Audio and Video Technicians
Set up, maintain, and dismantle audio and video equipment, such as microphones, sound speakers, connecting wires and cables, sound and mixing boards, video cameras, video monitors and servers, and related electronic equipment for live or recorded events, such as concerts, meetings, conventions, presentations, podcasts, news conferences, and sporting events.
SOC: 27-4011.00
Common Job Titles
AV Tech (Audio Visual Technician)Audio Visual Specialist (AV Specialist)Media TechnicianOperations Technician
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Audio and Video Technicians (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
70,080
Wage Distribution by Percentile
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $35,290 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $98,190 |
| Workers on average earn | $61,370 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Computers and Electronics4.1/5
- Communications and Media4.1/5
- English Language4.0/5
- Telecommunications3.7/5
- Fine Arts3.6/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
Adobe After EffectsAdobe IllustratorAdobe InDesignAdobe PhotoshopCisco WebexLinuxMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft TeamsMicrosoft WindowsMicrosoft WordZoom
Technology Skills
Adobe DreamweaverApple Final Cut ProApple iMovieBlackboard softwareCisco IOSComputer aided design CAD softwareCorel Ulead DVD WorkshopVoice over internet protocol VoIP system software
Tools & Equipment
Assistive amplification systemsAudio presentation systemsAudioconferencing systemsAudiovisual A/V mixersCassette playersClaw hammersCompact disk CD burners or playersDesktop computers