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Audio and Video Technicians: reported tasks and exploration worksheet

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.

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This source lists 29 tasks, including 11 marked Core and 18 marked Supplemental. Labels and dates are retained below. Employers can combine or divide these responsibilities differently; explore the task itself before assuming it belongs in every version of the role.

Task source dates: 08/2018.

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29 tasks shown

Core · Task 3980 · 08/2018 · Incumbent

Notify supervisors when major equipment repairs are needed.

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Core · Task 18650 · 08/2018 · Incumbent

Diagnose and resolve media system problems.

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Core · Task 3993 · 08/2018 · Incumbent

Direct and coordinate activities of assistants and other personnel during production.

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Core · Task 3990 · 08/2018 · Incumbent

Compress, digitize, duplicate, and store audio and video data.

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Core · Task 18649 · 08/2018 · Incumbent

Install, adjust, and operate electronic equipment to record, edit, and transmit radio and television programs, motion pictures, video conferencing, or multimedia presentations.

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Core · Task 4002 · 08/2018 · Incumbent

Control the lights and sound of events, such as live concerts, before and after performances, and during intermissions.

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Core · Task 3987 · 08/2018 · Incumbent

Switch sources of video input from one camera or studio to another, from film to live programming, or from network to local programming.

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Core · Task 3997 · 08/2018 · Incumbent

Record and edit audio material, such as movie soundtracks, using audio recording and editing equipment.

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Core · Task 3985 · 08/2018 · Incumbent

Perform minor repairs and routine cleaning of audio and video equipment.

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Core · Task 3984 · 08/2018 · Incumbent

Design layouts of audio and video equipment and perform upgrades and maintenance.

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Core · Task 4003 · 08/2018 · Incumbent

Conduct training sessions on selection, use, and design of audio-visual materials and on operation of presentation equipment.

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Supplemental · Task 3981 · 08/2018 · Incumbent

Monitor incoming and outgoing pictures and sound feeds to ensure quality and notify directors of any possible problems.

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Supplemental · Task 3982 · 08/2018 · Incumbent

Mix and regulate sound inputs and feeds or coordinate audio feeds with television pictures.

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Supplemental · Task 3989 · 08/2018 · Incumbent

Construct and position properties, sets, lighting equipment, and other equipment.

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Supplemental · Task 18651 · 08/2018 · Incumbent

Reserve audio-visual equipment and facilities, such as meeting rooms.

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Supplemental · Task 3996 · 08/2018 · Incumbent

Determine formats, approaches, content, levels, and mediums to effectively meet objectives within budgetary constraints, using research, knowledge, and training.

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Supplemental · Task 3992 · 08/2018 · Incumbent

Edit videotapes by erasing and removing portions of programs and adding video or sound as required.

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Supplemental · Task 3991 · 08/2018 · Incumbent

Obtain, set up, and load videotapes for scheduled productions or broadcasts.

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Supplemental · Task 4000 · 08/2018 · Incumbent

Produce rough and finished graphics and graphic designs.

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Supplemental · Task 4001 · 08/2018 · Incumbent

Locate and secure settings, properties, effects, and other production necessities.

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Supplemental · Task 3988 · 08/2018 · Incumbent

Meet with directors and senior members of camera crews to discuss assignments and determine filming sequences, camera movements, and picture composition.

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Supplemental · Task 3995 · 08/2018 · Incumbent

Maintain inventories of audio and videotapes and related supplies.

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Supplemental · Task 3999 · 08/2018 · Incumbent

Obtain and preview musical performance programs prior to events to become familiar with the order and approximate times of pieces.

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Supplemental · Task 4006 · 08/2018 · Incumbent

Perform narration of productions or present announcements.

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Supplemental · Task 3994 · 08/2018 · Incumbent

Plan and develop pre-production ideas into outlines, scripts, story boards, and graphics, using own ideas or specifications of assignments.

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Supplemental · Task 4004 · 08/2018 · Incumbent

Organize and maintain compliance, license, and warranty information related to audio and video facilities.

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Supplemental · Task 3998 · 08/2018 · Incumbent

Inform users of audio and videotaping service policies and procedures.

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Supplemental · Task 18652 · 08/2018 · Incumbent

Analyze and maintain data logs for audio-visual activities.

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Supplemental · Task 4005 · 08/2018 · Incumbent

Develop manuals, texts, workbooks, or related materials for use in conjunction with production materials or for training.

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