To be successful as an audio visual technician, you should have experience transporting, assembling, operating, and repairing equipment used for multimedia production. A great audio visual technician is creative, flexible, and detail-oriented, with good communication and teamwork skills.

Audio Visual Technician Responsibilities:

• Transporting, setting up, and installing media equipment and audiovisual support tools, including speakers, monitors, cameras, and equipment racks.
• Setting up and performing electrical wiring, programming, and basic construction according to layout diagrams and schedules.
• Developing good relationships with clients to keep production moving and to help out production or event coordinators.
• Running tests on videos, audio, and signals and troubleshooting any problems that arise.
• Meeting clients' standards by handling equipment malfunctions and executing a flawless event.
• Disassembling equipment, wiring, and support tools in a safe manner.
• Performing inventory management on equipment, wiring, and accessories.
• Carrying out any cleaning, maintenance, or repairs on audiovisual equipment.
• Generating expense reports for management.

Audio Visual Technician Requirements:

• An associate's or bachelor's degree in audio visual technology or equivalent expereince
• In-depth working knowledge of camera and lighting techniques.
• Strong working knowledge of audiovisual editing equipment and software.
• Excellent computer and troubleshooting skills.
• Creativity, attention to detail, and flexibility.
• Strong communication, customer service, and organizational skills.
• The ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.
• Physical fitness to transport and set up heavy equipment.