How do they match: Sound Engineering Technicians

  • Mixer
  • Mixing Operator
  • Mixing Engineer
  • Audio Operator
  • Play Back Operator
  • Rerecording Mixer
  • Sound Mixer
  • Sound Truck Operator

  • Assemble and operate equipment to record, synchronize, mix, edit, or reproduce sound, including music, voices, or sound effects, for theater, video, film, television, podcasts, sporting events, and other productions.

  • Mix and edit voices, music, and taped sound effects for live performances and for prerecorded events, using sound mixing boards.
  • Set up, test, and adjust recording equipment for recording sessions and live performances.
  • Prepare for recording sessions by performing such activities as selecting and setting up microphones.
  • Separate instruments, vocals, and other sounds, and combine sounds during the mixing or postproduction stage.

  • Mix sound inputs.
  • Operate audio recording equipment.
  • Operate control consoles for sound, lighting or video.