How do they match: Broadcast Technicians

  • Program Scheduler

  • 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.

  • Maintain programming logs as required by station management and the Federal Communications Commission.
  • Observe monitors and converse with station personnel to determine audio and video levels and to ascertain that programs are airing.
  • Play and record broadcast programs, using automation systems.
  • Prepare reports outlining past and future programs, including content.
  • Preview scheduled programs to ensure that signals are functioning and programs are ready for transmission.
  • Schedule programming or read television programming logs to determine which programs are to be recorded or aired.
  • Select sources from which programming will be received or through which programming will be transmitted.
  • Substitute programs in cases where signals fail.