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In furtherance of this mission, the BXDA seeks experienced and enthusiastic Video Technician. Job Responsibilities: Specific duties include but not limited to the following: - Respond to crime scenes ...

Video Technician

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$35 - $45/hr

Got Light designs and produces lighting, audio, and video for hundreds of events each year including some of the most notable openings, premiers, and galas in San Francisco & beyond! Make Art. Have ...

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES At a minimum, the A/V Technician role will be responsible for successfully carrying out the following essential functions and duties: Audio, Video ...

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES At a minimum, the A/V Technician role will be responsible for successfully carrying out the following essential functions and duties: Audio, Video ...

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES At a minimum, the A/V Technician role will be responsible for successfully carrying out the following essential functions and duties: Audio, Video ...

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How much do video technician jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for video technician in the United States is $25.43, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $29.09 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Video Technicians?

Video Technicians are professionals responsible for operating, installing, and maintaining video equipment used in live events, broadcasts, film production, or corporate settings. They handle cameras, projectors, monitors, switchers, and other audiovisual technology to ensure high-quality video output. Their work often includes setting up equipment, troubleshooting technical issues, and collaborating with directors or producers to achieve the desired visual effects. Video Technicians play a crucial role in ensuring that video presentations run smoothly and meet production standards.

What Does a Video Technician Do?

A video technician is responsible for operating, maintaining, and repairing audiovisual equipment for live events like meetings, webinars, online classes, concerts, and more. The types of equipment include video cameras, audio devices like speakers and microphones, screens, projectors, and cameras if providing photo services. As a video technician, your job duties involve installing equipment, performing sound checks, adjusting settings, and troubleshooting and solving technical problems. The qualifications for this career include a high school diploma, knowledge of video technology, and experience working with a variety of audiovisual equipment, both old and new. These skills can be obtained through video broadcasting education programs or by working in entry-level positions installing or repairing equipment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Video Technician, and why are they important?

To excel as a Video Technician, you need strong technical knowledge of video equipment, signal flow, and video editing, typically supported by relevant education or hands-on experience. Familiarity with tools such as video switchers, projectors, non-linear editing software (like Adobe Premiere or Final Cut Pro), and video conferencing systems is essential. Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication help you stand out in this role. These skills ensure seamless video production, quick troubleshooting, and successful collaboration in live events or broadcast environments.

What are some common challenges faced by Video Technicians during live events, and how can they be addressed?

Video Technicians often encounter challenges such as unexpected equipment malfunctions, last-minute changes to event scripts, and adapting to different venue setups. To address these, it's important to conduct thorough pre-event testing of all video systems, maintain clear communication with other technical staff, and have backup equipment readily available. Flexibility and quick problem-solving are key, as is staying calm under pressure to ensure seamless video production during live events.

What is the difference between Video Technician vs Camera Operator?

AspectVideo TechnicianCamera Operator
CredentialsTechnical certifications, audiovisual trainingBasic camera operation training, sometimes certifications
Work EnvironmentBroadcast studios, live events, production facilitiesFilm sets, live events, newsrooms
Employer & IndustryBroadcast stations, production companiesFilm, television, live event companies
Job FocusEquipment setup, troubleshooting, signal managementCapturing footage, framing shots, camera operation

While both roles involve working with video equipment, a Video Technician primarily handles technical setup, troubleshooting, and signal management, whereas a Camera Operator focuses on capturing footage and framing shots. The roles often overlap in live production settings but differ in technical versus creative responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Video Technician job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 57% Full Time, 31% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,887 per year, or $25.4 per hour.
Video Technician

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago


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Job description

Job Description

**THIS POSITION IS ONLY OPEN TO CANDIDATES WHO ARE PERMANENT IN THE CIVIL SERVICE TITLE OF MEDIA SERVICES TECHNICIAN OR REACHABLE ON THE CURRENT EXAM # 3088 IN THE CIVIL SERVICE TITLE OF MEDIA SERVICES TECHNICIAN.
The Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County ("BXDA") is charged with the twin goals of ensuring public safety and striving for equal justice for the over 1.4 million members of the Bronx County community. By "Pursuing Justice with Integrity," the BXDA places a focus on assistance for crime victims while simultaneously ensuring fairness to defendants. Moreover, the BXDA aims to balance the need to seek appropriate punishment for certain crimes while recognizing when punitive measures do not adequately advance justice. By recognizing these significant distinctions and acting accordingly, BXDA has established a standard of excellence in the representation of the Bronx community at large, which continues to grow stronger every day.
In furtherance of this mission, the BXDA seeks experienced and enthusiastic Video Technician.
Job Responsibilities:
Specific duties include but not limited to the following:
- Respond to crime scenes, police precincts, hospitals and other pertinent locations at the request of the District Attorney.
- Record on videotape crime scenes and statements by defendants and witnesses and preserve and maintain them for use as evidence in court.
- Retrieve surveillance footage, preserve and maintain this media for use as evidence during trial and create duplications for discovery purposes.
- Perform tasks related to NYPD's Body Worn Camera (BWC) Program deployment, including downloading, duplicating, editing, and redacting BWC footage.
- Provide the District Attorney's Office with technical support for courtroom presentations to audio/video recordings redactions.
- Create duplications, and/or perform edits.
- Play any audio/video tapes and disks that become evidence, as well as clarifications to overcome acoustic and visual problems in courtrooms.
- All other duties as assigned.
MEDIA SERVICES TECHNICIAN - 90622

Qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional, or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of
Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), including or supplemented by 24 semester credits in one or a combination of the following areas of study: electronics technology, television production, broadcast communications, film production, audio production; or
2. An associate degree from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional, or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of
Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) including or supplemented by 12 semester credits in one or a combination of the following areas of study: electronics technology, television production, broadcast communications, film production, audio production, still photography, graphic arts or in a related field and one year of satisfactory full-time experience operating, maintaining, and repairing audio-visual, video and related broadcast
production equipment; or
3. A certificate or diploma in electronics or another area of study described in ""2"" above from an accredited vocational or technical high school, approved by a State's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization and two years of satisfactory full-time experience as described
in ""2"" above; or
4. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization, and three years of satisfactory full-time
experience as described in ""2""above; or
5. A combination of education and/or experience equivalent to ""1"",""2"",""3"", or ""4"" above. However, all candidates must have a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent. Two years
of certified experience as a member of a high school audio-visual squad, or one year of work-study experience in an approved NYC Department of Education program which included work with audiovisual or related electronic equipment, may be substituted for six months of the experience described in ""2"" above. College education above an associate degree including the 12 specialty credits, but
less than a baccalaureate degree including the 24 specialty credits, can be substituted for experience on the following basis: 5 college credits including 1 specialty credit, can be substituted for 1 month
of experience.
Driver License Requirement: By the time you are appointed to this position, you must have a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

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The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.


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