration contrasting factors ranging from geographical location to age of the audience, which might seem important in that particular occasion. They should possess the quality to overcome uncomfortable situations through charisma and humour.
Of course, a live announcer can’t be a jack of all trades. He/she should find his/her passion, gather relevant knowledge, and keep himself/herself updated about the new occurrences applicable to the area. There exist ample opportunities to choose from for a live announcer. One can choose to cover musical concerts, live sports events, important political gatherings, or other forms of entertaining events. What prerequisite is that one should have adequate and extensive knowledge of the matter he/she deals with.
An event is nothing without its expected audience. Live announcers play the most important role in keeping the audience in an event. A good live announcer must know where to tickle to expose the reactions of the audience. Getting reactions from spectators is another important skill that requires practice and passion. The announcer who excites the audience most, gets the job done most well. And such an announcer never suffers from unemployment.
Although live announcers hold the nerve of the crowd, they are not usually the main face of the event. The announcers should remember that they are not the star of the show, and they should know when to step back from the spotlight and let the performers shine. Satisfaction among organizers is as equally important as that of the audience.
Who has flourished in a craft without having passion and enthusiasm for it? The art of live announcements is no exception. The emotion of an event depends upon the liveliness of the live announcer. The audience laughs with him, cries, and cheers with him and to spark such emotions, the announcers need to be equally, if not more, passionate about the happening in question. They must love what they do, and their job is to spread liking among the crowds, too.
Being a live announcer is no easy profession. Live announcers are the unsung heroes who make our experience of an event unforgettable. They deserve justice and praise owed to them and at the same time, they should proudly acknowledge the influence they make on the audience and should sharpen the qualities they should possess for being exceptional, extraordinary live announcers.
