Ohio's Audio/Visual Technology pathway develops expertise in sound engineering, audiovisual systems design, installation, and operation. This career field supports events, studios, broadcasting, corporate presentations, and live performance venues throughout Ohio's entertainment and business sectors.
Students learn sound mixing, audio equipment operation, projection systems, lighting control, and audiovisual system integration. They work with professional-grade equipment in labs and collaborate with event venues, studios, and corporate clients on real projects.
Graduates work as sound technicians, AV systems technicians, studio engineers, or event production specialists with venues, studios, broadcasting facilities, or event production companies. Opportunities range from theater and concert venues to corporate training facilities and sports arenas across Ohio.
Audio/Visual Technology at a Glance
2
Courses
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Credentials
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Career Paths
State Standards & Framework
Ohio's AV technology standards are developed with industry professionals from broadcast facilities, venues, and systems integration companies. Curriculum emphasizes technical proficiency, safety, and customer service in professional AV environments.
Competency assessments include equipment operation, system troubleshooting, live event support, and safety certifications. Industry certifications in specific AV systems and audio engineering are integrated into the pathway.
Typical Course Sequence
| Course |
|---|
| AV Technology Foundations |
| Advanced Audio/Visual Production |
Industry Certifications & Credentials
- ✓Adobe Certified Professional - Premiere Pro
- ✓Adobe Certified Professional - After Effects
- ✓Adobe Certified Professional - Visual Design Specialist
- ✓Adobe Certified Professional - Video Design Specialist
- ✓Unity Certified User - Programmer
- ✓Unity Certified User - Artist
- ✓Unity Certified User - VR Developer
- ✓Adobe Certified Professional - Photoshop
Career Opportunities
Salary data from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2024). Growth projections from BLS Employment Projections (2023-2033). Cost-of-living adjustment uses BEA Regional Price Parities (2023). Entry-level salaries reflect the 25th percentile; experienced salaries reflect the median.
AV Systems Technician
Entry LevelSalary range: $41,040 - $57,220
Adjusted for cost of living: $44,701
Sound Technician
Entry LevelSalary range: $36,670 - $61,390
Adjusted for cost of living: $39,941
Studio Engineer
ExperiencedSalary range: $85,080 - $145,850
Adjusted for cost of living: $124,039
AV Systems Manager
ExperiencedSalary range: $61,220 - $147,340
Adjusted for cost of living: $103,464
Work-Based Learning Opportunities
Students work with concert venues, television studios, corporate event facilities, and audiovisual systems companies in major Ohio cities.
Career & Technical Student Organization
Students in this pathway can participate in DECA, gaining leadership experience and competing in career-related events.
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