Broadcast Technicians
O*NET 27-4012.00 · SOC 27-4012
Projected Growth
+4%
2024–2034
Median Salary
$52k
per year
Education Level
Zone 3
Medium preparation needed (vocational or associate's)
Education & How to Get In
📋
Job Zone 3
Medium preparation needed (vocational or associate's)
Most Broadcast Technicians positions require an associate degree or vocational training. Many community colleges and technical schools offer relevant programs that can be completed in 1–2 years, often with hands-on clinical or lab experience built in.
Work Environment
Primary Setting
Structured — offices, data centers, or remote
Work Style
Independent — focused deep work with periodic team check-ins
Personality Fit (RIASEC)
Conventional (Organizers)5.1
Realistic (Doers)4.8
Investigative (Thinkers)3.0
Artistic (Creators)2.8
Enterprising (Persuaders)2.5
Social (Helpers)2.1
Similar Careers
Is Broadcast Technicians right for you?
Your personality, values, and strengths matter as much as the job market. Take the free quiz to see your personalized Future-Fit Score for this career and hundreds more.
Take the assessment →Free · No account required · 10 minutes