Typical Tasks
Notify supervisors when major equipment repairs are needed.
Perform minor repairs and routine cleaning of audio and video equipment.
Diagnose and resolve media system problems.
Direct and coordinate activities of assistants and other personnel during production.
Record and edit audio material, such as movie soundtracks, using audio recording and editing equipment.
A day in the life
What kind of work is this?
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Artistic
Conceptual, Creative Work
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Attention to Detail
Dependability
Adaptability/Flexibility
Cooperation
Integrity
Stress Tolerance
What key skills are needed for this job?
Monitoring
Critical Thinking
Reading Comprehension
Operations Monitoring
Complex Problem Solving
Coordination
Expected Knowledge
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Communications and Media
Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Common Activities
Working with Computers
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
