How can someone become a talk show host?!


Question: do i need a specific college degree or something? being a talk show host is what i want to be when i grow up


Answers: do i need a specific college degree or something? being a talk show host is what i want to be when i grow up

Step One Get a college degree in journalism and/or communications with coursework in public speaking and drama. See 149 Decide Which College Is Right for You.
Step Two Attend a private broadcasting school. Before you enroll, ask a variety of broadcasting professionals about the school's reputation. Or apprentice in a training program at a radio or TV station.
Step Three Work at a campus radio or TV station, or intern at a commercial station to gain experience and develop contacts. See 161 Set Up an Internship.
Step Four Produce a demo tape to distribute to program directors. Film or record a live performance to showcase your on-air experience and ability to interact confidently with guests.
Step Five Start out in radio--you have a better chance of getting on the air than you do in TV. Even there, your first job probably will be operating equipment or working as an production assistant, not hosting a show. You'll work behind the scenes--taping interviews, meeting guests' needs and running out for coffee.
Step Six Expect to begin as an assistant, a researcher or a camera operator if you start out in TV. With luck, you'll move up to an on-air position. Start in a small market to gain experience. You'll do everything from production to fund-raising--and hopefully some broadcasting work.
Step Seven Get some years of experience under your belt and move to a bigger market, where you'll earn more prestige and more money. Your goal may be to work at a radio or TV station in a thriving metropolitan area, but you need a proven track record first.
Step Eight Get on the air first as a guest if you're a specialist in a field such as psychology and want to become a talk-show host. People will fall in love with your wit and wisdom, and you'll go from there. At least, that's how it worked for Dr. Phil and Dr. Ruth.
Step Nine Cultivate mental and verbal flexibility and the ability to ad-lib. You never know who's going to say what on a talk show, and you have to be ready with the right response.

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  • Most don't start out with their own show. You need a communications/speech degree (very helpful). Then try to get your foot in the door. You might be a Page for one of the Networks and/or try your hand at writing. You'll probably need to work your way up. Be as active as you can in college - extra curricular activities. Most universities have a Tv station - might try to get a job there.
    Good luck.....and I'll be watching for you.



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