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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 Visual Specialist”

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

Related Technology & Tools

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

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