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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 “Audio Technician”

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

Related Technology & Tools

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

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