Audio and Video Technician
Set up, maintain, and dismantle 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, such as concerts, meetings, conventions, presentations, podcasts, news conferences, and sporting events.
- Careers: Creative, Arts, & Expression
- Level: Operational
- Salary: $38,381 - $76,762 per year
- Outlook: Stable
- Education: Associate's Degree
Key skills
- Monitoring
- Reading Comprehension
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Writing
- Speaking
- Active Learning
Career path
- lower level jobs: Technicien de scène · Assistant technique audiovisuel · Opérateur de diffusion junior
- higher level jobs: Ingénieur de diffusion · Directeur technique · Producteur vidéo
AI impact
AI will automate routine tasks like basic editing, noise reduction, and transcription, significantly streamlining production workflows. This shift will require Audio and Video Technicians to adapt by mastering AI tools, focusing on creative problem-solving, system integration, and higher-level technical oversight to remain competitive.
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Audio Visual Technology · Sound Engineering · Video Production · Live Event Production · Media Technology · Creative Arts · Electronics · Creative · Media · Entertainment
Frequently asked questions
What does a Audio and Video Technician do?
Set up, maintain, and dismantle 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, such as concerts, meetings, conventions, presentations, podcasts, news conferences, and sporting events.
What is the salary of a Audio and Video Technician?
The typical salary range is $38,381 - $76,762 per year.
What is the job outlook for a Audio and Video Technician?
The outlook is Stable.