Audiovisual Communications Technologies

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Film and Video Editors

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edit moving images on film, video, or other media. May work with a producer or director to organize images for final production. May edit or synchronize soundtracks with images.
$83880
Bachelor's degree
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Camera Operators

operate television, video, or film camera to record images or scenes for television, video, or film productions.
$67590
Associate's degree
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Broadcast Technicians

set up, operate, and maintain the electronic equipment used to acquire, edit, and transmit audio and video for radio or television programs. Control and adjust incoming and outgoing broadcast signals to regulate sound volume, signal strength, and signal clarity. Operate satellite, microwave, or other transmitter equipment to broadcast radio or television programs.
$49250
Associate's degree
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