Navy
COMMUNICATIONS
NEC

NEC

A09A

Broadcaster

A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.

Description

Works in broadcast delivery; principles and procedures of military broadcasting; collection, evaluation and preparation of military information for use on radio and television; techniques of radio and television production and interviews. Have the ability to refine broadcast writing skills, effectively communicate ideas and information vocally and aurally using natural sound. Use sound effects and the laws and policies governing the use of copyrighted materials in spot production. Uses studio video cameras, hand-held video cameras and a variety of editing systems, audio studios and lighting equipment. Skilled in the principles of framing and composition, camera placement, audio and video editing, visualization and storytelling. Works independently or supervises groups of 3 to 15 broadcasters/videographers depending on production.

Core Skills

  • broadcast writing
  • on camera presentation
  • radio production
  • television production
  • camera operation
  • audio recording
  • video editing
  • lighting setup
  • interview production
  • copyright compliance

Common Certifications

  • Adobe Certified Professional in Premiere Pro
  • Adobe Certified Professional in After Effects
  • Dante Certification
  • Avid Certified User
  • Certified Broadcast Technologist
  • Google Analytics Certification
  • HubSpot Content Marketing Certification

Civilian Career Paths

  • PUBLIC AFFAIRS
  • MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • Adobe Certified Professional in Premiere Pro
  • Avid Certified User
  • Dante Level 1 Certification
  • Community college broadcast production course

Career Growth

  • Certified Broadcast Technologist
  • Adobe Certified Professional in After Effects
  • Dante Level 3 Certification
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)

Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.