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Sound Engineering Technicians

Description

Operate machines and equipment to record, synchronize, mix, or reproduce music, voices, or sound effects in sporting arenas, theater productions, recording studios, or movie and video productions.

Common Tasks

  • Tear down equipment after event completion.
  • Convert video and audio recordings into digital formats for editing or archiving.
  • Set up, test, and adjust recording equipment for recording sessions and live performances.
  • Confer with producers, performers, and others to determine and achieve the desired sound for a production, such as a musical recording or a film.
  • Regulate volume level and sound quality during recording sessions, using control consoles.

Required Education

Postsecondary non-degree award

Wages

In 2016 the mean hourly wage in the Greater Sacramento area was $19.84 . The hourly rate for this occupation typically paid between $9.27 and $28.12 .

In 2016 the mean annual salary in the Greater Sacramento area was $41,279.71 . The annual salary for this occupation typically paid between $19,315.93 and $58,505.80 .

Occupation Outlook

This occupation employed 4,700 people in California during 2014.

By 2024, there is expected to be an increase of 10.6% in the number of jobs in California for this occupation, bringing to total number to 5,200.

By 2024, in California, the median hourly rate for this occupation is expected to be $30.00 with the median annual salary reaching $62,665.

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