Audio-visual Technician ICT Technicians
SaveWhat Does an Audio-visual Technician Do?
Audio-visual technicians set up, operate and maintain equipment to record and edit images and sound for radio and television broadcasts, at live events and for telecommunication signals.
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Where Do I Start?
Audiovisual Equipment
The characteristics and usage of different tools that stimulate the sight and audio senses.
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These are common skills for this role. Real-world experience matters more than ticking every box — use this as a guide, not a checklist.
Skills You Need to Become an Audio-visual Technician
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialAudiovisual Equipment knowledge
The characteristics and usage of different tools that stimulate the sight and audio senses.
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EssentialAudiovisual Products knowledge
The different types of audiovisual products and their requirements, such as documentaries, low budget movies, television series, records, CDs, and others.
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EssentialAdapt To Type Of Media skill
Adapt to different types of media such as television, movies, commercials, and others. Adapt work to type of media, scale of production, budget, genres within type of media, and others.
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EssentialApply Health And Safety Standards skill
Adhere to standards of hygiene and safety established by respective authorities.
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EssentialMaintain Audiovisual Equipment skill
Perform routine maintenance tasks on audiovisual equipment as well as minor repairs, such as replacing parts and calibrating the instruments, on equipment used in processing sound and images.
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EssentialMaintain Electrical Equipment skill
Test electrical equipment for malfunctions. Take safety measures, company guidelines, and legislation concerning electrical equipment into account. Clean, repair and replace parts and connections as required.
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EssentialMaintain Electronic Equipment skill
Check and repair electronic equipment. Detect malfunction, locate faults and take measures to prevent damage.
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EssentialOperate Audio Equipment skill
Apply technologies for re-creation or recording of sounds, such as speaking, sound of instruments in electrical or mechanical form.
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EssentialOperate Video Equipment skill
Use of various types of video equipment.
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EssentialPlan Audiovisual Recording skill
Plan audio-visual recordings.
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EssentialTransfer Uncut Audiovisual Material To Computer skill
Transfer uncut audiovisual materials to a computer, synchronise them and store them.
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Optional Skills (5 of 19 displayed)
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OptionalAudio Editing Software knowledge
The various software for editing and generating audio, such as Adobe Audition, Soundforge, and Power Sound Editor.
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OptionalCinematography knowledge
The science of recording light and electromagnetic radiation in order to create a motion picture. The recording can happen electronically with an image sensor or chemically on light sensitive materials …
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OptionalAcoustics knowledge
The study of sound, its reflection, amplification and absorption in a space.
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OptionalPhotography knowledge
Art and practice of creating aesthetically appealing images by recording light or electromagnetic radiation.
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OptionalAssess Power Needs skill
Prepare and manage the provision of electrical power for different areas.
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OptionalCalibrate Electronic Instruments skill
Correct and adjust the reliability of an electronic instrument by measuring output and comparing results with the data of a reference device or a set of standardised results. This is …
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OptionalEdit Recorded Sound skill
Edit audio footage using a variety of sofware, tools, and techniques such as crossfading, speed effects, and removing unwanted noises.
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OptionalOperate A Camera skill
Capture moving images with a camera. Operate the camera skilfully and safely to obtain high quality material.
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OptionalSet Up Cameras skill
Put cameras in place and prepare them for use.
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OptionalUse Audio Reproduction Software skill
Operate software and equipment that transform and reproduce digital, analogue sounds and sound waves into the desired perceivable audio to be streamed.
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OptionalAssess Sound Quality skill
Assess the recorded sound and music. Make sure it conforms to specifications.
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OptionalCoordinate Activities In Audio Recording Studio skill
Monitor the daily operations in a audio recording studio. Make sure that persons involved in recording studio activities can produce the desired quality of sound according to customer specifications. Ensure …
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OptionalCreate Moving Images skill
Create and develop two-dimensional and three-dimensional images in motion and animations.
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OptionalDetermine Visual Concepts skill
Determine how best to represent a concept visually.
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OptionalManage Sound Quality skill
Perform sound checks. Set up audio equipment for optimal sound output before as well as during performance. Regulate the volume during broadcasts by controlling the audio equipment
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OptionalOperate Remote Broadcast Equipment skill
Handle equipment that is used for broadcasting from locations which are far from central station. The pickup unit (RPU) is the most common tool for this communication.
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OptionalOperate Sound Live skill
Operate sound system and audio devices during rehearsals or in a live situation.
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OptionalSet Up Audiovisual Peripheral Equipment skill
Set up audiovisual peripheral equipment such as tripods, cables, microphones, monitors, and others.
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OptionalSet Up Sound Equipment skill
Set up equipment to record sound. Test acoustics and make adjustments.
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