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A-sound technician salary

35 500 kr

Lighting, sound and stage technicians

What will be the salary after tax?

33 200 - 42 500 kr / month

Women earn 103% of what men do.

Kultur, media, design

Salary progression A-sound technician

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Average salary 35 500 kr
Males 35 300 kr
Females 36 500 kr
Profession A-sound technician and its salary
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Salary for A Sound Technician

Working as a sound technician can be both exciting and challenging. One of the first questions many people ask is: What does an A sound technician earn? The average salary for an A sound technician is 35 500 SEK per month. This is a slight increase from the previous 35 100 SEK. Interestingly, women in the profession earn an average of 36 500 SEK, which is 103% of men's average salary of 35 300 SEK.

Hourly Wage and Working Conditions

For those who are hourly employees, the average hourly wage is 213 SEK, based on 166 working hours per month. The working conditions for a sound technician can vary depending on the workplace and the type of project. Many work on a freelance basis, which provides some flexibility but also irregular working hours.

Salary Range and Highest/Lowest Salary

The salary range in the profession is quite broad. The highest salary for a male A sound technician in the private sector with a high school education of up to two years is 42500 SEK. For women, the highest salary is 38500 SEK. On the other hand, the lowest salary for a man with a three-year high school education is 33200 SEK, while for a woman, it is 34200 SEK.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

As a sound technician, one is responsible for technical equipment and sound quality at various events and productions. This can include concerts, theater performances, TV and radio programs, and film productions. The work requires a good technical understanding and the ability to solve problems quickly.

Education and Qualifications

To become a sound technician, it is common to have an education in sound and music production, often at the high school or post-secondary level. Many combine education with practical experience through internships or as assistants to experienced sound technicians. A relevant education can increase the chances of getting a job in the profession, but practical experience is often equally important.

Future Outlook and Competition

According to the Swedish Public Employment Service's assessment, there is no specific forecast for sound technicians due to limited data. The profession is part of the larger category of lighting, sound, and stage technicians in the field of culture, media, and design. Competition can be tough, especially in larger cities where many productions take place, but there are also opportunities for work in smaller towns or through freelance work.

Benefits and Working Environment

Benefits for sound technicians can vary depending on the employer and project. In some cases, one may have access to paid further education to stay updated with the latest technology. However, the ability to work from home is limited, as the work often requires presence at events and recordings.

Summary

In summary, the profession of a sound technician offers a blend of creativity and technology, with opportunities to work in a dynamic and varied industry. Despite competition for jobs, especially in larger cities, there is also some stability in salary levels and potential benefits depending on the employer and project.

Who has the highest salary?
The highest salary for a A-sound technician is 42500 kr. This salary belongs to a man working in the Private sector with a upper secondary education, maximum 2 years. The highest salary for a woman in this profession is 38500 kr.
Who has the lowest salary?
The lowest salary for a A-sound technician is 33200 kr. This salary belongs to a man working in the Private sector. The lowest salary for a woman in this profession is 34200 kr.
Salary distributed by age and sector
Age Women's salary as a percentage of men's Base salary Monthly salary
25-34 31400 kr 32200 kr
35-44 33700 kr 34500 kr
45-54 36500 kr 37100 kr
55-64 41600 kr 42300 kr
Snitt 103% 34700 kr 35500 kr
* Empty columns indicate that the statistical data was insufficient to allow for a statistically significant conclusion.
Salary per sector
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About the data

All information displayed on this page is based on data from the Swedish Central Bureau of Statistics (SCB), the Swedish Tax Agency and the Swedish employment agency. Learn more about our data and data sources here.

All figures are gross salaries, meaning salaries before tax. The average salary, or mean salary, is calculated by adding up the total salary for all individuals within the profession and dividing it by the number of individuals. For specific job categories, we have also considered various criteria such as experience and education.

Profession A-sound technician has the SSYK code 3522, which we use to match against the SCB database to obtain the latest salary statistics.

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