Video Technician Jobs in California

A Video Technician in the broadcasting industry plays a vital role in ensuring the high-quality production of televised content. They are responsible for operating and maintaining the equipment used for filming, recording, and editing. Video Technicians also troubleshoot any technical issues and perform routine maintenance to keep the equipment in prime condition. They work closely with the production team to understand their creative vision and provide technical support to bring it to life. Beyond filming, Video Technicians may also be responsible for encoding, compressing, and ensuring the proper transmission of the video signal.

Important skills for a Video Technician include a keen eye for detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and a solid understanding of broadcasting technology. They should be familiar with various types of video equipment including cameras, microphones, and editing software. A Video Technician should also have excellent communication skills to work effectively with the rest of the production team. In terms of certifications, having a degree in Broadcasting, Communications, or a related field is usually preferred. Additionally, the Society of Broadcast Engineers (SBE) offers the Certified Video Engineer (CVE) credential, which can demonstrate a candidate's advanced knowledge and professionalism. Prior to becoming a Video Technician, individuals may have roles such as Camera Operator, Broadcast Assistant, or Video Editor to gain necessary experience in the industry.

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Library Media Technician (4537) - Eastlake High School

  • San Diego, CA
  • moments ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • moments ago

Library Media Technician (4537) - Eastlake High School About the Employer Imagine a school district that wins the San Diego County Academic Decathlon eight years in a row, that guarantees a...

KABC News Assistant - Part Time

  • Glendale, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Glendale, CA
  • 15 hours ago

ABC7 Los Angeles is seeking News Assistants for part-time employment within the news department in support of the daily production of news and other content across all platforms for Eyewitness...

Sr. Audiovisual Technician

  • Newark, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Newark, CA
  • 1 day ago

Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived...

Library Media Technician - 6 hour per day

  • Merced, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Merced, CA
  • 1 day ago

Typing Certificate minimum 40 w.p.m. High School diploma or equivalent. Experience working with children in a library or educational setting desired. General knowledge of library operations....

Library Media Technician-T. L. Reed School #83395

  • Reedley, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Reedley, CA
  • 1 day ago

LIBRARY MEDIA TECHNICIAN I Definition Under supervision of the school principal, performs a wide variety of responsible tasks related to the school library. Examples of Essential Duties 1. Be...

Library/Media Technician - Durfee - PAF#1260020

  • El Monte, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • El Monte, CA
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary Job Summary Performs a variety of clerical and technical library duties in an elementary or K-8 library or in the school media center. View Job Description Required: High School...

About the Employer Mission Statement: We are a devoted educational community that develops our students to become local and global influencers through dynamic learning experiences. Job Summary Job...

Library Media Technician II - Elementary (Substitute )

  • Vista, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Vista, CA
  • 4 days ago

Vista Unified School District See attachment on original job posting Refer to the job posting for a list of experience requirements or if you have any questions or need further clarification,...

Part time Pottery Studio Technician

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 5 days ago

Part-Time Studio Technician (Pottery Studio) Location: Long Beach, CA Hours: 8 hours per week (Flexible Schedule) About the Role: Were looking for a reliable and hardworking Studio Technician to...

Control Room Operator - Baggage Handling Systems (SFO, 3rd Shift)

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 6 days ago

Company Description BEUMER Group is an international manufacturing leader in intralogistics in the fields of conveying, loading, palletising, packaging, sortation and distribution technology....

Library & Media Technician, Megan Cope Elementary

  • San Jacinto, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • San Jacinto, CA
  • 6 days ago

Library & Media Technician, Megan Cope Elementary About the Employer San Jacinto Unified School District is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse faculty and staff. Located in...

School Library Media Technician at Faria Elementary School #011

  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 7 days ago

About the Employer We hope you will explore the various career opportunities we have available and consider joining the staff of one of the premier public school districts in California. We seek...

Job Summary Job Summary Under the direction of the site administration/Principal, assists certificated staff in monitoring of student activities, preparation of educational materials and...

School Library Media Technician at Montclaire Elementary School #012

  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 7 days ago

About the Employer We hope you will explore the various career opportunities we have available and consider joining the staff of one of the premier public school districts in California. We seek...

Library Media Technician Secondary - Redwood Middle

  • Napa, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Napa, CA
  • 9 days ago

About the Employer Join our collaborative, inclusive environment that allows you the opportunity to do meaningful, rewarding work. Become part of our family-oriented, welcoming community that...

Demographic Data for California

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Video Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Video Technician Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireBroadcasting research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Video Technicians in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
66.7%
Master's Degree
11.2%
Associate's Degree
9.4%
High School or GED
5.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.9%
Some College
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Video Technicians in California
1-2 years
36.5%
2-4 years
19.0%
4-6 years
13.9%
None
12.2%
6-8 years
10.3%
Less than 1 year
8.0%
8-10 years
0.1%


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