Audio Visual Technician (AV Technician)
Audio visual technicians set up, test and run sound, lighting and video equipment for conferences, live events and performances. You could work in theatres, conference centres, recording studios or colleges. The work can be physically demanding and may involve evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
Day-to-day tasks
In this role you could:
- Plan the technical set-up with event organisers
- Install and test sound, lighting and video equipment, and programme the systems that control it
- Check that equipment is safe before an event and resolve any faults
- Run the equipment during events, following production instructions
- Take down and pack away equipment for transport or storage
- Show others how to use AV equipment safely
Skills & knowledge
You'll need:
- Attention to detail when setting up and checking equipment
- An understanding of media production and communication
- Logical thinking to work through technical problems
- The ability to work independently
- Practical skills for handling and setting up equipment
- Clear spoken communication
- Flexibility when plans change
- Patience and the ability to stay calm under pressure
- Confidence using computers and common software
Industry Qualifications
On the Isle of Man, University College Isle of Man (UCM) offers the Extended Diploma in Creative Media, Production & Technology (UAL Level 3).
For industry training, visit the Production Services Association. For more on careers in AV, visit ScreenSkills.