The employment outlook for audio video techs will grow faster than other employment.  Finding a job in TV or movies will be harder to do, as the number of people seeking such employment outpaces available jobs.  However, specializing in a particular field, staying on top of technological advances and knowing specialty software will enhance opportunities.

Wages for audio video techs are good.  The median annual pay rate is $31,110 and the high and low range of the scale is $17,710 at the low end and $61,420 at the high end.

Advancement in this career can include promotion to tech management or switching to some of the higher paying jobs within the category like sound engineer or TV and movie production.  A four year degree can lead to a chief engineer position.