Broadcast Technicians
Operate equipment that transmits radio and television programs.
Quick Facts
Wages: |
Above the statewide median $26.25 / hour Read more about wages |
Outlook: |
Above statewide average
Growth rate: 11.2% Read more about outlook |
Education: |
High School or less is typically required. |
On the Job: |
Typical Work Tasks
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Job Title Examples: |
Broadcast Engineer Production Assistant Master Control Operator (MCO) See more job title examples |
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Wages & Outlook
Typical Wages
Wages listed below are for a variety of experience and education levels. Make sure that you research the typical entry-level education and work experience and training requirements for this occupation.
This career pays above the statewide median wage.
Wages for Broadcast Technicians *
U S |
$18.21 | $28.58 | $47.9 |
|---|---|---|---|
Minnesota |
$14.57 | $26.25 | $30.6 |
Northeast Minnesota |
$13.51 | $14.1 | $27.12 |
Southeast Minnesota |
$17.48 | $31.3 | $36.07 |
Southwest Minnesota |
$12.65 | $14.19 | $17.48 |
Seven County Mpls-St Paul, MN |
$25.82 | $26.25 | $33.45 |
* "Low" indicates 25% of workers earn less and 75% earn more.
"Median" indicates 50% of workers earn less and 50% earn more.
"High" indicates 75% of workers earn less and 25% earn more.
Employment
In Minnesota, there are 330 workers employed in this very small career.
Where do Broadcast Technicians most often work?
- Broadcasting (except Internet)
- Telecommunications
- Educational Services
- Performing Arts, Spectator Sports, and Related Industries
Current Demand
This career is currently in very low demand.
Future Demand
This career is seeing high growth compared to other careers.
There will be a need for about 374 new Broadcast Technicians to meet market demand between 2020-2030. This includes the demand due to replacement (workers leaving the occupation or retiring) as well as growth.