How do they match: Audio and Video Technicians

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.

Edit videotapes by erasing and removing portions of programs and adding video or sound as required.
Compress, digitize, duplicate, and store audio and video data.
Conduct training sessions on selection, use, and design of audio-visual materials and on operation of presentation equipment.
Design layouts of audio and video equipment and perform upgrades and maintenance.
Inform users of audio and videotaping service policies and procedures.
Install, adjust, and operate electronic equipment to record, edit, and transmit radio and television programs, motion pictures, video conferencing, or multimedia presentations.
Maintain inventories of audio and videotapes and related supplies.
Meet with directors and senior members of camera crews to discuss assignments and determine filming sequences, camera movements, and picture composition.
Obtain, set up, and load videotapes for scheduled productions or broadcasts.
Organize and maintain compliance, license, and warranty information related to audio and video facilities.
Perform minor repairs and routine cleaning of audio and video equipment.
Record and edit audio material, such as movie soundtracks, using audio recording and editing equipment.
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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