Potential Career/Occupation Information

Occupation Information table

Overview:	Set up, operate, and maintain the electronic equipment used to transmit radio and television programs. Control audio equipment to regulate volume level and quality of sound during radio and television broadcasts. Operate radio transmitter to broadcast radio and television programs.
Duties:	Monitor strength, clarity, and reliability of incoming and outgoing signals, and adjust equipment as necessary to maintain quality broadcasts. Observe monitors and converse with station personnel to determine audio and video levels and to ascertain that programs are airing. Monitor and log transmitter readings. Report equipment problems, ensure that repairs are made, and make emergency repairs to equipment when necessary and possible. Play and record broadcast programs using automation systems. Control audio equipment to regulate the volume and sound quality during radio and television broadcasts. Align antennae with receiving dishes to obtain the clearest signal for transmission of broadcasts from field locations. Maintain programming logs, as required by station management and the Federal Communications Commission. Regulate the fidelity, brightness, and contrast of video transmissions, using video console control panels. Select sources from which programming will be received, or through which programming will be transmitted.
Degree(s):	A.S. Theatre: Concentrations in Acting or Technical Theatre
Job Outlook:	Employment in this field is projected to decline by 2% or more from 2018 to 2028. For comparison, the average growth rate for all occupations over the same time period is projected to be 5% to 8%.
Education Level:	Training for this occupation generally requires an Associate Degree from a 2 year or community college.
Recommended Skills:	Weighing out the options in a situation or a problem and logically choosing the best course of action. Paying attention to what other people are saying, and taking time to understand the points being made. Watching gauges and any other types of indicators to make sure equipment is running properly. The ability to understand complex written paragraphs, instructions, or reports. Using logic to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Analyzing the symptoms of a problem and deciding what actions should be taken to resolve the problem.
Recommended Values:	Having the ability to work with equipment or material things.

* National data collected by the Department of Labor in 2014 with projections through 2024. For New York green job information .

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Understanding acquiring positions in this field may be enhanced through continuing academic study (i.e. earning a baccalaureate or a master's degree) and/or work experience in the field, Queensborough Community College has established transfer agreements with other institutions for students who wish to further pursue their educational goals. Students are highly encouraged to meet with one of our Career Services to fully understand the opportunities available through study in their degree program.