{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:39:48.038Z","occupation":{"soc":"27-4011.00","title":"Audio and Video Technicians","group":"Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports & Media","sector":"51","jobZone":3,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers audio and video technicians working across live-event production, broadcast studios, recording facilities, corporate multimedia environments, and post-production settings at Job Zone 3 preparation level.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Basic audio and video equipment — identify and connect under direct supervision in a studio or live-event setting.","Equipment malfunctions and signal issues — recognize and report to supervisors promptly during production setup.","Electronic cables, connectors, and patch bays — label and route according to established diagrams on a broadcast or event job site.","Audio recording software — operate at a basic level to capture single-track material under technician guidance in a recording studio.","Video input sources — switch between cameras or pre-recorded feeds following a rundown sheet under direct supervision.","Equipment manuals and technical bulletins — read and apply basic procedures to configure standard AV hardware in a production environment.","Lighting consoles and sound boards — power on, check levels, and reset to preset configurations before a live event.","Digital media files — compress, duplicate, and store audio and video data using standard software on a production workstation.","Checklists and equipment logs — complete accurately to support pre-show and post-show equipment accountability for a live or studio event.","Verbal instructions from directors and senior technicians — listen actively and follow through on assigned tasks during a broadcast or live performance."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Audio and video media systems — diagnose common signal-flow problems and apply corrective adjustments with minimal supervision in a live or studio environment.","Electronic equipment for recording and editing — install, adjust, and operate routinely to produce broadcast-ready program segments.","Soundtracks and dialogue tracks — record and edit using digital audio workstation software to meet production specifications for film or video projects.","Live concert and event lighting and sound — control and balance before, during intermissions, and after performances according to the show plot.","Video input switching — execute smooth transitions between cameras, film, and network or local programming feeds during a live broadcast.","Audio and video data — digitize, encode, and archive in multiple formats to meet project delivery requirements on a production timeline.","Junior assistants and production support personnel — coordinate task assignments and monitor progress during routine production activities.","Video conferencing and multimedia presentation systems — configure and operate for corporate or institutional clients with reduced oversight.","Equipment repair needs — evaluate severity, document findings, and escalate major issues to engineering or vendor support in a timely manner.","Production schedules and technical riders — read, interpret, and translate requirements into equipment setup plans for events of moderate complexity."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Complex media system failures — diagnose and resolve autonomously under time pressure during live broadcasts or high-stakes productions.","Full audio signal chain — design, configure, and operate from source to output across diverse venues including concert halls, broadcast studios, and conference centers.","Multi-camera video production — manage input switching, graphic overlays, and format conversion for live television or webcast programming without supervision.","Audio recording and post-production — record, edit, mix, and master soundtracks and voice-overs to professional broadcast or theatrical standards.","Lighting and sound systems for large-scale events — program, cue, and operate across the full arc of a production including pre-show, performance, and strike.","Video creation and editing software — use advanced features to assemble, color-correct, and export finished multimedia content for broadcast or online distribution.","Technical production documentation — author equipment specifications, signal-flow diagrams, and post-show reports to support future productions and quality review.","Vendor and rental equipment — evaluate, select, and integrate third-party gear into existing infrastructure to meet non-routine production requirements.","Cross-functional production teams — coordinate with directors, producers, and stage managers to align technical execution with creative vision on complex projects.","Compression codecs, streaming protocols, and storage systems — apply expert knowledge to optimize quality and reliability of digital media delivery pipelines."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Departmental technical standards and workflows — establish and maintain for audio, video, and lighting operations across an organization or production company.","Junior and mid-level AV technicians — mentor, evaluate, and develop through structured coaching, performance feedback, and on-the-job training programs.","Capital equipment acquisition plans — research, recommend, and justify investments in broadcast, live-event, or multimedia infrastructure to senior leadership.","Organization-wide media technology strategy — design and lead implementation to support evolving production formats, platforms, and business objectives.","Complex multi-venue or multi-platform productions — oversee technical direction and resource allocation to ensure consistent quality and schedule adherence.","Risk and contingency plans for live productions — develop and enforce protocols covering equipment failure, safety incidents, and broadcast emergencies.","Cross-departmental collaboration — lead coordination among engineering, creative, IT, and facilities teams to deliver integrated AV solutions at organizational scale.","Industry standards and regulatory requirements — interpret and ensure organizational compliance with broadcast licensing, signal specifications, and accessibility mandates.","Vendor partnerships and service-level agreements — negotiate and manage to optimize cost, reliability, and support for critical production technology assets.","Emerging AV technologies — evaluate, pilot, and champion adoption of innovations such as IP-based broadcast infrastructure and immersive audio formats to advance organizational capability."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}