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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 “Master Control Engineer”

Locate and secure settings, properties, effects, and other production necessities.
Install, adjust, and operate electronic equipment to record, edit, and transmit radio and television programs, motion pictures, video conferencing, or multimedia presentations.
Monitor incoming and outgoing pictures and sound feeds to ensure quality and notify directors of any possible problems.
Plan and develop pre-production ideas into outlines, scripts, story boards, and graphics, using own ideas or specifications of assignments.
Diagnose and resolve media system problems.
Produce rough and finished graphics and graphic designs.
Meet with directors and senior members of camera crews to discuss assignments and determine filming sequences, camera movements, and picture composition.
Reserve audio-visual equipment and facilities, such as meeting rooms.
Notify supervisors when major equipment repairs are needed.
Perform narration of productions or present announcements.
Direct and coordinate activities of assistants and other personnel during production.
Analyze and maintain data logs for audio-visual activities.
Compress, digitize, duplicate, and store audio and video data.
Inform users of audio and videotaping service policies and procedures.
Switch sources of video input from one camera or studio to another, from film to live programming, or from network to local programming.
Perform minor repairs and routine cleaning of audio and video equipment.
Obtain and preview musical performance programs prior to events to become familiar with the order and approximate times of pieces.
Develop manuals, texts, workbooks, or related materials for use in conjunction with production materials or for training.
Construct and position properties, sets, lighting equipment, and other equipment.
Mix and regulate sound inputs and feeds or coordinate audio feeds with television pictures.
Conduct training sessions on selection, use, and design of audio-visual materials and on operation of presentation equipment.
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.
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.
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.
Maintain inventories of audio and videotapes and related supplies.
Control the lights and sound of events, such as live concerts, before and after performances, and during intermissions.

Related Technology & Tools

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

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