How to hire a studio technician

How to hire a studio technician, step by step

Here's a step-by-step studio technician hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a studio technician job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new studio technician
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the studio technician you need to hire. Certain studio technician roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

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   A studio technician's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, studio technicians from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list shows salaries for various types of studio technicians.

   Type of Studio Technician	Description	Hourly rate
   Studio Technician	Broadcast and sound engineering technicians set up, operate, and maintain the electrical equipment for radio programs, television broadcasts, concerts, sound recordings, and movies.	$10-23
   Video Coordinator	A video coordinator normally works with sports teams to help them curate video footage of their games and training sessions. One important aspect of their job to travel away with the team for their games... Show more	$11-30
   Videographer	A videographer specializes in shooting and editing high-definition videos of different events, making them presentable to clients. They are primarily responsible for having their video equipment, coordinating with clients to learn any preferences or particular requests, capturing and recording from the best angle, and producing results quickly and accurately... Show more	$14-29

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Teleprompter
   • Video Production
   • Camera Operation
   • Studio Cameras
   • Audio Equipment
   • Studio Maintenance
   • Technical Problems
   • Robotic Cameras
   • Studio Floor
   • Audio Board
   • Studio Set-Up
   • Live Shows
   • Broadcast Equipment
   • Studio Operations

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   Responsibilities:

   • Lead false-positive team to identify and resolve network service issues and produce a manual for outsource providers to troubleshoot technical issues.
   • Operate DV/mini DV ENG broadcast cameras shooting interviews, stands ups, and b-roll.
   • Operate secondary camera for b-roll footage.
   • Interface with users, technicians and consultants to facilitate high quality and successful videoconferencing for meetings and company events.
   • Operate secondary camera for b-roll footage.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your studio technician job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A studio technician salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, studio technicians' average salary in kentucky is 61% less than in california.
   • Seniority. Entry-level studio technicians earn 56% less than senior-level studio technicians.
   • Certifications. A studio technician with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a studio technician's salary.

   Average studio technician salary

   $15.65hourly

   $32,545 yearly

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   Entry-level studio technician salary

   $21,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 16, 2025

4. Writing a studio technician job description

   A studio technician job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a studio technician job description:

   Studio technician job description example

   Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility
   At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.
   
   We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design - where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience.
   
   Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we're providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.
   
   As a Design Studio Vehicle Technician, you will help develop and commercialize state-of-the-art electric vehicles.
   Your RoleWork closely with the design modeling team and the events team to build, maintain and repair marketing and show vehicles and properties Build state-of-the-art automotive prototype vehicles, systems, and subsystems Flush and gap adjust panels, trims, glass, etc. to the highest level of quality Troubleshooting engineering and fabrication challenges Resolve mechanical problems Maintain shop organization and cleanliness
   Qualifications5+ years of custom coach build/high-end restoration experience 5+ years of vehicle technician experience in the high-end repair shop Proficient with hand and power tools Valid driver's license with a clean record Technical and mechanical skillset Basic computer proficiency (MS Office, etc.) Own a professional automotive toolbox Ability to travel as needed Available to work overtime, evenings, and weekends if needed Ability to lift 50 pounds and work on your feet for long periods of time
   AdvantageousUnderstanding of low and high-voltage vehicle systems Fabrication Skills, machine shop, woodshop, composites, painting/surfacing Previous design studio experience (wind tunnel testing, show cars, etc) Strong electrical systems knowledge. Understanding schematics and creating/modifying harnesses Degree in Automotive Technology or ASE Certification preferred Knowledgeable with vehicle diagnostic systems
   At Lucid, we don't just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.
   
   Notice regarding COVID-19 protocols
   At Lucid, we prioritize the health and wellbeing of our employees, families, and friends above all else. In response to the novel Coronavirus all new Lucid employees, whose job will be based in the United States may or may not be required to provide original documentation confirming status as having received the prescribed inoculation (doses). Vaccination requirements are dependent upon location and position, please refer to the job description for more details.
   
   Individuals in positions requiring vaccinations may seek a medical and/or religious exemption from this requirement and may be granted such an accommodation after submitting a formal request to and the subsequent review and approval thereof by our dedicated Covid-19 Response team.
   
   To all recruitment agencies: Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers alias or other Lucid Motors employees. Lucid Motors is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find studio technicians for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your studio technician job on Zippia to find and recruit studio technician candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with studio technician candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new studio technician

   Once you've selected the best studio technician candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new studio technician. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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