Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
Software developer
Data analyst
Web developer
Network engineer
Database administrator
Accountant
Registered nurse
Electrician
Civil engineer
Graphic designer
presenter
ESCO occupation · 19 essential, 21 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
pronunciation techniques
develop professional network
gather information on theme of the show
rehearse role
adapt to type of media
audiovisual equipment
breathing techniques
consult information sources
follow the news
follow directions of the artistic director
vocal techniques
grammar
follow time cues
perform improvisation
meet expectations of target audience
memorise lines
read pre-drafted texts
spelling
copyright legislation
Optional & specialised skills
perform market research
select music
communicate by telephone
apply grammar and spelling rules
adopt a relaxed posture
present during live broadcasts
moderate a debate
proofread text
work with a voice coach
photography
check correctness of information
consult with production director
compose playlist
interview techniques
use audio reproduction software
practice humour
develop program ideas
press law
interview people
lighting techniques
prepare broadcasts
Other matches: news anchor · weather forecaster · zookeeper · activity leader · hair stylist
Coming next: live skill demand and trends — how often each skill
actually appears in job ads — arrive with the EURES / Cedefop integration. The skills above
are the canonical requirements for the role from the EU ESCO taxonomy.