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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 “Light Technician”

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

Related Technology & Tools

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

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