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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 “Theater Technician”

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

Related Technology & Tools

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

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