Job Description:

• 1) Writes critical reviews of literary, musical, or artistic works and performances for broadcast and publication: Attends art exhibitions, musical or dramatic performances, reads books, or previews motion picture or television presentations.

• 2) Analyzes factors such as theme, expression, and technique, and makes comparisons to other works and standards.

• 3) Forms critical opinions based on personal knowledge, judgment, and experience.

• 4) Organizes material to emphasize prominent features, and writes review.

• 5) Presents oral review in live or recorded form when working in broadcasting medium.

• 6) May enter information into computer to prepare reviews.

• 7) May be designated according to field of specialization as Art Critic; Book Critic; Drama Critic; Movie Critic; Music Critic.