Thank you for your response.
I have always found it difficult to accept that the higher wages go to the mixers and editors. I guess it's commonly accepted that they are the ones who shape the final products. However, I believe that amount of skill and training involved to install, and maintain a studio is of equal merit.
I understand that the engineering dept. is not a true money maker in a sense. However, if there were no one to create and maintain the rooms that everybody works in, there would be no chance to make any money. (... and the winner for best machine room is.... )
Just my two bits.
Thanks again for the posting. I have been a lurker for many years on this board and have finally decided to branch out and meet the members of the "global" post community. I have actually learnt a great deal from a handful of people on this board and feel that I should say thanks. Hopefully I may be able to contribute back what I have received.
Feel free to browse both of our studio's website if you like.
www.keypics.com
www.westernpost.com
Cheers
Jon