Sound Technician
Operate specialised equipment used in the recording and production of sound.
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What's it like to be a Sound Technician?
Sound Technicians set up and operate equipment used to record and amplify music and sound. They work in studio or live environments where they are responsible for the installation, operation and maintenance of sound equipment.
Tasks and duties
- Setting up, calibrating, testing and operating live sound equipment, public address (PA) equipment and studio recording equipment.
- Using software and hardware to monitor and mix audio signals.
- Determining sound equipment requirements.
- Instructing performers on positioning and usage of equipment.
- Recording audio in a live or studio setting.
- Building and installing sound systems.
An interest in sound and music, aptitude working with both hardware and software products and ability to work shifts when required are key to the role of a Sound Technician. They work for television, film and radio broadcasting companies, recording studios, theatre and live entertainment venues and PA equipment hire companies.
How to become a Sound Technician
You can work as a Sound Technician without formal qualifications, but a qualification in music industry or a related field may be advantageous. Traineeships may be offered by some employers, and some on-the-job training is usually provided.
- Seek out traineeship opportunities with local employers in the music and performing arts industries.
- Complete a relevant qualification. This could be a Certificate IV in Music (Sound Production) (CUA40920).
- Develop a catalogue of your own studio recordings to show prospective employers.
- Develop your specialisation as either a studio technician working in a recording studio environment or a live sound technician in a public address (PA) environment.
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Latest Sound Technician reviews
Jun 2021
Reviewer's Qualification
Master of Arts
Experience
10+ years
Organisation size
I'm self-employed
Specialisation
Mix Engineering
The good things
It's a pleasure to assist musicians and artists in making music. Often, musicians cannot achieve the distance necessary to be objective about their work - this is when the advice and opinion of someon...
The challenges
It is a long road. It takes a lifetime of experience to do what I do. You cannot learn this job in an education setting - education is part of it, but you need to develop skills through experience.
A ...
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Sep 2023
Experience
Less than a year
Organisation size
Small (1-19 employees)
The good things
it was a good experience. I got to watch the show for free
The challenges
I don't get paid for my work
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