Many news presenters are generalists who perform a combination of duties, including writing, investigating, reporting, and conducting live remotes. When not on camera, news presenters spend time talking with sources to gather the news, as well as ensuring the accuracy of reports. To be successful, a news presenter needs good communication skills, including an easily understandable on-air delivery. He also needs to appear trustworthy, as well as professional and tidy. Other important skills include good organizational abilities, the capability of meeting deadlines, and the capacity to stay up to date on recent topics and fads. A newscaster will typically work irregular and long hours, as most newscasts are either early in the morning or late in the evening.
