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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 Visual Technician”

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

Related Technology & Tools

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

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