Picture this: You’re behind the scenes at a major concert, controlling sophisticated sound equipment that ensures 20,000 fans experience perfect audio quality. Or you’re in a broadcast studio, ensuring that millions of viewers receive crystal-clear video transmission of breaking news.
Think about the last time you attended a conference where presentations seamlessly transitioned from speaker to speaker, with perfect sound and video quality throughout. Audio and Video Technicians made that possible.
Audio and Video Technicians are professionals who specialize in setting up, maintaining, and dismantling audio and video equipment, such as microphones, sound speakers, connecting wires and cables, sound and mixing boards, video cameras, video monitors and servers, and related electronic equipment for live or recorded events.
These professionals are the technical backbone of the entertainment and media industry events such as concerts, meetings, conventions, presentations, podcasts, news conferences, and sporting events.
Total Employment: 66,700 (2023)
Common Names for Audio and Video Technicians
- AV Tech (Audio Visual Technician)
- Audio Technician
- Audio Visual Specialist (AV Specialist)
- Media Technician
- Operations Technician
- Stagehand
- Video Technician
What Audio and Video Technicians Do
Audio and Video Technicians are responsible for the technical aspects of sound and video production.
Core responsibilities include:
- Equipment Setup: Assemble, connect, and test audio-visual equipment including microphones, speakers, projectors, and recording devices to ensure proper functionality for events and productions.
- System Operation: Monitor and adjust audio-visual systems during live events or recordings to maintain optimal sound and image quality while responding to technical issues in real-time.
- Preventive Maintenance: Perform regular equipment inspections, cleaning, and basic repairs to prevent malfunctions and extend the lifespan of audio-visual assets.
- Technical Support: Provide guidance to users on proper equipment operation and troubleshoot common issues to minimize disruptions during presentations or performances.
- Quality Control: Monitor audio and video output levels, check signal quality, and make necessary adjustments to meet professional broadcast or presentation standards.
- Safety Compliance: Follow electrical safety protocols and maintain organized cable management to create a safe working environment for both staff and audience members.
- Documentation Management: Maintain detailed records of equipment inventory, maintenance schedules, and technical configurations to ensure consistent performance and efficient operations.
- Collaboration: Work effectively with event planners, presenters, and other technical staff to coordinate audio-visual requirements and deliver successful productions.
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