SOC 27-4011
Audio and Video Technicians
Risk Score
⚠️52/100
Elevated
US Employment
👥70,080
Total workers
Median Wage
💰$55K
$35K – $98K
Projected Growth
📈+3.3%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
🤖67/100
High exposure
💡 Audio and Video Technicians face a risk score of 52/100 — 8 points above the national average of 44. With 67/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology →
💡 Workers in this field earn $55K ($9K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths →
🔍 AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 52/100, Audio and Video Technicians faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like large language model automation of analysis tasks are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 70,080 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in emotionally resonant storytelling and narrative craft and live performance and audience engagement to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Audio and Video Technicians?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths →
⚠️ Top Risk Factors
Large language model automation of analysis tasks
Generative AI producing marketing and creative copy
AI video editing and post-production automation
Automated data interpretation and insight generation
🛡️ Tasks Safe from Automation
Emotionally resonant storytelling and narrative craft
Live performance and audience engagement
Collaborative creative ideation and brainstorming
Cultural interpretation and contextual sensitivity
📊 vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
🔄 Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artists and Related Workers, All Other | 23 | $73K | 73% |
| Fashion Designers | 23 | $81K | 73% |
| Special Effects Artists and Animators | 25 | $100K | 84% |