Audio operator vs operator

The differences between audio operators and operators can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. While it typically takes 1-2 years to become an audio operator, becoming an operator takes usually requires 2-4 years. Additionally, an audio operator has an average salary of $134,230, which is higher than the $37,928 average annual salary of an operator.

The top three skills for an audio operator include RF, IFB and TV. The most important skills for an operator are safety procedures, CDL, and emergency calls.

Audio operator vs operator overview

	Audio Operator	Operator
Yearly salary	$134,230	$37,928
Hourly rate	$64.53	$18.23
Growth rate	10%	7%
Number of jobs	32,558	159,077
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 70%	High School Diploma, 40%
Average age	42	43
Years of experience	2	4

Audio operator vs operator salary

Audio operators and operators have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Audio Operator	Operator
Average salary	$134,230	$37,928
Salary range	Between $92,000 And $194,000	Between $27,000 And $53,000
Highest paying City	-	San Jose, CA
Highest paying state	-	North Dakota
Best paying company	-	Microsoft
Best paying industry	-	Technology

Differences between audio operator and operator education

There are a few differences between an audio operator and an operator in terms of educational background:

	Audio Operator	Operator
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 70%	High School Diploma, 40%
Most common major	Communication	Business
Most common college	Johns Hopkins University	-

Audio operator vs operator demographics

Here are the differences between audio operators' and operators' demographics:

	Audio Operator	Operator
Average age	42	43
Gender ratio	Male, 73.8% Female, 26.2%	Male, 73.0% Female, 27.0%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 10.2% Unknown, 6.2% Hispanic or Latino, 16.1% Asian, 5.0% White, 62.0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.4%	Black or African American, 16.2% Unknown, 4.4% Hispanic or Latino, 18.6% Asian, 2.5% White, 57.6% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
LGBT Percentage	8%	4%

Differences between audio operator and operator duties and responsibilities

Audio operator example responsibilities.

Maintain microphone integrity and quality for transmitters, receivers, and IFB.
Receive and process audio transmissions from remote locations including IFB assignments and troubleshooting.
Conduct staff training on office software, internet usage, and PC troubleshooting.
Operate the administrative and technical aspects of a video teleconferencing center for clients ranging from civilian executives to four-star generals.
Mix FOH and monitors for all annual international conference events including performances.

Operator example responsibilities.

Assist in developing the company s short and long term training plans and managing yearly ammunition allocation.
Assist and manage the extrusion process of polyester raw material in pellet or chip form to produce finish rolls of plastic.
Manage day-to-day transportation and logistics services for multinational account base.
Manage the master calendar and schedule resources such as communication equipment, weapons, transportation and ammunition forecast and delivery.
Job require basic math skills: fractions and decimals.
Ensure safety of all equipment during production in compliance with strict OSHA and safety regulations.

Audio operator vs operator skills

Common audio operator skills

RF, 20%
IFB, 14%
TV, 11%
Control Room, 8%
Audio Console, 7%
SSL, 7%

Common operator skills

Safety Procedures, 15%
CDL, 6%
Emergency Calls, 6%
Preventative Maintenance, 4%
Quality Checks, 4%
Dozer, 4%

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