How do they match: Broadcast Technicians

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.

Produce educational and training films and videotapes by performing activities, such as selecting equipment and preparing scripts.
Produce graphics for broadcasts.
Develop employee work schedules.
Discuss production requirements with clients.
Instruct trainees in use of television production equipment, filming of events, and copying and editing graphics or sound onto videotape.
Maintain programming logs as required by station management and the Federal Communications Commission.
Set up and operate portable field transmission equipment outside the studio.
Set up, operate, and maintain broadcast station computers and networks.

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