Host Presenter

Host Presenter completes the critical job tasks documented here and this page lists 24 real tasks to follow. Short directions emphasize safety checks and client-centered outcomes. Each one shows where we found it, and comes with an AI prompt you can copy and use straight away.

24evidenced tasks
24ready prompts
9tools of the trade
27-2011.00O*NET-SOC code
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What it pays

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In India, Professionals earn about ₹38,298 a month on average — around ₹4.6 lakh a year (government PLFS survey via ILOSTAT, occupation-family figure).
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The work, task by task

These are the real jobs-to-be-done, not a wish list. Each task shows where we found it, and the prompt underneath is written for that exact task.

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Perform in theatre, film, TV, or radio

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Perform the live set tonight at the Parish Theatre at 7:30pm, hit the scripted tag lines exactly, hold eye…
Perform the live set tonight at the Parish Theatre at 7:30pm, hit the scripted tag lines exactly, hold eye contact with the front row during the monologue, and flag any sound or lighting problems to stage manager Sarah before curtain.
The tools that do the workZoomESCOjob descriptionsO*NETWikipedia

Collaborate with agents to find roles

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Call agent Marco tomorrow morning, review the three casting briefs he sent, prioritise the sitcom audition…
Call agent Marco tomorrow morning, review the three casting briefs he sent, prioritise the sitcom audition and the brand host job, and ask Marco to secure a chemistry read with director Elaine by Friday.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Outlookjob descriptionsO*NETWikipedia

Research roles and characters

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Prepare research notes on Maya Alvarez for next week’s screen test: compile her backstory, key motivations,…
Prepare research notes on Maya Alvarez for next week’s screen test: compile her backstory, key motivations, 10 behavioural beats, and two contrasting accents to try in the table read on Wednesday.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Wordjob descriptionsO*NETWikipedia

Work with directors and production teams

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Meet director Tom and head of production at 10am Tuesday to run blocking for Act Two, agree camera eyelines…
Meet director Tom and head of production at 10am Tuesday to run blocking for Act Two, agree camera eyelines and two cut points, and note any prop or costume changes that require overtime approval.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Outlookjob descriptionsO*NETWikipedia

Attend auditions and callbacks

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Attend the callback on Saturday at 2pm, bring the updated short sides, perform the requested improv cold…
Attend the callback on Saturday at 2pm, bring the updated short sides, perform the requested improv cold read, and ask casting assistant Jenna for immediate feedback on choice and tempo afterwards.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Wordjob descriptionsO*NET

Portray a character in a production

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Portray Detective Ruiz in the rehearsal room Tuesday through Thursday, embody his physical posture and vocal…
Portray Detective Ruiz in the rehearsal room Tuesday through Thursday, embody his physical posture and vocal cadence, run the interrogation scene with partner Sam and accept director notes without argument.
The tools that do the workApple Final Cut Projob descriptionsWikipedia
The daily work18

Present the character or story according to the script

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Present the character in the script as written: introduce her name and motive, deliver each beat with the…
Present the character in the script as written: introduce her name and motive, deliver each beat with the beatsheet timings, hit the angry monologue at 2:10, soften into vulnerability at 3:45, and end on the ironic laugh while staying within the three-minute live slot and following the director's notes.
The tools that do the workZoomESCO

Play a role even when playing themselves

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Play the role I've been cast for in Saturday's variety slot, commit to the character's backstory and…
Play the role I've been cast for in Saturday's variety slot, commit to the character's backstory and motivations from the final script, hit the emotional beats exactly when the director cues me, and keep reactions honest under live audience pressure.
The tools that do the workZoomESCOWikipedia

Use voice (speech and singing)

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Deliver the scripted lines and sing the bridge in the opener with the prescribed timbre and phrasing, warm up…
Deliver the scripted lines and sing the bridge in the opener with the prescribed timbre and phrasing, warm up to the vocal plan in the green room, and run the key musical cues with the sound tech so I never miss an entrance.
The tools that do the workZoomESCOWikipedia

Introduce performances and performers to stimulate excitement and coordinate smooth transition of acts during events.

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Introduce each act tonight with a two-line hook that names the performer, teases their act, and hands timing…
Introduce each act tonight with a two-line hook that names the performer, teases their act, and hands timing to stage manager so lights and mics change smoothly, keeping energy high between acts and trimming if the show runs late.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft PowerPointO*NET

Construct puppets and ventriloquist dummies, and sew accessory clothing, using hand tools and machines.

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Build two hand puppets and one ventriloquist dummy this week, stitch their wardrobes to match the character…
Build two hand puppets and one ventriloquist dummy this week, stitch their wardrobes to match the character sheets, and test control and mouth mechanics until lip-sync works cleanly for the Tuesday children's matinee.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft WordO*NET

Perform original and stock tricks of illusion to entertain and mystify audiences, occasionally including audience members as participants.

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Prepare a five-minute illusion set that blends two classic misdirection tricks with one original reveal,…
Prepare a five-minute illusion set that blends two classic misdirection tricks with one original reveal, rehearse audience interactions so volunteers never feel exposed, and run full props and timing with the stage crew before curtain.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft OfficeO*NET

Memorize and rehearse lines

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Learn the three-page script for Saturday’s live segment, mark beats and emotion notes, rehearse out loud for…
Learn the three-page script for Saturday’s live segment, mark beats and emotion notes, rehearse out loud for forty minutes twice today with the director’s notes, then record one clean run for review before 6pm.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Wordjob descriptions

Perform physical feats or dance if required

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Run the choreography from the stage call sheet for the show, warm up for twenty minutes, practice the…
Run the choreography from the stage call sheet for the show, warm up for twenty minutes, practice the required stunt sequence slowly five times with the movement coach, then perform three full-speed runs for timing and breath control.
The tools that do the workZoomjob descriptions

Attend fittings for costumes

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Attend the costume fitting at 10am with the dresser and designer, try on the three looks, confirm mobility…
Attend the costume fitting at 10am with the dresser and designer, try on the three looks, confirm mobility for the quick-change, note any alterations needed and sign off on the final measurements before leaving.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Outlookjob descriptions

Support voice-over or extra work

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Stand by to record the four short voice cues for the promo, follow the director’s tone notes, deliver three…
Stand by to record the four short voice cues for the promo, follow the director’s tone notes, deliver three takes each with varied pacing, label the best take and upload it to the post team by 4pm.
The tools that do the workApple Final Cut Projob descriptions

Participate in industry networking and drama societies

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Block two hours this Thursday to attend the industry mixers and the drama society reading, introduce yourself…
Block two hours this Thursday to attend the industry mixers and the drama society reading, introduce yourself to three producers or directors, exchange cards, and follow up with a personalised message within 48 hours.
The tools that do the workFacebookInstagramjob descriptions

Maintain physical and mental stamina

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Follow the coach’s seven-day stamina plan: daily cardio and core work, vocal warmups each morning, eight…
Follow the coach’s seven-day stamina plan: daily cardio and core work, vocal warmups each morning, eight hours sleep target, log energy and rest notes every night, and report any issues at the weekly health check.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Exceljob descriptions

Develop resilience to rejection

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Build a resilience plan for handling rejection after auditions: list three concrete post-rejection rituals I…
Build a resilience plan for handling rejection after auditions: list three concrete post-rejection rituals I will do within 48 hours, two short reflection questions to journal, and one small weekly habit to reframe failure into progress.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Wordjob descriptions

Stay updated on industry trends and new talent

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Create a weekly scouting routine to track industry trends and new talent: three reliable sources I will check…
Create a weekly scouting routine to track industry trends and new talent: three reliable sources I will check every Monday, a short template to capture names and noteworthy traits, and one time block on Fridays to reach out to promising newcomers.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Exceljob descriptions

Perform 'in the flesh' in theatre or media

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Prepare a performance checklist for in-person theatre and on-camera gigs: arrive and warm up timeline, two…
Prepare a performance checklist for in-person theatre and on-camera gigs: arrive and warm up timeline, two tech and costume checks to run, and a recovery plan for if a line or cue is missed mid-show.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft WordWikipedia

Answer or respond as a character

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Draft a quick-response guide to stay in character when answering as someone else: five voice and posture cues…
Draft a quick-response guide to stay in character when answering as someone else: five voice and posture cues to adopt, three fallback phrases to keep the persona alive, and rules for when to break character during interviews.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft WordWikipedia

Engage in experimental performance art

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Design an outline for an experimental performance piece: a clear one-paragraph concept, three interactive…
Design an outline for an experimental performance piece: a clear one-paragraph concept, three interactive moments for the audience, and two safety or consent checkpoints to include during the run.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft WordWikipedia

Maintain character consistency throughout a performance

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Write a character-consistency rubric to use during rehearsals: five observable behavior anchors to hit each…
Write a character-consistency rubric to use during rehearsals: five observable behavior anchors to hit each scene, a three-point scale to rate consistency, and steps for reconciling director notes with the established traits.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelWikipedia

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