Broadcast Technicians

# 477 overall · better than 45.2% of other jobs
2.6
Low to No Risk
42.9% tasks are partially/fully automatable
2/5
Automatability
2/5
Emotional Intelligence
2/5
Physical Requirements
2/5
Forgivability
3/5
Technical Feasibility
3/5
Economic Incentive
4/5
Ethics
Overall, the job of a broadcast technician has a balanced mix of technical, physical, and emotional tasks, some of which can be automated. While AI can assist in many routine tasks, full displacement is unlikely due to the need for human oversight and problem-solving.

Median Salary: $57,690

Traits: 57

54/100Consequence_of_Error
80/100Contact_With_Others
46/100Coordinate_or_Lead_Others
32/100Cramped_Work_Space_Awkward_Positions
50/100Deal_With_External_Customers
3/100Deal_With_Physically_Aggressive_People
39/100Deal_With_Unpleasant_or_Angry_People
42/100Degree_of_Automation
51/100Duration_of_Typical_Work_Week
99/100Electronic_Mail
19/100Exposed_to_Contaminants
3/100Exposed_to_Disease_or_Infections
19/100Exposed_to_Hazardous_Conditions
25/100Exposed_to_Hazardous_Equipment
29/100Exposed_to_High_Places
21/100Exposed_to_Minor_Burns_Cuts_Bites_or_Stings
16/100Exposed_to_Radiation
2/100Exposed_to_Whole_Body_Vibration
22/100Extremely_Bright_or_Inadequate_Lighting
95/100Face-to-Face_Discussions
71/100Freedom_to_Make_Decisions
34/100Frequency_of_Conflict_Situations
73/100Frequency_of_Decision_Making
79/100Impact_of_Decisions_on_Co-workers_or_Company_Results
79/100Importance_of_Being_Exact_or_Accurate
52/100Importance_of_Repeating_Same_Tasks
39/100In_an_Enclosed_Vehicle_or_Equipment
5/100In_an_Open_Vehicle_or_Equipment
99/100Indoors_Environmentally_Controlled
26/100Indoors_Not_Environmentally_Controlled
55/100Letters_and_Memos
43/100Level_of_Competition
36/100Outdoors_Exposed_to_Weather
25/100Outdoors_Under_Cover
31/100Pace_Determined_by_Speed_of_Equipment
51/100Physical_Proximity
25/100Public_Speaking
67/100Responsibility_for_Outcomes_and_Results
41/100Responsible_for_Others_Health_and_Safety
58/100Sounds_Noise_Levels_Are_Distracting_or_Uncomfortable
20/100Spend_Time_Bending_or_Twisting_the_Body
14/100Spend_Time_Climbing_Ladders_Scaffolds_or_Poles
11/100Spend_Time_Keeping_or_Regaining_Balance
19/100Spend_Time_Kneeling_Crouching_Stooping_or_Crawling
30/100Spend_Time_Making_Repetitive_Motions
77/100Spend_Time_Sitting
36/100Spend_Time_Standing
63/100Spend_Time_Using_Your_Hands_to_Handle_Control_or_Feel_Objects_Tools_or_Controls
26/100Spend_Time_Walking_and_Running
72/100Structured_versus_Unstructured_Work
89/100Telephone
73/100Time_Pressure
21/100Very_Hot_or_Cold_Temperatures
24/100Wear_Common_Protective_or_Safety_Equipment_such_as_Safety_Shoes_Glasses_Gloves_Hearing_Protection_Hard_Hats_or_Life_Jackets
4/100Wear_Specialized_Protective_or_Safety_Equipment_such_as_Breathing_Apparatus_Safety_Harness_Full_Protection_Suits_or_Radiation_Protection
27/100Work_Schedules
88/100Work_With_Work_Group_or_Team

Tasks performed as Broadcast Technicians

Low to No Risk
13
Moderate Risk
2
High Risk
10
Extreme Risk
3
  • 1.5Report equipment problems, ensure that repairs are made, and make emergency repairs to equipment when necessary and possible.
  • 1.8Align antennae with receiving dishes to obtain the clearest signal for transmission of broadcasts from field locations.
  • 2Substitute programs in cases where signals fail.
  • 2.5Organize recording sessions and prepare areas, such as radio booths and television stations, for recording.
  • 1.5Instruct trainees in use of television production equipment, filming of events, and copying and editing graphics or sound onto videotape.
  • 1.2Give technical directions to other personnel during filming.
  • 2.5Set up and operate portable field transmission equipment outside the studio.
  • 2Determine the number, type, and approximate location of microphones needed for best sound recording or transmission quality, and position them appropriately.
  • 0.5Design and modify equipment to employer specifications.
  • 2Prepare reports outlining past and future programs, including content.
  • 1Discuss production requirements with clients.
  • 2.3Set up, operate, and maintain broadcast station computers and networks.
  • 2.3Install broadcast equipment, troubleshoot equipment problems, and perform maintenance or minor repairs, using hand tools.

42.9% of Broadcast Technicians tasks can be automated with AI or robotics

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