Presenters

Presenting is essentially managing events, TV and radio shows or performances. The presenter leads the programme and is therefore the figurehead for any event. There are plenty of different types of presenting to choose from, for example conferences, dating shows or galas.

What do presenters do?

Presenters are often the people who are remembered by the audience after the show. They organise the setting, structure, welcome and introduce the guests appearing, interview them and bid them farewell. They guide the audience through the show, announce programme items and introduce speakers. One of the presenter's most important tasks is to keep the audience entertained so that they remain attentive throughout. To prepare, they talk to the organiser/producer to make sure they know exactly how an event will run.

Presenters are the star of the show

The charisma and personality of a presenter often determines the success of a show or production , so casting this role is made a priority. They must be pleasant to listen to and watch. It is important for a presenter to have experience, especially when the event is a specialist subject - ideally the presenter would already know about the topic.

What should presenters be able to do?

Presenters should be open-minded, entertaining and organised. Charm and charisma are just as important as confidence and experience. Presenters must also create a calm and structured working environment for their colleagues. In meetings, a presenter should be welcoming of everyone’s different opinions and appreciate the support. They should be able to avoid unnecessary arguments and clearly understand the structure of a production process. They should also be able to deal with typical discussion pitfalls. Finally, you should conclude your presentation with a clear conclusion, summarising your results and giving your opinion.

How can I become a presenter?

If you want to follow in the footsteps of famous presenters, you should gain experience through internships and placements with TV stations. There is no standardised training for presenting so that makes things a bit more difficult. Doing a traineeship and specific presenting courses (voice/radio training) are other good options. The path to becoming a presenter often starts with a university education. A high-calibre television presenter, for example, has usually completed a degree in journalism as a first step and then works as a trainee broadcaster for a while after university.

How much does a presenter earn?

The starting salary for permanent TV presenters is around €2,500 gross/month, although this increases over time. Freelance presenters can also earn a considerable income of between 3,500€ and 10,000€ per month.

Fancy working as a presenter?

You can register online with starboxx at any time as a professional presenter or a newcomer in this industry. We look forward to hearing from you!