Audio and Video Equipment Technicians

Course Advisor; United States; On-site; USD 25,590 - 80,130; Full time

Job summary

Course Advisor is looking for an Audio or Video Equipment Technician to set up and operate audio and video equipment for events. Responsibilities include mixing and regulating sound inputs and conducting training sessions on the use of AV materials. Candidates should possess skills in monitoring, critical thinking, and complex problem solving. The role offers a salary range of $25,590 to $80,130 annually, reflecting expertise in this dynamic industry.

Qualifications

• Experience with audio and video equipment setup and operation.
• Ability to mix and regulate sound inputs.
• Familiarity with design and maintenance of AV equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate audio and video equipment for various events.
• Mix and regulate sound inputs for live performances.
• Conduct training sessions on audio-visual materials.

Skills

Monitoring

Reading Comprehension

Critical Thinking

Operation Monitoring

Complex Problem Solving

Speaking

Job description

Audio or Video Equipment Technician

Job Description & Duties 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.

What Do Audio and Video Equipment Technicians Do On a Daily Basis?

• Produce rough and finished graphics and graphic designs.
• Obtain and preview musical performance programs prior to events to become familiar with the order and approximate times of pieces.
• Conduct training sessions on selection, use, and design of audio-visual materials and on operation of presentation equipment.
• Mix and regulate sound inputs and feeds or coordinate audio feeds with television pictures.
• 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.

Key Skills

• Monitoring
• Reading Comprehension
• Critical Thinking
• Operation Monitoring
• Complex Problem Solving
• Speaking

Related Job Titles

• Event Audio Visual Operator
• Event Crew Technician
• Stagehand
• Video Operator
• Projector Operator

Salary Audio and Video Equipment Technicians earn between $25,590 and $80,130 annually.