While broadcast news analysts typically work at television and radio stations, they may also spend significant time in the field finding and interviewing potential sources for their news stories. They also record segments on scene to be aired later.
However, as news anchors, broadcast news analysts typically spend most of their time in the newsroom of a TV or radio station. While they may occasionally travel to meet sources and shoot recorded segments, much of their work is done in front of the cameras or microphones at the station.
The life of a broadcaster can be quite busy and unconventional, as it often involves working odd hours. Some shows are aired during the night, early morning or evening hours. Working weekends is also not unusual for anchors.
During times of crisis, such as natural or human-caused disasters, broadcasters and other reporters must often work overtime to provide special coverage.