Broadcast Technician

A Broadcast Technician performs a range of duties during media broadcasts. You might work in television, radio, podcasts or other types of media. Broadcast Technicians operate equipment and ensure broadcasts are being transmitted without any issues. You might specialise in sound quality, vision or other aspects of media production.

Broadcast Technicians must be flexible and able to deal with issues as they arise. You’ll need to be able to solve problems quickly and come up with solutions to a range of technical glitches. Broadcast Technicians should be able to follow instructions and work with a production brief.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $74,100
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a broadcast technician?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
CUA41220

Certificate IV in Screen and Media (Film and Video Production)

Traineeship
4 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CUA60620

Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media (Digital Art and Animation)

On Campus
12 months
$5,747
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CUA60620

Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media (Game Art and Design)

On Campus
12 months
$5,772
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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Further reading

What can you do with a Certificate III in Information, Digital Media and Technology

15th January 2020)

The Ultimate Guide to Podcasting (Updated 2020)

17th April 2020)

What can you do with a Certificate IV in Information Technology?

17th February 2021)