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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 “Equipment Technician”

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

Related Technology & Tools

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

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