How do they match: Broadcast Technicians

  • Sound Person

  • 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.

  • Control audio equipment to regulate volume and sound quality during radio and television broadcasts.
  • Design and modify equipment to employer specifications.
  • Edit broadcast material electronically, using computers.
  • Give technical directions to other personnel during filming.
  • Install broadcast equipment, troubleshoot equipment problems, and perform maintenance or minor repairs, using hand tools.
  • Instruct trainees in use of television production equipment, filming of events, and copying and editing graphics or sound onto videotape.
  • Monitor strength, clarity, and reliability of incoming and outgoing signals, and adjust equipment as necessary to maintain quality broadcasts.
  • Observe monitors and converse with station personnel to determine audio and video levels and to ascertain that programs are airing.
  • Produce educational and training films and videotapes by performing activities, such as selecting equipment and preparing scripts.
  • Report equipment problems, ensure that repairs are made, and make emergency repairs to equipment when necessary and possible.
  • Set up and operate portable field transmission equipment outside the studio.

  • Coordinate activities of production personnel.
  • Maintain recording or broadcasting equipment.
  • Notify others of equipment problems.
  • Operate audio recording equipment.
  • Operate communications, transmissions, or broadcasting equipment.