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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 Manager”

Design layouts of audio and video equipment and perform upgrades and maintenance.
Develop manuals, texts, workbooks, or related materials for use in conjunction with production materials or for training.
Diagnose and resolve media system problems.
Direct and coordinate activities of assistants and other personnel during production.
Locate and secure settings, properties, effects, and other production necessities.
Monitor incoming and outgoing pictures and sound feeds to ensure quality and notify directors of any possible problems.
Obtain and preview musical performance programs prior to events to become familiar with the order and approximate times of pieces.
Maintain inventories of audio and videotapes and related supplies.
Reserve audio-visual equipment and facilities, such as meeting rooms.
Analyze and maintain data logs for audio-visual activities.
Perform minor repairs and routine cleaning of audio and video equipment.
Perform narration of productions or present announcements.
Inform users of audio and videotaping service policies and procedures.
Switch sources of video input from one camera or studio to another, from film to live programming, or from network to local programming.
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.
Install, adjust, and operate electronic equipment to record, edit, and transmit radio and television programs, motion pictures, video conferencing, or multimedia presentations.
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.
Meet with directors and senior members of camera crews to discuss assignments and determine filming sequences, camera movements, and picture composition.
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.
Produce rough and finished graphics and graphic designs.
Construct and position properties, sets, lighting equipment, and other equipment.
Obtain, set up, and load videotapes for scheduled productions or broadcasts.
Compress, digitize, duplicate, and store audio and video data.
Conduct training sessions on selection, use, and design of audio-visual materials and on operation of presentation equipment.
Record and edit audio material, such as movie soundtracks, using audio recording and editing equipment.

Related Technology & Tools

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

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