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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 “Classroom Technology Technician”

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

Related Technology & Tools

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

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