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Broadcast Technician

Operational-level

Also known as: Audio Engineer, Audio Operator, Board Operator, Broadcast Engineer

Creative, Arts, & ExpressionBachelor's Degree

Job Description

Set up, operate, and maintain the electronic equipment used to acquire, edit, and transmit audio and video for radio or television programs. Control and adjust incoming and outgoing broadcast signals to regulate sound volume, signal strength, and signal clarity. Operate satellite, microwave, or other transmitter equipment to broadcast radio or television programs.
Broadcast TechnologyAudio EngineeringVideo ProductionMedia OperationsElectronicsCommunicationsEngineeringCreativeMediaEntertainment

Skills employers are looking for in 2027

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Future Perspective

Declining Job Market

This field is experiencing contraction with decreasing job opportunities. Consider developing skills in related growing fields.

Impact of AI on this Job

AI will increasingly automate routine monitoring, signal processing, and even preliminary editing tasks for Broadcast Technicians. This shift will allow them to focus more on complex problem-solving, creative content integration, and managing sophisticated AI-driven systems, requiring adaptability and new technical skills in AI tools.