How do they match: Broadcast Technicians

  • Records and Tape Recordings Engineer

  • 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.

  • Record sound onto tape or film for radio or television, checking its quality and making adjustments where necessary.
  • Determine the number, type, and approximate location of microphones needed for best sound recording or transmission quality, and position them appropriately.
  • Edit broadcast material electronically, using computers.
  • Organize recording sessions and prepare areas, such as radio booths and television stations, for recording.
  • Play and record broadcast programs, using automation systems.
  • Schedule programming or read television programming logs to determine which programs are to be recorded or aired.

  • Edit audio or video recordings.
  • Maintain recording or broadcasting equipment.
  • Operate audio recording equipment.