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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 “Broadcast Engineer”

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

Related Technology & Tools

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

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