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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 “Event Specialist”

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

Related Technology & Tools

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

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