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Job Description

Set up, or set up and operate audio and video equipment including microphones, sound speakers, video screens, projectors, video monitors, recording equipment, connecting wires and cables, sound and mixing boards, and related electronic equipment for concerts, sports events, meetings and conventions, presentations, and news conferences. May also set up and operate associated spotlights and other custom lighting systems.

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 27-4011.00
The Mean Annual Wage in the U.S. is $ 47,450.00
The Mean Hourly Wage is $ 22.00
Currently, there are 69,670 people on this job

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Audio and Video Equipment Technicians”.

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Tasks for “Videographer”

Determine formats, approaches, content, levels, and mediums to effectively meet objectives within budgetary constraints, using research, knowledge, and training.
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.
Notify supervisors when major equipment repairs are needed.
Mix and regulate sound inputs and feeds or coordinate audio feeds with television pictures.
Diagnose and resolve media system problems.
Record and edit audio material, such as movie soundtracks, using audio recording and editing equipment.
Develop manuals, texts, workbooks, or related materials for use in conjunction with production materials or for training.
Monitor incoming and outgoing pictures and sound feeds to ensure quality and notify directors of any possible problems.
Obtain, set up, and load videotapes for scheduled productions or broadcasts.
Reserve audio-visual equipment and facilities, such as meeting rooms.
Analyze and maintain data logs for audio-visual activities.
Direct and coordinate activities of assistants and other personnel during production.
Install, adjust, and operate electronic equipment to record, edit, and transmit radio and television programs, motion pictures, video conferencing, or multimedia presentations.
Produce rough and finished graphics and graphic designs.
Switch sources of video input from one camera or studio to another, from film to live programming, or from network to local programming.
Plan and develop pre-production ideas into outlines, scripts, story boards, and graphics, using own ideas or specifications of assignments.
Inform users of audio and videotaping service policies and procedures.
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.
Edit videotapes by erasing and removing portions of programs and adding video or sound as required.
Obtain and preview musical performance programs prior to events to become familiar with the order and approximate times of pieces.
Control the lights and sound of events, such as live concerts, before and after performances, and during intermissions.
Compress, digitize, duplicate, and store audio and video data.
Construct and position properties, sets, lighting equipment, and other equipment.
Meet with directors and senior members of camera crews to discuss assignments and determine filming sequences, camera movements, and picture composition.
Locate and secure settings, properties, effects, and other production necessities.
Maintain inventories of audio and videotapes and related supplies.
Perform narration of productions or present announcements.

Related Technology & Tools

Plasma televisions
Motion picture projectors
Sound boards
Digital video disk DVD players
Compact disk CD burners or players
Claw hammers
Audiovisual A/V mixers
Noise meters
Digital camcorders
Desktop computers
Wireless microphones
Cassette players
Assistive amplification systems
Laser pointers
Soldering irons
Laptop computers
Videoconferencing equipment
Liquid crystal display LCD projection systems
Audio presentation systems
Interactive whiteboards
Loudspeaker sets
Light boards
Microphone mixers
Power drills
Screwdrivers
Personal computers
Wired microphones
Television monitors
Integrated speaker systems
Step ladders
Videotape duplicating equipment
Projection screens
Digital voltmeters DVM
Master control switchers
Overhead display projectors
Digital video cameras
Slide projectors
Portable speaker systems
Digital audio recorders
Digital oscilloscopes
Audioconferencing systems

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