Recording Studio Technician ICT Technicians

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 various technologies for producing, recording, and reproducing sound.

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

Necessary health, safety, hygiene and environmental standards and legislation rules in the sector of particular activity.

The mixing process after the music recording phase where each song is edited individually into a finished product.

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

Remove and store various types of electronic equipment safely after use.

Documenting your own work practice for different purposes like assessment, time management, job application etc.

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

Monitor and follow new trends and developments in specific sectors.

Operate an audio mixing system during rehearsals or during live performances.

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

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

Understand and use technical documentation in the overall technical process.

Apply ergonomy principles in the organisation of the workplace while manually handling equipment and materials.

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

Make the necessary arrangements to record music.

Adapt your maintenance of sound equipment to prevent undesired changes in the sound balance and design, safeguarding the overall production quality.

Recording and mixing audio signals from different sound sources on a multi-track recorder.

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

The post-production process where the finished recorded audio is transferred to a data storage device from which it will be copied.

Understand the principles of electricity and electrical power circuits, as well as the associated risks.

The recording of moving images without using tape, but by storing these digital videos on optical disks, hard drives, and other digital storage devices.

The various techniques for using your voice correctly without exhausting or damaging it when changing voice in tone and volume.

Control product inventory in balance of availability and storage costs.

Manage and monitor technical resources stock to ensure that production demands and deadlines can be met at all times.

Ability to use specialised software to convert data from one audio and/or video format to another.

Set up, check, maintain and repair sound equipment for a live performance establishment.

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

Mix audio signals from multiple sound sources during rehearsals or in a live situation.

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

Create cues for any sound technicians and verify their understanding of them. If no sound crew are available, use others' cues to operate the sound system.

Test the sound equipment of a venue to ensure smooth operation during the performance. Cooperate with performers to make sure the venue equipment is adjusted for the requirements of the …

Prepare and run a technical sound check before rehearsals or live shows. Check instrument setup and ensure correct functioning of the audio equipment. Anticipate possible technical problems during a live …

Program sound cues and rehearse sound states before or during rehearsals.

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

Set up an analogue sound reinforcement system in a live situation.

Supervise the creation of sound and decide which music and sounds to use for the movie and theatre production.

Set up, test and operate a complex audio system, based on a given sound concept. This could be a permanent as well as a temporary installation.

Tune up a wireless audio system in a live situation.