Technical Directors/Managers
Coordinate activities of technical departments, such as taping, editing, engineering, and maintenance, to produce radio or television programs.
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15 tasks analyzed
Follow instructions from production managers and directors during productions, such as commands for camera cuts, effects, graphics, and takes.
Supervise and assign duties to workers engaged in technical control and production of radio and television programs.
Direct technical aspects of newscasts and other productions, checking and switching between video sources and taking responsibility for the on-air product, including camera shots and graphics.
Monitor broadcasts to ensure that programs conform to station or network policies and regulations.
Observe pictures through monitors and direct camera and video staff concerning shading and composition.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Follow instructions from production managers and directors during productions, such as commands for camera cuts, effects, graphics, and takes. | - | - | - |
| Supervise and assign duties to workers engaged in technical control and production of radio and television programs. | - | - | - |
| Direct technical aspects of newscasts and other productions, checking and switching between video sources and taking responsibility for the on-air product, including camera shots and graphics. | - | - | - |
| Monitor broadcasts to ensure that programs conform to station or network policies and regulations. | - | - | - |
| Observe pictures through monitors and direct camera and video staff concerning shading and composition. | - | - | - |
Essential Soft Skills
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Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$83,480
per year
Mean Wage
$114,280
per year
Employment
145K
workers
Wage Range
$43,060 - $198,530
10th - 90th pct
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