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Broadcast Technician is responsible for setting up, operating, maintaining, and repairing equipment used to acquire, transmit, and reproduce audio and video signals across television, radio, live streaming, and event production. They ensure high-quality transmission by monitoring signal strength, clarity, and audio-visual performance, troubleshoot technical issues, perform routine maintenance, and coordinate with producers, engineers, and other staff to support smooth broadcasts and live events. Their work encompasses a range of equipment and settings, including studios, outdoor broadcasts, conferences, cinemas, and telecommunications systems, ensuring reliable and uninterrupted delivery of content.

Tasks

Set up, test, and operate audio, video, and broadcasting equipment for productions and events.

Monitor and adjust signal quality, sound, and visual output to ensure optimal transmission.

Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain broadcasting equipment to minimise faults and ensure reliability.

Install, configure, and upgrade broadcasting and audiovisual systems, including transmitters, antennas, and media hardware.

Collaborate with production teams, directors, and clients to meet technical requirements and schedules.

Record, edit, mix, and manage audio and visual materials for post-production and broadcast.

Maintain logs and documentation of equipment performance, maintenance, and technical incidents.

Ensure compliance with safety protocols, licensing requirements, and industry regulations.

Provide technical support and guidance to staff and end-users during operations.

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Audio-Visual Techniques and Media Production

Skills

Basic

Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and manage time effectively.

Attention to detail to ensure high-quality broadcast performance and prevent technical issues.

Effective communication and teamwork skills to coordinate with colleagues and production teams.

Problem-solving and analytical abilities to diagnose and resolve technical faults.

Proficiency in operating, monitoring, and troubleshooting broadcasting, audio, and visual equipment.

Specific

Competency in content ingestion, scheduling, and secure transmission, including digital rights management.

Competency in maintaining and troubleshooting telecommunications and Radio Frequency (RF) systems, including fibre optics and coaxial cables.

Competency in troubleshooting, calibration, and preventive maintenance of broadcasting and audiovisual equipment.

Knowledge in regulatory standards, safety protocols, and broadcasting and telecommunications guidelines.

Knowledge in signal flow, transmission systems, Internet Protocol (IP)-based broadcasting, and networking for digital and analogue platforms.

Proficiency in audio and video editing software.

Proficiency in configuring and operating audiovisual and broadcast control systems.

Proficiency in operating and maintaining broadcast and audiovisual equipment, including cameras, mixers, transmitters, video switchers, projectors, microphones, and lighting consoles.

Additional Info

QUALIFICATION

Diploma or equivalent

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