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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 “Master Control Operator (MCO)”

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

Related Technology & Tools

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

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