Audio Visual (AV) Events and Production Technician

Alecto Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an AV Events & Production Technician to join their dynamic team in Manchester. This role involves working on exciting live events and includes responsibilities such as operating AV equipment and collaborating closely with clients and production teams. With a competitive salary and opportunities for ongoing training, this position offers a chance for growth in a vibrant industry.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development

Supportive and creative working environment

Opportunities to work on high-profile events

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in live event AV and technical production.
• Strong knowledge of audio systems, lighting rigs, video walls, or vision mixing.
• Full UK driving licence desirable.

Responsibilities

• Setting up and operating AV, sound, lighting, and video equipment for live events.
• Supporting on-site production from prep through to de-rig.
• Troubleshooting and maintaining equipment to a high standard.

Skills

AV production

technical production

audio systems

lighting rigs

video walls/projectors

vision mixing

troubleshooting

teamwork

Job description

Audio Visual (AV) Events & Production Technician

Location: Manchester

Salary: 27,000 - 32,000 per annum

Full-Time Permanent Exciting Events & Production Work

Are you passionate about live events, AV production, and delivering unforgettable experiences?

Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where sound, lighting, and video come together to bring events to life?

We're looking for a dedicated and hands-on AV Events & Production Technician to join our clients growing team at the heart of live event delivery. Whether it's conferences, product launches, awards ceremonies, or live shows - this is your chance to be involved in some of the most exciting productions in the industry.

What You'll Be Doing

Setting up and operating AV, sound, lighting, and video equipment for live events

Supporting on-site production from prep through to de-rig

Working closely with clients, producers, and project managers to deliver seamless technical experiences

Troubleshooting and maintaining equipment to a high standard

Travelling to venues and events as part of a flexible, dynamic team

What the Client is Looking For

Hands-on experience in live event AV, technical production, or staging

Strong knowledge of audio systems, lighting rigs, video walls/projectors, or vision mixing

A team player with a positive, can-do attitude and a calm approach under pressure

Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends

Full UK driving licence is desirable

What's in It for you

Competitive salary from 27,000 to 32,000 per annum

Opportunities to work on a wide range of exciting and high-profile events

Ongoing training and development in cutting-edge AV technology

A supportive and creative working environment

Room to grow with a company that truly values its technical team

If you're ready to take your AV career to the next level and be part of some truly memorable productions, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or drop us a message to find out more.