Set up, operate, and maintain the electronic equipment used to transmit radio and television programs. Control audio equipment to regulate volume level and quality of sound during radio and television broadcasts. Operate radio transmitter to broadcast radio and television programs.

• Access Coordinator, Cable Television
• Audio Operator
• Field Engineer
• Field Supervisor, Broadcast
• Master Control Operator
• Technical Testing Engineer
• Technician, News Gathering
• Telecine Operator
• Television Technician
• Transmitter Operator
• Video Operator
• Videotape Operator

• Align antennae with receiving dishes to obtain the clearest signal for transmission of broadcasts from field locations.
• Control audio equipment to regulate the volume and sound quality during radio and television broadcasts.
• Design and modify equipment to employer specifications.
• Determine the number, type, and approximate location of microphones needed for best sound recording or transmission quality, and position them appropriately.
• Discuss production requirements with clients.
• Edit broadcast material electronically, using computers.
• Give technical directions to other personnel during filming.
• Instruct trainees in how to use television production equipment, how to film events, and how to copy and edit graphics or sound onto videotape.
• Maintain programming logs, as required by station management and the Federal Communications Commission.
• Monitor strength, clarity, and reliability of incoming and outgoing signals, and adjust equipment as necessary to maintain quality broadcasts.
• Observe monitors and converse with station personnel to determine audio and video levels and to ascertain that programs are airing.
• Organize recording sessions, and prepare areas such as radio booths and television stations for recording.
• Perform preventive and minor equipment maintenance, using hand tools.
• Prepare reports outlining past and future programs, including content.
• Preview scheduled programs to ensure that signals are functioning and programs are ready for transmission.
• Produce educational and training films and videotapes by performing activities such as selecting equipment and preparing scripts.
• Record sound onto tape or film for radio or television, checking its quality and making adjustments where necessary.
• Regulate the fidelity, brightness, and contrast of video transmissions, using video console control panels.
• Report equipment problems, ensure that repairs are made, and make emergency repairs to equipment when necessary and possible.
• Schedule programming, or read television programming logs to determine which programs are to be recorded or aired.
• Select sources from which programming will be received, or through which programming will be transmitted.
• Set up and operate portable field transmission equipment outside the studio.
• Substitute programs in cases where signals fail.

• calibrate or adjust electronic equipment or instruments to specification
• communicate technical information
• demonstrate or explain assembly or use of equipment
• distinguish colors
• drive automobile, van, or light truck
• edit video film scenes
• edit written material
• install electronic power, communication, control, or security equipment or systems
• install/connect electrical equipment to power circuit
• maintain daily logs or records
• monitor audio or video transmission or reception
• monitor or review news or programming copy or film
• operate audio-visual equipment
• operate broadcast regulating equipment
• operate radio transmitter, receiver, or auxiliary equipment
• operate recording or broadcast studio controls
• operate remote broadcast equipment
• operate sound-reproducing or recording equipment
• operate special visual effects equipment
• operate video recorders
• prepare reports
• read blueprints
• read schematics
• read technical drawings
• read work order, instructions, formulas, or processing charts
• replace electronic components
• schedule activities, classes, or events
• solder electrical or electronic connections or components
• test electrical/electronic wiring, equipment, systems or fixtures
• test electronic or electrical circuit connections
• understand detailed electronic design specifications
• understand service or repair manuals
• understand technical information for electronic repair work
• understand technical operating, service or repair manuals
• use electrical or electronic test devices or equipment
• use film production techniques
• use hand or power tools
• use interpersonal communication techniques
• use precision tools in electronics repair
• use soldering equipment
• use voltmeter, ammeter, or ohmmeter