Audio Technician Jobs in Illinois

An Audio Technician in the broadcasting industry is responsible for setting up, operating and maintaining the electronic equipment used to capture, edit and transmit audio in a broadcasting company. They ensure the sound quality in productions such as radio, television, concerts, or film is of the highest quality. They use complex audio mixer boards and editing software, and may record, synchronize, mix, or reproduce music, voices, or sound effects. They also identify and resolve sound-related issues that could interfere with the sound quality or interrupt a production.

Important skills for an Audio Technician include strong communication, problem-solving, and technical skills. They should have a good understanding of acoustics and the ability to manually set up and dismantle audio equipment. Experience with audio editing software is essential. An Audio Technician typically needs a degree in audio production, broadcasting, or a related field, and some positions may require certification from an organization such as the Society of Broadcast Engineers. Prior roles that a person may hold before becoming an Audio Technician include Audio Assistant, Sound Editor, or Broadcast Assistant.

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Games & Sound Technician - $19.93

  • Gurnee, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Gurnee, IL
  • 7 days ago

Join the Electronics; Games and Sound team! Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Perform necessary repairs and maintenance on sound systems, visual equipment, ride special effects, cameras,...

Freelance Event Production Technician

  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago

Familiarity with post-production software including Adobe Premiere and Final Cut Pro. AREAS FOR GROWTH?...

News Production Assistant [Springfield]

  • Southern View, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Southern View, IL
  • 12 days ago

News Production Assistant (Part-Time) WICS has an exciting opportunity for a part-time News Production Assistant! Responsibilities include: Operate Deko, Audio or Camera for our Evening & Weekend...

Control Room Operator Needed to Relocate to MT

  • Ellisville, IL
  • 14 days ago
  • Ellisville, IL
  • 14 days ago

My name is Dan Cohen, and I am a Manufacturing recruiter working with a well-respected Power Plant in southeast MT, that has been searching for a Control Room Operator with experience such as...

Control Room Operator Needed to Relocate to MT

  • Alton, IL
  • 23 days ago
  • Alton, IL
  • 23 days ago

My name is Dan Cohen, and I am a Manufacturing recruiter working with a well-respected Power Plant in southeast MT, that has been searching for a Control Room Operator with experience such as...

Control Room Operator Needed to Relocate to MT

  • East Alton, IL
  • 23 days ago
  • East Alton, IL
  • 23 days ago

My name is Dan Cohen, and I am a Manufacturing recruiter working with a well-respected Power Plant in southeast MT, that has been searching for a Control Room Operator with experience such as...

Control Room Operator Needed to Relocate to MT

  • Westville, IL
  • 28 days ago
  • Westville, IL
  • 28 days ago

My name is Dan Cohen, and I am a Manufacturing recruiter working with a well-respected Power Plant in southeast MT, that has been searching for a Control Room Operator with experience such as...

Control Room Operator Needed to Relocate to MT

  • Georgetown, IL
  • 28 days ago
  • Georgetown, IL
  • 28 days ago

My name is Dan Cohen, and I am a Manufacturing recruiter working with a well-respected Power Plant in southeast MT, that has been searching for a Control Room Operator with experience such as...

News Production Assistant (Part-Time)

  • Springfield, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 30+ days ago

WICS has an exciting opportunity for a part-time News Production Assistant! Responsibilities include: Operate Deko, Audio or Camera for our Evening & Weekend Newscasts Run teleprompter for...

Jewelry Television - Bi-Lingual Spanish/English Production Specialist

  • Tennessee, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tennessee, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Jewelry Television - Bi-Lingual Spanish/English Production Specialist The Bi-Lingual Spanish/English Production Specialist at Jewelry Television would serve on the JTV Espanol Show Production in...

Broadcast Technician

  • Chicago, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 90+ days ago

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY Fox TV StationsFOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest...

Demographic Data for Illinois

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Audio Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Creating Audio Description: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Audio description (AD) is a key means by which the full diversity of a programme, film, or live performance can be conveyed, allowing for greater participation and engagement from audiences. On...
Audio Engineering: Adjectives of Audio
This course consists of the explanations of popular adjectives used to describe audio.Dark - this means the signal sounds vintage, to understand what vintage sounds like listen to some old...
Playful Augmented Reality Audio Design Exploration
Students explore augmented reality audio through the design and evaluation of prototypes. Participants will probe design space and illuminate creative possibilities. This includes productive,...

Salary for Audio Technician Jobs in Illinois

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

Highest Education Level

Audio Technicians in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
66.7%
Master's Degree
11.2%
Associate's Degree
9.4%
High School or GED
5.2%
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 Audio Technicians in Illinois
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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