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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 Operator”

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

Related Technology & Tools

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

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