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Audio and Video Equipment Technicians

Also known as: Audio Technician, Audio Video Technician, Audio Visual Communications Systems Technician, Audio Visual Production Specialist, Audio Visual Specialist, Audio Visual Technician, Communications Equipment Operating Technician, Event Audio Visual Operator, Event Crew Technician, Event Technician

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.

Education & Training

Percentage of workers at each education and training level

Education Level

High School Diploma25%
Some College20%
Post-Secondary Certificate1%
Associate's Degree11%
Bachelor's Degree43%

Prior Experience Needed

Work experience required to enter this job

None12%
3-6 months4%
6 months - 1 year4%
1-2 years37%
2-4 years19%
4-6 years14%
6-8 years10%

Training Provided After Hiring

How long it typically takes to learn on the job

Up to 1 month5%
1-3 months19%
3-6 months44%
6 months - 1 year9%
1-2 years19%
4-6 years4%

How AI Impacts Each Task

30 tasks analyzed

Notify supervisors when major equipment repairs are needed.

Diagnose and resolve media system problems.

Direct and coordinate activities of assistants and other personnel during production.

Compress, digitize, duplicate, and store audio and video data.

Install, adjust, and operate electronic equipment to record, edit, and transmit radio and television programs, motion pictures, video conferencing, or multimedia presentations.

Essential Soft Skills

Traits that are hard for AI to replicate

Attention to DetailDependabilityAdaptability/FlexibilityCooperationIntegrityStress ToleranceSelf ControlInitiativeAchievement/EffortAnalytical ThinkingPersistenceInnovation

Wage & Employment (2024)

Median Wage

$54,830

per year

Mean Wage

$61,370

per year

Employment

70K

workers

Wage Range

$35,290 - $98,190

10th - 90th pct

Wage Distribution

$35,290Median: $54,830$98,190
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