Technical Manager (Live Events)

Technical Manager (Live Events)

Islington (Field Based)

£50,000 - £60,000 + Hybrid + Commission + Progression + 31 holidays

Are you a Technical Manager from an AV background, looking to become the go to expert within an industry leading business?

Do you want to take ownership of planning, delivery, and technical management for high-profile conferences, corporate events, gala dinners, and sporting events in brand-new state-of-the-art venue's?

On offer is an exciting opportunity to join a leading events business with a strong reputation across Europe. Working across events which feature the latest large-format LED screens and cutting-edge AV technology.

This Events company was established in 1989 whom have grown to become a beacon of excellence in the events industry, servicing across the UK, Northern Europe and Southern Europe.

In this role, you will oversee all technical aspects of events at state of the ark venue's, managing on-site technical staff and coordinating with clients, promoters, and in-house teams. You will plan, deliver, and troubleshoot AV, LED, lighting, sound, and rigging setups, ensuring events run safely, smoothly, and to a high standard. You will also play a key role in team development, innovation, and technical planning, translating creative briefs into operational reality.

This role would suit a Technical Manager or AV professional looking to take ownership of live event projects, apply their technical expertise, and lead teams in a high-profile venue environment.

The Role:

Plan, manage, and deliver AV, LED, lighting, sound, and rigging setups for a variety of events.
Produce technical specifications, CAD plans, and translate creative briefs into technical reality.
Supervise, schedule, and coach in-house staff, freelancers, and casuals.
Assist with maintenance, inventory management, PAT testing, and equipment upgrades.The person:

Experience as a live event AV technician, with strong LED expertise.
CAD skills (Vectorworks or equivalent) and ability to interpret technical drawings.
Commutable from IslingtonReference:BBBH25903

Keywords: AV Project Manager, Audio Visual Technician, LED Technology, CAD (Vectorworks), CAD Skills, CAD Design, Event Production

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