Broadcasting technician

Broadcast technicians install, start up, maintain, monitor and repair equipment used for the transmission and reception of television and radio broadcast signals. They ensure that all materials are available in a suitable format of transmittable quality according to the transmission deadline. Broadcast technicians also maintain and repair this equipment.

Broadcasting technician

Key metrics

Salary range:
(entry-level to experienced)
EntryExperienced
BD500
BD950
Minimum academic attainment:
Secondary education

All labor market data as of Q4 2025. All education-related data as of academic year 2023/2024

"Entry Level" is the typical starting salary for individuals entering the labor market for the first time.

"Experienced" refers to the salary that professionals in this job may earn after building experience and advancing their skills.

Essential Skills & Knowledge

Essential Skills

  • calibrate electronic instruments
  • coordinate activities in audio recording studio
  • install low voltage wiring
  • maintain audiovisual equipment
  • maintain electrical equipment
  • maintain electronic equipment
  • manage sound quality
  • meet deadlines
  • monitor quality of broadcasts
  • operate audio equipment
  • operate electronic measuring instruments
  • select recording source
  • set up broadcast equipment
  • use audio reproduction software

Essential Knowledge

  • audiovisual products
  • broadcast equipment
  • electronics principles
  • media formats
  • multimedia systems

The “Essential Skills and Knowledge” content is derived from the European Skills, Competences, Qualifications and Occupations (ESCO) framework for more information refer to ESCO's website.

Top sectors hiring Bahrainis for this job

  • Information and Communication
  • Professional, Scientific and Technical Activities