As a Recording Studio Technician, you will need to master following:

• assess sound quality
• audio post-production
• audiovisual equipment
• document your own practice
• edit recorded sound
• operate an audio mixing console
• operate audio equipment
• prevent undesired changes to sound design
• record multi-track sound
• set up sound equipment
• use audio reproduction software

More generally, a recording studio technician is also versed in:

• acoustics
• assess power needs
• audio editing software
• audio technology
• de-rig electronic equipment
• health and safety regulations
• keep up with trends
• plan a recording
• use technical documentation
• work ergonomically

It also helps to know the following:

• audio mastering
• file-based workflow
• maintain sound equipment
• manage inventory
• manage technical resources stock
• mix sound in a live situation
• operate sound live
• operate the sound in the rehearsal studio
• perform soundchecks
• perform technical sound check
• program sound cues
• set up sound reinforcement system
• technically design a sound system
• tune up wireless audio systems
• convert different audiovisual formats
• electricity
• manage digital documents
• manage sound quality
• set up audiovisual peripheral equipment
• supervise sound production
• vocal techniques