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0-5 years of experience
Performed technical installs that systematically operate large audio systems, multimedia and video conference rooms for FBI, CIA, DEA, & NSA.
- Integrated state-of-the-art video, audio and control systems including room acoustics, computer graphics projection, video transmission, and folded optic system technology with existing IT systems.
- Created and installed custom lighting systems.
- Diagnosed and corrected multi-media system issues.
- Facilitated an ongoing service maintenance agreement contract for ALL Acuity clients
0-5 years of experience
Reduced and controlled expenses by streamlining company procedures.
- Actively suggested operational improvements to enhance quality, improve production times and reduce costs.
- Helped achieve company goals by supporting and guiding other employees in daily assignments.
- Managed team of 6 audiovisual professionals.
- Coordinated with other department heads to keep projects on schedule and ensure quality of work.
- Effectively worked to liquidate $80,000 worth of out of date equipment in order to reinvest in company projects.
0-5 years of experience
Promoted by leading provider of professional video, audio, and multimedia products for demonstrated reliability, competence, leadership ability and organizational skills. Responsible for installation, coordination of crew responsibilities, and working with Engineers and Project Managers to ensure a high quality installation in a timely manner.
- Managed and coordinated with 2 to 4 man crews for installation of AV systems.
- Trained new hires in termination of cables, and cable management according to company standards.
- Maintained a great customer service relationship with clients.
0-5 years of experience
Set, operated, struck, and stored a wide variety of audio visual gear for large classes, special events, and live music and dance performances
- Coordinated day-to-day AV operations and setups with internal and external clients
- Documented AV setups and layouts based on discussions with clients
- Maintained a high level of customer service and high standard of technical execution for a variety of events under time and budget constraints
0-5 years of experience
Front-of-House engineer for student ministry services with 300-400 weekly attendees
- Configured In-Ear-Monitors for vocalists and personal mixers for musicians
- Provided audio support for live bands, spoken word, skits, games, and talks
- Collaborated with director, content writers, and artists to achieve quality performances
6-10 years of experience
Educated GM and UAW hourly/salary employees and their dependents on tuition assistance benefits in TAP Call Center.
- Streamlined and investigated and resolved employee disputes regarding application processes and other benefit issues.
- Engineered audio and video equipment for executive meetings
- Set up instructional and recording equipment for workshops and meetings
0-5 years of experience
Supported individual conference rooms to entire campus wide AV operations administration and management
- Provided technical support for clients in multiple conference rooms, atriums and meeting halls
- Organized the setup of stages, microphones, snakes and flip charts
- Engineered the lighting and multiple camera operations for big board meetings
- Conducted general maintenance of projectors, touch screens and AV racks
6-10 years of experience
Tandberg and Polycom based VTC design, and training, Video Network Engineering, for maintenance, and troubleshooting.
- Support for Adobe Connect users.
- Audio Visual support and Videoconference engineering.
- Scheduling and meetings Coordinator in their Laptops and PC.
- Supervisor in charge of upgrading three Conference Rooms, and two executive office VTC systems.
- Troubleshoot A/V and Videoconference equipment; assisted customers with the essential and needed Laptop and PC connectivity to the network.
- Supervised integration of VTC/AV systems in three conference rooms. Managed teams of engineers and technicians during the installation process.
10+ years of experience
Provided cable and satellite distribution
- Set-up, operated, and removed audiovisual equipment
- Maintained and checked proper functioning of equipment
- Scheduled and coordinated requests for equipment and service repairs
- Administered user assistance and training with operation of multimedia systems
- Installed, staged and prepared home theatres, multi-room audio and automation
- Performed technical support for audio visual systems, site maintenance and evaluation
0-5 years of experience
Developed and delivered timely and agile technical solutions for Windows, Apple, and Linux/Unix systems as well as updating and re-imaging computers as needed.
- Responsible for the set up and maintenance of PC's, Mac's, projectors, document camera's, DVD players, Panopto Systems, and some mobile devices.
- Supported faculty and staff by setting up TCP/IP, Ethernet, and wireless networking configurations.
- Updated the inventory database in a timely manner as changes were made to NMSU classrooms.
- Collaborated with the team to identify and implement technical solutions for new projects.
- Provide faculty and staff with support, consultation, and training on classroom equipment.
- Installed CAT5, CAT6, RG6, and fiber optic cabling.
- Configured audio video equipment for video conferences and installed Digital Signage TV's around campus.
0-5 years of experience
Developed and delivered timely and agile technical solutions for Windows, Apple, and Linux/Unix systems as well as updating and re-imaging computers as needed.
- Responsible for the set up and maintenance of PC's, Mac's, projectors, document camera's, DVD players, Panopto Systems, and some mobile devices.
- Supported faculty and staff by setting up TCP/IP, Ethernet, and wireless networking configurations.
- Updated the inventory database in a timely manner as changes were made to NMSU classrooms.
- Collaborated with the team to identify and implement technical solutions for new projects.
- Provide faculty and staff with support, consultation, and training on classroom equipment.
- Installed CAT5, CAT6, RG6, and fiber optic cabling.
- Configured audio video equipment for video conferences and installed Digital Signage TV's around campus.
6-10 years of experience
- Supervised a team of 6 technicians responsible for day-to-day AV operations for a major conference center, handling video conferences for various departments via bridge or manually dialed in.
- Operations included operating AV, projection and lighting equipment, data and networking and power distribution and telephony (audio conferencing), as well as PowerPoint and multi-media (DVD video beta and screenings of commercials, TV shows, and studio demos which involved connecting computer PC and Mac equipment to Internet for video streaming in Polycom and HDX environments; handled escalations, lost connections, audio-video problems.
- Provided client support for event attendees and facilities staff.
- Oversaw proper escalations and initiating repairs and upgrades.
- Updated work orders on call dispatch systems; completed detailed reporting.
0-5 years of experience
Worked with sales staff, production managers and senior engineers on event production.
- Worked on show site as an audio specialist, av tech, and equipment coordinator.
- Was responsible for load in/out, install, tear down, operation, and client relations of events.
- Worked directly with inventory control to ensure complete equipment coverage on shows.
- Coordinated and assisted technical and labor crews.
- Performed general maintenance and up keep on high end audio visual equipment.
0-5 years of experience
Set up and breakdown of any and all audio-visual needs to clients for a variety of functions and meetings.
- Highly qualified and educated in all forms of AV equipment and their technical capabilities.
- Provide solutions to customer's technical questions and problems that may arise throughout a function.
- Ensure the quality and functionality of all AV equipment and inventory before and after any and all usage.
- Take care of most and any IT needs for clients including obtaining specific passcodes for wireless networks and maintaining connectivity throughout.
0-5 years of experience
For several different AV companies throughout Georgia, I demonstrated the basic operational ability to troubleshoot and problem solve with equipment and software issues. I handled high-end equipment challenges and changes in a timely and professional manner. (Active Production and Design, Crew One, UAV, All Access)
- Executed setups for concert technology
- Assessed issues with cable setups and switching systems.
- Troubleshoot issues with all AV equipment
- Intermediate light rigging
- Constructed lighting setups for each show, meeting, or convention.
6-10 years of experience
Actively seek out new clientele and manage client database to maximize operational efficiency.
- Communicated scope of work, project timeline, project design, and budget for project to clients.
- Managed project site logistics and materials to ensure a timely completion.
- Responsible for leading a team in the installation, programming, integration, and service of AV systems.
- Adhere to client deadlines and scheduling
- Ensure Customer Satisfaction (project closeout)
- Train and provide leadership to new staff and interns on policies and procedures of company and AV
0-5 years of experience
- Provided technical support to intergraded audio visual systems for corporate-wide broadcasts, classes, meetings & conferences.
- Setup LCD projectors for video conferences and PowerPoint or video presentations
- Coordinated with events planner for A/V needs for various functions.
- Organized and maintained equipment inventory of mobile intergraded AV equipment.
- Perform system diagnostics, minor repairs and preventative maintenance to equipment daily.
- Performed daily Assistant Facilities Management Duties.
0-5 years of experience
Managed group of six or more people to set-up shows for corporate clients
- Work with clients to gather details of the event and their needs in order to ensure design meets their needs
- Set-up and sound check AV for shows with 600 and more attendees
- Responsible for setting up and breaking down audio visual equipment including microphones, speakers, projectors, screens, and lighting for corporate events or presentations
- Conduct sound checks to ensure sound quality for large and small events
- Troubleshoot audio visual issues and solve sound problems
- Use multiple channel mixing board to ensure appropriate sounds
6-10 years of experience
- Responsible for IT setup of speaker ready rooms, running setup of LAN, running cat 5 cable, networking laser
- Assigned static IP addresses to each computer. Resolved customer complaints and problems with current software.
- Modified equipment placement according to the moderators needs. Worked large general sessions as well as individual breakout rooms. Also, operated all equipment in breakout rooms
0-5 years of experience
Provide audiovisual event coordination support for all centrally supported college classrooms, auditoriums, and conference rooms.
- Coordinate on-site events including distribution, set-up, operation and return of AV equipment as well as support for events with outside service providers.
- Identify equipment and functional problems and provide routine equipment maintenance.
- Utilize AMX, Crestron, and Tesira control systems for various AV needs.
- Videoconferencing and Audio-conferencing using various Polycom devices.
- Encoding of Video Presentations using Panopto software.
0-5 years of experience
Integrated Audio and Video System into new construction and remodels in corporate environments
- Integrated Audio and Video System into existing spaces
- Project leader of the AV contracts
- Collaborated with other consultants, trades, contractors while maintaining project goals
0-5 years of experience
- Managed Camera, Lighting, Screen, Projector and Sound System Rental Company
- Called clients and answered email estimates from website
- Organized and Reconciled financial transactions
0-5 years of experience
- Installed, maintained, and fixed all audiovisual equipment on campus with one other person.
- Project Managed new classroom technology builds.
- Taught teachers and faculty to use and integrate technology into their classes.
- Partnered with vendors to buy new technology and lower costs.
- Worked with students, faculty, and teachers to fix their computers and teach them how to use them.
- Averaged 30 hours per week while at school full time and was hired after graduation to stay on full-time.
0-5 years of experience
Troubleshoot computer issues and replaced defective hardware parts for laptops, desktops and printers.
- Assisted users with computer issues.
- Created, tracked, and logged computer issue tickets.
- Reset password for users.
- Set up and installed communications devices such as Polycom.
0-5 years of experience
Responsible for the planning, coordination, and execution of AV Technical Support
- Consult and work with professors and departmental directors to provide satisfactory AV services
- Maintain AV and classroom equipment
- Handle videoconferencing and simulcasting in classes as needed
- Film classes and CSOL events as requested, and post online or put on DVD
- Provide IT support to CSOL students during exams
0-5 years of experience
Providing Audio Video installations for Residential clients in the DFW metro plex
- Co-managing teams of 2-4 technicians to complete turnkey [company name] for Healthcare, Commercial and House of Worship facilities
- Installing premier A/V equipment and control systems; Crestron, ELAN, Extron, Lutron, & AMX
- Assisting in Event Technolgy hospitality services Digital Signage, Video Wall Presentations & Broadcasting Systems.
- Performing outdoor plant Fiber / Copper cable splicing in the North Texas area.
- Installing in home High-speed telecommunications services
0-5 years of experience
Installed AV systems for various government facilities consisting of wire pulls of CAT 5, CAT6, Coaxial and Fiber. Mounted various
types of monitors, screens, projectors, cameras, microphones, surface and in wall interfaces units.
- Have built and certified equipment racks systems and subsystems.
- Have conducted maintenance and troubleshooting on AV systems and various subsystems.
- Managed and controlled extensive parts, materials and equipment list for various projects.
0-5 years of experience
Work on a "on call" schedule as a private contractor.
- Work with various teams and independently on show sites.
- On occasion work as a team lead when requested.
- Have a basic knowledge reading lighting plots.
- Must be able to distinguish different types of audio/lighting/sound cables and how to identify different types
- Venues I have worked are: Microsoft Software and hardware show, United Jewish Conference, Intel Info
0-5 years of experience
Video equipment operations performed daily for simultaneous continuing legal education programs for 400+ attendees
- Deliver proper video feed to 20+ simulcast locations making adjustments as necessary
- Information technology support provided to the Philadelphia office resolving any network or workspace computers issues
- Coordinate with satellite offices to insure a clear and clean feed is received
- Trouble shoot all equipment prior to presentation for flawless transition
- Design signage for 90+ legal education programs working with volunteer faculty members including lawyers, district attorneys, judges and state representatives
- Manage a high-volume legal library from delivery to distribution
- Front desk operations as needed resolving any discrepancies to final resolution
- Maintain shipping and receiving manifests for the Philadelphia office
0-5 years of experience
Installed Extron equipment and Crestron equipment AMX equipment
- Building racks, pulling cable, and reading prints
- Installing projectors, installing and repair VTC's
- Some training with Smart Board's and Touch Panel's
- Also Terminations (RGB, RCA, Audio 3.5) and soldering, speakers
- Testing and punch out and some programming of Extron and Crestron
AV Technician Duties and Responsibilities
While an AV technician's day-to-day duties and responsibilities are determined by where they work, there are many core tasks associated with the role. Based on our analysis of multiple job listings, these include:
Set Up Audiovisual Equipment The primary job of AV technicians is to set up and install media equipment such as LCD projectors, speakers, TVs, video monitors, and cameras. They also set up additional support AV tools like equipment racks. Additionally, they complete electrical wiring, programming, and basic construction. AV technicians sometimes set up and alter room arrangements including tables, seats, and stages according to blueprints, layout diagrams, and schedules.
Engage Customers While performing on-site work, AV technicians must provide outstanding customer service and develop working relationships with their clients. Great technicians mentor newer peers to provide a high level of customer service. They use strong communication as a tool to keep project progress moving forward and put event coordinators at ease.
Conduct Quality Control Analysis AV technicians skillfully run video, audio, and signal testing. Their responsibility is to guarantee their clients a high-quality experience. Technicians ensure all connected systems operate at peak performance. When issues arise, they troubleshoot and adjust the AV system as required. AV technicians use objective analysis to spot issues and eliminate them before an event.
Operate and Troubleshoot Sound and Video A key duty of AV technicians is to execute a flawless event from a media standpoint. The most successful technicians problem-solve and handle equipment malfunctions well, even under pressure. They focus on making sure their systems are working properly. When something goes wrong, AV technicians troubleshoot without showing concern to customers.
Electronic Equipment Repair Performing electronic repair, installation, and maintenance is the job of AV technicians. They learn how to understand Ohm's law and use meters to measure signal output. They also repair LCD, plasma, and DLP TV screens and projectors. Their job requires constant hands-on tinkering with technology to stay on top of the latest technology models. AV technicians clean and maintain equipment and are tasked with reporting damages to their AV manager.
AV Technician Skills and Qualifications
AV technicians are enthusiastic individuals who can follow instructions and work well with a team while installing video and audio systems. Employers prefer a minimum of one year's experience working with audiovisual equipment. They also look for candidates with the following abilities:- Computer skills - working with various computer technology is a necessity for audiovisual professionals
- Troubleshooting - AV technicians troubleshoot all equipment issues in a timely manner. Successful technicians strive to exceed expectations
- Physical fitness - it is common for technicians to lift 50 to 80 pounds individually, Furthermore, standing, walking, climbing ladders, and navigating tight spaces is a common requirement for AV technicians
- Customer service - interfacing with customers and guests on-site to make sure their desires are met and that equipment is functioning is a major responsibility of these technicians
- Organization skills - being organized is a requirement for AV technicians due to the tools, wiring, cables, and parts that they must methodically sort and install
AV Technician Salary and Outlook
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) lists the median salary for AV technicians as $42,190. The lowest 10 percent of earners make $24,710, while the highest-paid 10 percent earn more than $78,570. The job outlook of AV technicians is bright. Employment of audio and visual equipment technicians is projected to grow 13 percent through 2026, which is classified as faster than the average for all occupations.
Helpful Resources
There are many helpful resources out there for those interested in becoming AV technicians. Explore these these links that are full of learning opportunities and the latest industry news:
CTS Certified Technology Specialist Exam Guide - get everything you need to prepare for the CTS licensure exam with this important reference guide
Networked Audiovisual Systems - read this book to get vital information that AV and IT professionals need to know when setting up network-driven equipment and processes
AVIXA - this professional hub for collaboration and information is also the leading resource for AV standards, certification, and training
The Art of Mixing: A Visual Guide to Recording, Engineering, and Production - check out this guide to learn what makes a dynamic, high-quality sound mix and discover tips for understanding everything a sound engineer does
Association for Audiovisual & Education Technology Management - AETM provides various support services and educational resources for audiovisual professionals
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