AV Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A global experiential agency is seeking an experienced AV Project Manager to join their team in the United Kingdom. The role involves managing technical projects for various high-profile events, ensuring quality delivery and client satisfaction. Candidates should possess a strong technical background in event production and experience in managing hybrid corporate events. This position offers a hybrid working model with opportunities for travel.

Qualifications

• Strong technical background in lighting, video, audio, and staging.
• Experience managing live and hybrid corporate events.
• Proactive problem solver with effective solutions.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from initial brief to onsite delivery.
• Collaborate with producers and technical teams.
• Develop project documentation: schedules and budgets.
• Oversee onsite delivery and adherence to safety protocols.

Skills

Technical background in event production

Experience managing live and hybrid corporate events

Proactive problem solver

Exceptional scheduling and communication skills

Strong understanding of health and safety protocols

Job description

Job Description

AV Project Manager

Salary up to £50K

Hybrid – 3 days in the office, 2 days from home

Are you AV tech savvy and have a passion for delivering exceptional events? If so, we want to hear from you!

DNA Recruit is working with a global experiential agency seeking a skilled and passionate Technical Project Manager to join a fast-paced production team. This role offers the opportunity to work across a diverse range of high-profile events – including virtual, hybrid, live shows, showcases, and installations – for both B2B and B2C audiences.

• The successful candidate will manage projects from initial brief through to onsite delivery, ensuring technical excellence, safety, and client satisfaction at every stage.
• Lead the full lifecycle of technical event projects, from planning to on-site delivery.
• Collaborate with producers and technical teams to interpret briefs and create technical specifications.
• Develop detailed project documentation: schedules, equipment lists, budgets, risk assessments, and method statements.
• Oversee onsite delivery, managing crews and third-party suppliers, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
• Serve as the primary point of contact during rigging, live events, and derig phases.
• Maintain quality, safety, and budget standards throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support large-scale events and mentor junior team members as needed.

Requirements:

• Strong technical background in event production (lighting, video, audio, staging, etc.).
• Experience managing live and hybrid corporate events.
• Proactive problem solver, able to anticipate issues and implement effective solutions quickly.
• Highly organized, with exceptional scheduling and communication skills.
• Comfortable working independently and under pressure in fast-paced environments.
• Full UK driving license, own transport, and valid passport.
• Willingness and ability to travel both nationally and internationally.
• Strong understanding of health and safety protocols in event environments.

You will be part of a collaborative and creative technical team delivering events, with opportunities to work on exciting projects with global reach. Apply today!

Job Reference: JW11749

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