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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 “Video Control Operator”

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

Related Technology & Tools

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

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