Sound technician - Queensland Industry Tourism Council
Sound technician
Sound technician
Sound technicians operate audio equipment to record, enhance, mix and amplify sound in support of television, radio, film or video productions or stage performances.
Day-to-day
- Set up and adjust equipment such as microphones, and operate sound mixing consoles and associated equipment to regulate volume and sound quality
- Select and set up television recording, editing and mixing equipment and adjust and monitor their operation
- Discuss the production’s sound needs with sound designers
- Identify places in the script where any sound effects, music and changes in sound level are needed
- Operate the sound desk during shows
- Pre-record any sound effects and music to be used
Future demand
moderate
How to become a Sound technician
- You can work as a sound technician without formal qualifications, however, a course in audio visual studies, or music industry may be useful. Vocational Education and Training (VET) and university are both common study pathways.
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Luke Symons
Audio specialist, DarkArts Global
Luke Symons
Audio specialist, DarkArts Global
During my career as a live sound technician, I’ve been fortunate to work on events of all sizes, around Australia and across the globe. I configure, implement, and optimise large scale sound systems with the aim of delivering an engaging audio experience to every seat in the house. The unforgiving and fast paced environment is equal parts challenging and rewarding.
