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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 “Instructional Media Services Technician”

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

Related Technology & Tools

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

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