O*NET-SOC 27-2012.05

Media Technical Directors/Managers

Coordinate activities of technical departments, such as taping, editing, engineering, and maintenance, to produce radio or television programs.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3

Direct technical aspects of newscasts and other productions, checking and switching between video sources and taking responsibility for the on-air product, including camera shots and graphics.Supplemental3894
Switch between video sources in a studio or on multi-camera remotes, using equipment such as switchers, video slide projectors, and video effects generators.Core3904
Observe pictures through monitors and direct camera and video staff concerning shading and composition.Core3897
Follow instructions from production managers and directors during productions, such as commands for camera cuts, effects, graphics, and takes.Supplemental3908
Supervise and assign duties to workers engaged in technical control and production of radio and television programs.Core3899
Set up and execute video transitions and special effects, such as fades, dissolves, cuts, keys, and supers, using computers to manipulate pictures as necessary.Supplemental3905
Monitor broadcasts to ensure that programs conform to station or network policies and regulations.Core3896
Operate equipment to produce programs or broadcast live programs from remote locations.Core3902
Test equipment to ensure proper operation.Core3895
Train workers in use of equipment, such as switchers, cameras, monitors, microphones, and lights.Core3903
Act as liaisons between engineering and production departments.Core3898
Discuss filter options, lens choices, and the visual effects of objects being filmed with photography directors and video operators.Supplemental3907
Collaborate with promotions directors to produce on-air station promotions.Core3906
Confer with operations directors to formulate and maintain fair and attainable technical policies for programs.Core3901
Schedule use of studio and editing facilities for producers and engineering and maintenance staff.Core3900

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 37 examples in 18 categories, 21 Hot Technology

Free · O*NET 30.3

Video creation and editing software

Adobe After EffectsHot Technology
Apple Final Cut Pro
Avid Technology audio visual editing software
Avid Technology Media Composer
Character generator software
Side Effects Houdini
The Associated Press ENPS
YouTube

Music or sound editing software

Adobe Audition
Avid Technology Pro Tools

Web page creation and editing software

Adobe Experience Manager (AEM)
FacebookHot Technology
Social media sites

Graphics or photo imaging software

Adobe PhotoshopHot Technology

Project management software

Atlassian JIRAHot Technology

Computer aided design CAD software

Autodesk Maya

Development environment software

CHot Technology
Software development tools
Unity Technologies Unity

Object or component oriented development software

C++Hot Technology
PerlHot Technology
PythonHot Technology
SwiftHot Technology

Operating system software

LinuxHot Technology
UNIXHot Technology
UNIX ShellHot Technology

Electronic mail software

MailChimp
Microsoft OutlookHot Technology

Spreadsheet software

Microsoft ExcelHot Technology

Office suite software

Microsoft Office softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand

Presentation software

Microsoft PowerPointHot Technology

Data base management system software

Microsoft SQL ServerHot Technology

Word processing software

Microsoft WordHot Technology

Data base user interface and query software

Oracle DatabaseHot Technology
Structured query language SQLHot Technology

Information retrieval or search software

Customer relationship management CRM software

Salesforce softwareHot Technology

Detailed Work Activities

From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it

Free · O*NET 30.3

Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

Monitor broadcasting operations to ensure proper functioning.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials

Inspect communications or broadcasting equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Making Decisions and Solving Problems

Determine technical requirements of productions or projects.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Thinking Creatively

Create computer-generated graphics or animation.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Handling and Moving Objects

Set up still or video cameras or related equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Controlling Machines and Processes

Operate control consoles for sound, lighting or video.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Operate communications, transmissions, or broadcasting equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

Collaborate with others to determine technical details of productions.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Performing for or Working Directly with the Public

Collaborate with others to prepare or perform artistic productions.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others

Manage content of broadcasts or presentations.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Direct productions or performances.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Training and Teaching Others

Train others on work processes.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

Coordinate activities of production personnel.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Coordinate logistics for productions or events.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open
WFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet

Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts open

Pilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.

DWAs covered by an AI skill0 of 14

Distinct tools0

Level mix

No tools yet

Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

No NICE work role maps to this job.