Overview
A Visual Information Equipment Operator-Maintainer is responsible for filming, script editing and recording military operations and news events that support Army operations.
Job duties
- Handle television receivers/monitors, cameras and various studio accessories
- Operate motion and still-photo imaging equipment and closed-circuit systems
- Control visual imagery satellites, microwaves, radio frequency transmissions and cable distribution systems
Training
Training for a Visual Information Equipment Operator-Maintainer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 24 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with on-the-job instruction. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field. Advanced Individual Training: 24 weeks, 4 days at Fort Meade, MD Some of the skills you'll learn are: Motion picture equipment operation Audio recording and using sound equipment Scripting and special effects techniques
Required ASVAB score
Electronics (EL): 107 Learn more about the ASVAB .
Civilian career relevance
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career as a motion picture camera operator, production specialist, sound mixer or recording engineer.
Recruiter verification required. North Dakota availability, qualifications, training length, incentives and service terms can change.
Source: Army National Guard career record · Updated 2022-09-06