Audio-visual Technician ICT Technicians

The characteristics and usage of different tools that stimulate the sight and audio senses.

The different types of audiovisual products and their requirements, such as documentaries, low budget movies, television series, records, CDs, and others.

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.

Adhere to standards of hygiene and safety established by respective authorities.

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.

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.

Check and repair electronic equipment. Detect malfunction, locate faults and take measures to prevent damage.

Apply technologies for re-creation or recording of sounds, such as speaking, sound of instruments in electrical or mechanical form.

Use of various types of video equipment.

Plan audio-visual recordings.

Transfer uncut audiovisual materials to a computer, synchronise them and store them.

The various software for editing and generating audio, such as Adobe Audition, Soundforge, and Power Sound Editor.

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The study of sound, its reflection, amplification and absorption in a space.

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 …

Art and practice of creating aesthetically appealing images by recording light or electromagnetic radiation.

Prepare and manage the provision of electrical power for different areas.

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 …

Edit audio footage using a variety of sofware, tools, and techniques such as crossfading, speed effects, and removing unwanted noises.

Capture moving images with a camera. Operate the camera skilfully and safely to obtain high quality material.

Put cameras in place and prepare them for use.

Operate software and equipment that transform and reproduce digital, analogue sounds and sound waves into the desired perceivable audio to be streamed.

Assess the recorded sound and music. Make sure it conforms to specifications.

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 …

Create and develop two-dimensional and three-dimensional images in motion and animations.

Determine how best to represent a concept visually.

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

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.

Operate sound system and audio devices during rehearsals or in a live situation.

Set up audiovisual peripheral equipment such as tripods, cables, microphones, monitors, and others.

Set up equipment to record sound. Test acoustics and make adjustments.