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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 Technician”

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

Related Technology & Tools

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

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