High school diploma or GED

Trade schools or community colleges ¿ degree / certification

On-the-job training

Some camera and photographic equipment repairers learn their skills on the job from an experienced repairer. Training may last up to two years. You usually begin as a helper. As you progress, you work on more complex tasks.

Usually work a regular 40-hour week, although some may work overtime

May work evenings and Saturdays in some shops

CAMERA AND PHOTOGRAPHIC EQUIPMENT REPAIRER will:

Work with microphones, cameras, tape recorders, and control panels

Sometimes work on location, but mostly work indoors

Take courses to keep skills up-to-date

Usually train through broadcast technology or electronics course work

BROADCAST TECHNICIANS frequently:

Sit for long periods of time.

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

Repeat the same movements while working with computers and equipment

It is important that BROADCAST TECHNICIANS be able to:

Hear sounds and recognize the difference between them

See differences between colors, shades, and brightness

See details of objects whether they are nearby or far away

Understand the speech of another person

Make quick, precise adjustments to machine controls

Use fingers or hands to grasp, move, or assemble objects

Focus on one source of sound and ignore others

Speak clearly so listeners can understand

Hold the arm and hand in one position or hold the hand steady while moving the arm