Presenter facts for kids

A presenter is a person who guides or introduces an event, especially on television. You might also hear them called a host or hostess. They are like the friendly face who helps you understand what's happening.

A similar term is a master of ceremonies (MC). On television, a presenter introduces other speakers and different parts of a show. Their job is a bit like a narrator, who might talk over videos or play a main role in a TV show. However, a presenter doesn't always need to be an expert on the show's topic. A narrator or commentator, though, is often an expert.

Television Presenters: Guiding Your Favorite Shows

A television presenter is someone who introduces or hosts TV shows. Sometimes, famous people who are already minor celebrities become presenters. But many people also have presenting as their main job. This is very common for children's TV shows. A famous example is Mister Rogers, who hosted Mister Rogers' Neighborhood.

Different Kinds of TV Presenters

Some presenters are also actors, models, singers, or comedians. They use their talents to make shows interesting. Other presenters are experts in certain fields. For example, a scientist might host a show about science.

Carl Sagan, a famous astronomer, hosted Cosmos: A Personal Voyage. This TV series helped people understand the universe. Another example is Michael Palin, a British comedian. He now presents travel shows like Around the World in 80 Days. Alan Alda, an actor, also hosted Scientific American Frontiers, a science show.

Where Presenters Are Called What

The word "presenter" is used in many countries, like Ireland. In the United States, people often use the terms "host" or "MC" (Master of Ceremonies) instead.

News Presenters: Keeping You Informed

A news presenter is also called an anchor or newscaster. This person presents the news during a news program. News programs can be on television, radio, or the Internet.

A news anchor helps put the whole program together. This can include writing, choosing, and reading stories on the air. An anchor's job often involves more improvising than reading from a script. This is especially true during breaking news when events are happening very quickly. They need to coordinate with other reporters, conduct interviews, and manage things behind the scenes as they happen. They also deal with technical problems and keep the broadcast running smoothly.

Other Types of Presenters

Presenters work in many different areas beyond just TV news.

• Radio Presenter: A radio presenter, sometimes called a radio personality, is like a TV presenter. The main difference is that they host radio programs instead of television shows.
• Sports Presenter: A sports presenter introduces a sports program. This is different from a sports commentator, who is an expert with detailed knowledge of the sport. The commentator explains the game as it happens.
• Weather Presenter: A weather presenter is a type of journalist on television who presents weather forecasts. They don't create the weather report themselves. Instead, they present the information that meteorologists and other experts have prepared.