How do they match: Broadcast Technicians

  • Radio and Television Field Engineer
  • Radio Engineer
  • Radio Station Audio Engineer
  • Radio Station Engineer
  • Radio Technician
  • Records and Tape Recordings Engineer

  • Set up, operate, and maintain the electronic equipment used to acquire, edit, and transmit audio and video for radio or television programs. Control and adjust incoming and outgoing broadcast signals to regulate sound volume, signal strength, and signal clarity. Operate satellite, microwave, or other transmitter equipment to broadcast radio or television programs.

  • Install broadcast equipment, troubleshoot equipment problems, and perform maintenance or minor repairs, using hand tools.
  • Control audio equipment to regulate volume and sound quality during radio and television broadcasts.
  • Design and modify equipment to employer specifications.
  • Instruct trainees in use of television production equipment, filming of events, and copying and editing graphics or sound onto videotape.
  • Monitor strength, clarity, and reliability of incoming and outgoing signals, and adjust equipment as necessary to maintain quality broadcasts.
  • Organize recording sessions and prepare areas, such as radio booths and television stations, for recording.
  • Record sound onto tape or film for radio or television, checking its quality and making adjustments where necessary.
  • Report equipment problems, ensure that repairs are made, and make emergency repairs to equipment when necessary and possible.
  • Set up and operate portable field transmission equipment outside the studio.

  • Maintain recording or broadcasting equipment.
  • Notify others of equipment problems.
  • Operate audio recording equipment.
  • Operate communications, transmissions, or broadcasting equipment.