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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 Systems Specialist”

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

Related Technology & Tools

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

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