1. Broadcast Technician e-book Created by The University of North Texas in partnership with the Texas Education Agency

2. UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright ©. All rights reserved. 2 Broadcast technicians set up and maintain the electronic equipment used in almost any radio or TV broadcast, concert, musical recording, television show, or movie.

3. UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright ©. All rights reserved. 3 They monitor and regulate signal strength and the audio and video quality of radio and television broadcasts.

4. UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright ©. All rights reserved. 4 They operate the control panels that switch cameras and monitor screens during a broadcast.

5. UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright ©. All rights reserved. 5 They understand lighting techniques and sound systems used during broadcasts.

6. UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright ©. All rights reserved. 6 They use computer software and digitized equipment to record and broadcast.

7. UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright ©. All rights reserved. 7 They must have quick hand and eye coordination to switch video feeds at the control panel.

8. UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright ©. All rights reserved. 8 Broadcast technicians use video cameras, sound systems, recording equipment, control panels, and computer systems.

9. UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright ©. All rights reserved. 9 Training for broadcast technicians can be acquired through technical schools, college degrees in broadcasting, and on-the-job training.

10. UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright ©. All rights reserved. 10 Broadcast technicians work for TV and radio stations, movie studios, theaters, churches, private organizations, and the military.

11. UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright ©. All rights reserved. 11 Technicians usually work long hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays to complete a broadcast.

12. UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright ©. All rights reserved. 12 Broadcast technicians are in increasing demand, and the pay can range between $28,000 and $100,000 per year.