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The average salary for a Sound Engineering Technician in U.S. is $74,100.

Annual Average Salary Information

Annual Average Salary: $74,100

$36,160$132,940

Hourly Pay Information

Hourly Average Salary: $35.62

$17.38$63.91

What does a Sound Engineering Technician earn?

On average, sound engineering technicians earn around $74,100 per year in the U.S.. In this profession, sound engineering technicians are responsible for setting up, operating and maintaining the technical equipment used to record, amplify, enhance, mix or reproduce sound. They may also set up and operate sound and video recording equipment in television, film and audio production settings, and provide technical advice to clients. Sound engineering technicians may also specialise in a specific type of work such as film production and editing, live event production, or recording and mixing music.

How to earn more as a Sound Engineering Technician

If you want to become a Sound Engineering Technician, you will need to develop a good working knowledge of audio technology and production principles. An audio engineering degree or diploma can help you gain the technical skills and the theoretical knowledge needed for the job. Other options include taking a degree apprenticeship, which combines practical work with academic study. To make more money as a Sound Engineering Technician, you may want to specialise in a particular technical area or move into an artist and repertoire role. Alternatively, you could opt to become self-employed or even set up your own audio studio.