High School Diploma or GED

Complete courses in educational media

Have a teaching license if you plan to teach

Education after high school Most audio-visual specialists have a bachelor's degree. Several areas of study prepare you for this occupation. For example, a degree in theatre production or electronics is useful for people wanting to work in a performance setting. Some have a master's degree in library science (M.L.S.) or educational media. People wanting to work as an AV specialist in education should take courses in educational media and instructional technology. Work experience You can gain experience using audio-visual equipment in high school and college. On-the-job training As a new specialist you are likely to receive on-the-job training. In general, training lasts up to three months. Military training The military trains people to become audiovisual and broadcast technicians. Training lasts seven to 52 weeks, depending on the specialty. Skills you learn in this military occupation may prepare you to be a specialist.

May work part time, or a full time 40-hour week.

May travel to make presentations.

May work weekends and nights for concerts or productions

AUDIO-VISUAL SPECIALIST will:

Work with the public

Use computers as well as AV equipment

Many work in school systems

Some also are teachers

AUDIO-VISUAL SPECIALIST will frequently:

Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.

Sit or stand for long periods of time when viewing materials or making presentations.

It is important that the AUDIO-VISUAL SPECIALIST be able to:

See details of objects that are less than a few feet away.

Speak clearly so listeners can understand.

Understand the speech of another person.

See details of objects that are more than a few feet away.

Make quick, precise adjustments to machine controls.