Assistant Events Producer

itison; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative firm as an Assistant Events Producer in Glasgow, where you'll be at the forefront of creating unforgettable experiences. This role offers a unique opportunity to work alongside top creative professionals while managing exciting events that engage the community. With a focus on mentorship and skill development, you'll play a vital role in venue management, team coordination, and budget oversight. Enjoy a vibrant workplace culture that values creativity and collaboration, along with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for career progression. If you're passionate about event production and ready to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Private Healthcare

Retirement Scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Learning Grants

Social Events

Gym and Wellness Classes

Enhanced Parental Leave

Flexible Holiday Scheme

Paid Charity Days

Relaxed Office Environment

Qualifications

• At least two years of professional events experience required.
• Degree in a creative discipline is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage venue and outdoor spaces for events.
• Coordinate design and production teams effectively.
• Lead operational and logistical planning for events.

Skills

Event Management

Budget Management

Team Coordination

Supplier Negotiation

Logistical Planning

Education

Degree in Creative Discipline

Job description

4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Assistant Events Producer - Fast Track Programme

*Open to candidates who have at least two years of professional events experience*

Start date: w/c 11th August 2025

About Itison

At itison, we believe life is about the experience. We match our 1.7 million members with the best local experiences, work with over 5,000 local and national businesses, create Scotland’s most spectacular major events, own and operate top venues, and support our charity, itison us, to give experiences to those in need.

We foster an amazing culture, benefits, and working environment, believing that the experience starts with us.

itison events

As one of Scotland’s largest event owners and producers, we deliver world-class events for over 300,000 attendees annually. We aim to create and fund unique events, managed by dedicated teams and freelance talent, to bring joy and positive community impact, especially during the darker months.

We’re seeking an ambitious graduate with some experience or an experienced events professional to join us. You'll work with top creative and marketing experts, receive training, and be mentored to develop your skills. The role involves working from our Glasgow office and onsite at event locations, with opportunities for career progression.

Role responsibilities

• Venue and outdoor space management
• Licensing and compliance
• Design and production team coordination
• Managing internal and freelance teams
• Budget management
• Supplier negotiations
• Leading multidisciplinary teams
• Operational and logistical planning
• Community and stakeholder engagement
• Developing new events and business models
• Supporting Senior Producer with admin and research tasks

You will be paired with our Senior Producer for mentorship over six months, after which you will graduate to an Assistant Producer. During planning, you'll handle admin and coordination; onsite, you'll lead teams and ensure excellent attendee experiences. You should be personable, resilient, and confident dealing with diverse teams.

Candidate profile

We seek someone intelligent, confident, personable, energetic, and passionate about event production. Candidates should have a degree in a creative discipline, at least two years of professional events experience, and be a proactive, responsible team player who thrives in fast-paced environments.

Application process

Please include a cover letter explaining why you're the perfect fit. We prefer genuine applications over AI-generated ones. The process includes a video interview, in-person interview, and potential tasks, with an estimated start date of w/c 11th August 2025.

Salary and benefits

• £28k - £32k depending on experience
• Private healthcare
• Retirement scheme
• Employee assistance program
• Discounts and perks
• Learning grants
• Social events
• Gym and wellness classes
• Enhanced parental leave
• Flexible holiday scheme
• Paid charity days
• Relaxed office environment with snacks, drinks, and social spaces