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Job Description

Set up, or set up and operate audio and video equipment including microphones, sound speakers, video screens, projectors, video monitors, recording equipment, connecting wires and cables, sound and mixing boards, and related electronic equipment for concerts, sports events, meetings and conventions, presentations, and news conferences. May also set up and operate associated spotlights and other custom lighting systems.

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 27-4011.00
The Mean Annual Wage in the U.S. is $ 47,450.00
The Mean Hourly Wage is $ 22.00
Currently, there are 69,670 people on this job

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Audio and Video Equipment Technicians”.

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Tasks for “Audio Video Technician”

Inform users of audio and videotaping service policies and procedures.
Edit videotapes by erasing and removing portions of programs and adding video or sound as required.
Organize and maintain compliance, license, and warranty information related to audio and video facilities.
Locate and secure settings, properties, effects, and other production necessities.
Plan and develop pre-production ideas into outlines, scripts, story boards, and graphics, using own ideas or specifications of assignments.
Maintain inventories of audio and videotapes and related supplies.
Switch sources of video input from one camera or studio to another, from film to live programming, or from network to local programming.
Diagnose and resolve media system problems.
Develop manuals, texts, workbooks, or related materials for use in conjunction with production materials or for training.
Reserve audio-visual equipment and facilities, such as meeting rooms.
Obtain and preview musical performance programs prior to events to become familiar with the order and approximate times of pieces.
Record and edit audio material, such as movie soundtracks, using audio recording and editing equipment.
Direct and coordinate activities of assistants and other personnel during production.
Mix and regulate sound inputs and feeds or coordinate audio feeds with television pictures.
Conduct training sessions on selection, use, and design of audio-visual materials and on operation of presentation equipment.
Install, adjust, and operate electronic equipment to record, edit, and transmit radio and television programs, motion pictures, video conferencing, or multimedia presentations.
Monitor incoming and outgoing pictures and sound feeds to ensure quality and notify directors of any possible problems.
Obtain, set up, and load videotapes for scheduled productions or broadcasts.
Design layouts of audio and video equipment and perform upgrades and maintenance.
Determine formats, approaches, content, levels, and mediums to effectively meet objectives within budgetary constraints, using research, knowledge, and training.
Produce rough and finished graphics and graphic designs.
Compress, digitize, duplicate, and store audio and video data.
Control the lights and sound of events, such as live concerts, before and after performances, and during intermissions.
Perform narration of productions or present announcements.
Notify supervisors when major equipment repairs are needed.
Analyze and maintain data logs for audio-visual activities.
Construct and position properties, sets, lighting equipment, and other equipment.
Meet with directors and senior members of camera crews to discuss assignments and determine filming sequences, camera movements, and picture composition.
Perform minor repairs and routine cleaning of audio and video equipment.

Related Technology & Tools

Digital video cameras
Overhead display projectors
Audio presentation systems
Compact disk CD burners or players
Digital camcorders
Videotape duplicating equipment
Digital audio recorders
Personal computers
Screwdrivers
Slide projectors
Interactive whiteboards
Noise meters
Laser pointers
Liquid crystal display LCD projection systems
Digital video disk DVD players
Integrated speaker systems
Assistive amplification systems
Projection screens
Motion picture projectors
Sound boards
Television monitors
Wired microphones
Digital voltmeters DVM
Step ladders
Master control switchers
Power drills
Laptop computers
Plasma televisions
Videoconferencing equipment
Claw hammers
Portable speaker systems
Microphone mixers
Digital oscilloscopes
Light boards
Loudspeaker sets
Audioconferencing systems
Cassette players
Wireless microphones
Desktop computers
Soldering irons
Audiovisual A/V mixers

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