
Set up and calibrate microphones, mixers, and audio interfaces for live broadcasts, studio recordings, or field productions. Monitor and adjust sound levels in real-time to maintain audio clarity and avoid distortion, feedback, or imbalance. Perform setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of audio equipment and systems to ensure operational readiness and reliability. Coordinate with producers, talent, and technical crew to meet artistic and technical audio requirements. Troubleshoot and repair audio system issues or equipment failures under time-sensitive conditions.
Set up, maintain, and dismantle audio and video equipment, including microphones, sound speakers, mixing boards, and video monitors for live or recorded events. Connect wires, cables, and related equipment for sound and video systems, ensuring they function properly during broadcasts. Notify supervisors when major equipment repairs are needed, ensuring timely maintenance to avoid production disruptions. Perform routine cleaning and minor repairs on audio and video equipment to maintain operational efficiency. Coordinate the activities of assistants and other staff during production, ensuring all technical tasks are completed smoothly.
Edit and synchronize dialogue, foley, music, and sound effects to enhance storytelling and emotional impact in alignment with the production’s creative direction. Organize and label sound elements for seamless integration into the post-production workflow, including preparation for final sound mixing. Operate sound editing tools and software (e.g., Pro Tools, Adobe Audition) to clean, enhance, and format audio assets. Conduct quality checks and ensure copyright compliance for all sound materials used in the final output. Mix audio tracks into a coherent and balanced final output, ensuring consistency across scenes and readiness for delivery to playout or digital platforms.
