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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 Editor”

Switch sources of video input from one camera or studio to another, from film to live programming, or from network to local programming.
Conduct training sessions on selection, use, and design of audio-visual materials and on operation of presentation equipment.
Compress, digitize, duplicate, and store audio and video data.
Direct and coordinate activities of assistants and other personnel during production.
Organize and maintain compliance, license, and warranty information related to audio and video facilities.
Inform users of audio and videotaping service policies and procedures.
Obtain, set up, and load videotapes for scheduled productions or broadcasts.
Install, adjust, and operate electronic equipment to record, edit, and transmit radio and television programs, motion pictures, video conferencing, or multimedia presentations.
Maintain inventories of audio and videotapes and related supplies.
Diagnose and resolve media system problems.
Record and edit audio material, such as movie soundtracks, using audio recording and editing equipment.
Design layouts of audio and video equipment and perform upgrades and maintenance.
Produce rough and finished graphics and graphic designs.
Control the lights and sound of events, such as live concerts, before and after performances, and during intermissions.
Construct and position properties, sets, lighting equipment, and other equipment.
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.
Mix and regulate sound inputs and feeds or coordinate audio feeds with television pictures.
Notify supervisors when major equipment repairs are needed.
Edit videotapes by erasing and removing portions of programs and adding video or sound as required.
Analyze and maintain data logs for audio-visual activities.
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.
Perform minor repairs and routine cleaning of audio and video equipment.
Perform narration of productions or present announcements.
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.
Reserve audio-visual equipment and facilities, such as meeting rooms.

Related Technology & Tools

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

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