Operates audio equipment to record, enhance, mix and amplify sound in support of television, radio, film or video productions, or stage performances.

Sets up and adjusts equipment such as microphones, and operates sound mixing consoles and associated equipment to regulate volume and sound quality; selects and sets up television recording, editing and mixing equipment, and adjusts and monitors their operation.

• Works indoors or outdoors depending upon what is being recorded and where (e.g. studio production, event sound systems, recording of concerts).
• May also operate entirely in a sound production studio utilising an array of digital production equipment.
• Usually works in adequately heated and ventilated spaces if indoors. Likely to work in all weather conditions if outdoors

• Physical demand is light to medium.
• Standing and walking about the location is frequent.
• Sitting at recording/soundboard desk or computer is frequently required.
• Stretching and reaching across is likely to be occasional when setting up sound systems, especially if at events.
• Bending is likely when using sound mixers and adjusting equipment.
• Squatting, crouching and kneeling is unlikely to be required.
• Twisting of the body or neck is not a significant component of the job.
• Contact with skin irritants or water is unlikely. Ear protection may be required in some settings.
• Lifting, carrying and holding is likely on a frequent basis when moving/using sound recording equipment, however, this is unlikely to exceed the light to medium physical demand level.
• Repetitive movements are unlikely to be necessary.
• Driving of vehicles may be required to attend locations.
• Use of hand-held and power tools and equipment will include electronic sound mixing equipment, computers, minidisks, CD writers, microphones and amplifiers.
• Mental skills necessary include musical, technical, decision-making, computing, problem-solving and communication skills.

A New Zealand Register Level 4 qualification or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 3). In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. For entry-level positions on-the-job training may be sufficient.

There are opportunities for flexibility of movement.