Event Production Co-ordinator

Live Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded event production business in London is seeking an Event Project Coordinator to assist in live event support and warehouse operations. This role offers hands-on exposure to event production, preparing technical specifications, managing equipment, and supporting project management. Ideal for individuals eager to grow in the events industry. Occasional weekend work is required, and the role includes 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of event lighting, audio, and video systems is beneficial.
• A full, clean driving licence (applicants must be 21 or over).

Responsibilities

• Preparing technical specifications for events.
• Ensuring equipment is properly maintained and dispatched.
• Supporting both warehouse and office operations.
• Assisting the project management team with event planning.
• Providing on-site support during live events.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Excellent organisational skills

Time management

Team-focused approach

Competency in IT systems

Job description

A unique opportunity to join this well-regarded event production business and develop your project management career and work in some of London's prestigious venues.

- 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing with tenure

- Contributory pension scheme

- Work with some unique venues in London

- Family feel agency with 20 years history

THE COMPANY

Our client is one of London's leading production agencies who service and manage their in-house contract for a prestigious luxury heritage venue, in the heart of London. As the in-house production supplier our client provides audio and visual solution using state of the art production equipment.

This premier event production company create unforgettable experiences at some of London's most prestigious venues, including The Gherkin, Natural History Museum, and Kensington Palace. As a trusted partner to these iconic locations, they offer comprehensive services, from venue sourcing and technical production to creative event design. Their dedicated team ensures each event is meticulously planned and flawlessly executed, tailored to meet the unique needs of their clients.

The high-end venues welcome hundreds of corporate occasions, private events, festive celebrations and weddings every year and is renowned for their flawless execution of events!

THE ROLE

As an Event Project Coordinator , you will play a key role in both warehouse operations and live event support. Responsibilities include:

- Preparing technical specifications for events

- Ensuring equipment is properly maintained, packed, and dispatched to a high standard

- Managing stock, checking for shortages or damages

- Supporting both warehouse and office operations

- Assisting the project management team with event planning

- Conducting periodic stock checks, equipment maintenance, and testing

- Driving company vans as needed

- Providing on-site support during live events

- Operating technical equipment following training

- Shadowing and assisting project managers on-site

This Event Project Coordinator role offers hands-on exposure to the technical side of live events and is ideal for someone looking to grow into a senior position in production. You will gain valuable experience alongside industry professionals and play a vital role in the successful delivery of high-end events.

THE CANDIDATE

This role is ideal for someone eager to build a career in live event production. While prior experience is not required, a basic understanding of event lighting, audio, and video systems would be beneficial. The ideal Event Project Coordinator candidate will have:

- A strong work ethic and willingness to learn

- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail

- The ability to manage time effectively, prioritise tasks, and multitask

- A team-focused approach with a proactive mindset

- Competency in standard office-based IT systems

- A full, clean driving licence (due to insurance requirements, applicants must be 21 or over)

Please note: This role includes occasional weekend work, with options for time in lieu or overtime.

This is an incredible chance to develop your skills in a hands-on environment, gain experience in the events industry, and work towards a long-term career as an Event Project Coordinator in production.

Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across events, experiential and exhibitions. If this position isn't quite what you're looking for please visit live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting.

As a specialist events recruitment agency, we help our clients build the most talented and diverse teams in the UK. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, embracing diversity across all intersecting dimensions, including ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, well-being, abilities, and neurodiversity.

Job Reference - MR15176