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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 “Producer”

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

Related Technology & Tools

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

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