# Tasks & work activities — video technician

Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 39-3021.00 (Motion Picture Projectionists).

## Task statements

- **[Core]** Perform regular maintenance tasks, such as rotating or replacing xenon bulbs, cleaning projectors and lenses, lubricating machinery, and keeping electrical contacts clean and tight.
- **[Core]** Clean the projection booth.
- **[Core]** Start projectors and open shutters to project images onto screens.
- **[Core]** Monitor operations to ensure that standards for sound and image projection quality are met.
- **[Core]** Operate equipment to show films in a number of theaters simultaneously.
- **[Core]** Set up and adjust picture projectors and screens to achieve proper size, illumination, and focus of images, and proper volume and tone of sound.
- **[Core]** Inspect projection equipment prior to operation to ensure proper working order.
- **[Core]** Perform minor repairs, such as replacing worn sprockets, or notify maintenance personnel of the need for major repairs.
- **[Core]** Open and close facilities according to rules and schedules.
- **[Core]** Set up and inspect curtain and screen controls.
- **[Core]** Coordinate equipment operation with presentation of supplemental material, such as music, oral commentaries, or sound effects.
- **[Supplemental]** Splice separate film reels, advertisements, and movie trailers together to form a feature-length presentation on one continuous reel.
- **[Supplemental]** Inspect movie films to ensure that they are complete and in good condition.
- **[Supplemental]** Observe projector operation to anticipate need to transfer operations from one projector to another.
- **[Supplemental]** Remove full take-up reels and run film through rewinding machines to rewind projected films so they may be shown again.
- **[Supplemental]** Install and connect auxiliary equipment, such as microphones, amplifiers, disc playback machines, and lights.
- **[Supplemental]** Prepare film inspection reports, attendance sheets, and log books.

## Detailed work activities

- Arrange facility schedules.
- Clean work areas.
- Inspect equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Monitor operational quality or safety.
- Operate audio-visual equipment.
- Perform basic equipment maintenance.
- Prepare film for distribution or use.
- Prepare operational reports or records.