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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 Technician”

Meet with directors and senior members of camera crews to discuss assignments and determine filming sequences, camera movements, and picture composition.
Obtain, set up, and load videotapes for scheduled productions or broadcasts.
Compress, digitize, duplicate, and store audio and video data.
Produce rough and finished graphics and graphic designs.
Design layouts of audio and video equipment and perform upgrades and maintenance.
Organize and maintain compliance, license, and warranty information related to audio and video facilities.
Plan and develop pre-production ideas into outlines, scripts, story boards, and graphics, using own ideas or specifications of assignments.
Analyze and maintain data logs for audio-visual activities.
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.
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.
Obtain and preview musical performance programs prior to events to become familiar with the order and approximate times of pieces.
Construct and position properties, sets, lighting equipment, and other equipment.
Diagnose and resolve media system problems.
Monitor incoming and outgoing pictures and sound feeds to ensure quality and notify directors of any possible problems.
Perform minor repairs and routine cleaning of audio and video equipment.
Locate and secure settings, properties, effects, and other production necessities.
Inform users of audio and videotaping service policies and procedures.
Mix and regulate sound inputs and feeds or coordinate audio feeds with television pictures.
Notify supervisors when major equipment repairs are needed.
Maintain inventories of audio and videotapes and related supplies.
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.
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.
Perform narration of productions or present announcements.
Determine formats, approaches, content, levels, and mediums to effectively meet objectives within budgetary constraints, using research, knowledge, and training.
Record and edit audio material, such as movie soundtracks, using audio recording and editing equipment.

Related Technology & Tools

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

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