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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 “Technical Director”

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

Related Technology & Tools

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

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