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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 “Multimedia Production Assistant”

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

Related Technology & Tools

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

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