Broadcast Technicians

Work using electronic equipment to gather, edit, and transmit audio and video for radio or television broadcasts.

Career Snapshot

ABOUT BROADCAST TECHNICIAN CAREERS

The world of cameras and photography is becoming more complicated. What was once a simple mechanical process of permitting light to enter a box and carve an image is today complicated by electronics and computer chips. As a result, camera and photography equipment repairers require specialised knowledge and training. 

Computer and film technology classes are available at career schools. On-the-job training is provided by manufacturers and retailers. The jobs vary greatly, ranging from the repair of a traditional reflex camera to the most recent digital item. 

These professions necessitate the ability to operate with your hands on little mechanisms as well as exceptional eyesight. You may need to be familiar with advanced measuring and checking devices. You may also operate on older cameras when the necessary parts are not readily available. In these circumstances, you must fabricate replacement parts or disassemble junked cameras. You can use a lathe, grinding wheel, or other metalworking tools to machine items. 

To perform successfully, cameras and photographic equipment must be in great operating order. When it comes to fixing them, the "emphasis" is unquestionably on patience and precision. Digital cameras are becoming more common as computer and internet technology advances. As a result, work prospects for camera and photography equipment repairers should 'grow.'

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Characteristics

Physical demands
Level of responsibilities
Critical decision making
Comfort of the work setting
Exposure to job hazards
Communication with others
Work closely with team members, clients etc.
Exposure to extreme environmental conditions
Dealing and handling conflicts
Job challenge and pressure to meet deadlines
Leadership
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Activities

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates Know More
Documenting/Recording Information Know More
Getting Information Know More
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events Know More
Interacting With Computers Know More
Making Decisions and Solving Problems Know More
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment Know More
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge Know More

Areas of Study

Communications and Media Know More
Computers and Electronics Know More
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Engineering and Technology Know More
English Language Know More
Mathematics Know More
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Top Skills

Active Listening Know More
Complex Problem Solving Know More
Critical Thinking Know More
Monitoring Know More
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Reading Comprehension Know More
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