Audio-visual technician | Average UK Salary & Outlook

Audio-visual technicians install and operate visual, sound and lighting equipment at conference centres, schools, colleges and events.

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Notify supervisors when major equipment repairs are needed.
Diagnose and resolve media system problems.
Direct and coordinate activities of assistants and other personnel during production.
Compress, digitize, duplicate, and store audio and video data.
Install, adjust, and operate electronic equipment to record, edit, and transmit radio and television

Notify supervisors when major equipment repairs are needed.
Diagnose and resolve media system problems.
Direct and coordinate activities of assistants and other personnel during production.
Compress, digitize, duplicate, and store audio and video data.
Install, adjust, and operate electronic equipment to record, edit, and transmit radio and television programs, motion pictures, video conferencing, or multimedia presentations.
Control the lights and sound of events, such as live concerts, before and after performances, and during intermissions.
Switch sources of video input from one camera or studio to another, from film to live programming, or from network to local programming.
Record and edit audio material, such as movie soundtracks, using audio recording and editing equipment.
Perform minor repairs and routine cleaning of audio and video equipment.
Design layouts of audio and video equipment and perform upgrades and maintenance.
Conduct training sessions on selection, use, and design of audio-visual materials and on operation of presentation equipment.
Monitor incoming and outgoing pictures and sound feeds to ensure quality and notify directors of any possible problems.
Mix and regulate sound inputs and feeds or coordinate audio feeds with television pictures.
Construct and position properties, sets, lighting equipment, and other equipment.
Reserve audio-visual equipment and facilities, such as meeting rooms.
Determine formats, approaches, content, levels, and mediums to effectively meet objectives within budgetary constraints, using research, knowledge, and training.
Edit videotapes by erasing and removing portions of programs and adding video or sound as required.
Obtain, set up, and load videotapes for scheduled productions or broadcasts.
Produce rough and finished graphics and graphic designs.
Locate and secure settings, properties, effects, and other production necessities.
Meet with directors and senior members of camera crews to discuss assignments and determine filming sequences, camera movements, and picture composition.
Maintain inventories of audio and videotapes and related supplies.
Obtain and preview musical performance programs prior to events to become familiar with the order and approximate times of pieces.
Perform narration of productions or present announcements.
Plan and develop pre-production ideas into outlines, scripts, story boards, and graphics, using own ideas or specifications of assignments.

Average salary
29,310 GBP *
per year

Average salary for Audio-visual technician

29,310 GBP

Average salary for full-time Audio-visual technician

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Salary over time for Audio-visual technician

Salary for this role has increased over time

27,982 GBP
28,481 GBP
29,871 GBP
32,334 GBP
32,763 GBP
33,669 GBP
29,310 GBP
26,043 GBP

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Future outlook for Audio-visual technicians

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5 000+ jobs available

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-1% yearly wage growth (on average)

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49% chance of automation in the future

Which qualifications do I need?

Find out what you need to know in order to become a Audio-visual technician and the highest average level of education for people in this role.

In terms of people already doing this job:

43% of people in this role have a Bachelor's degree
25% of people in this role have GCSEs or equivalent
20% of people in this role have a post-secondary qualification such as a Higher National Diploma

There is no set entry route to become an audio-visual technician but it may be useful to do a college course like:

Level 2 Technical Diploma in Digital Audio and Visual Production
Level 3 Diploma in Creative Media Production
Level 3 Certificate in Technical Theatre: Sound, Light and Stage

This would teach you some of the skills needed for the job. You could then try to find a trainee job with a theatre, college or events company. Some employers may prefer you to have experience of live events.

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What soft skills do I need?

Rise above the competition by brushing up on the 5 most important soft skills you need to become a Audio-visual technician.

Monitoring Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action

Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems

Operation Monitoring Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly

Reading Comprehension Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents

Complex Problem Solving Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions

What technical skills do I need?

Technical skills are programmes, softwares and things you need to know in order to be a successful Audio-visual technician. Check that you know:

Data base user interface and query software Blackboard; Microsoft Access

Graphics or photo imaging software Adobe Systems Adobe Flash; Adobe Systems Adobe Illustrator

Operating system software Cisco IOS; Linux

Video creation and editing software Adobe Systems Adobe AfterEffects

Web page creation and editing software Adobe Systems Adobe Dreamweaver; Adobe Systems Adobe Flash Player

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Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Adaptability/Flexibility Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Cooperation Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical.

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