Events IT/AV Technician

Factory International; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading events organization in Greater Manchester is seeking an Events IT/AV Technician to support a variety of events by planning and delivering AV and IT requirements. This role involves working with IT and venue teams, ensuring equipment functionality, and maintaining high standards of presentation. The ideal candidate will possess a proactive attitude, solid A/V and IT knowledge, and strong communication skills. This position is full-time with a salary of £27-29,000, dependent on experience.

Qualifications

• Relevant work experience from any industry sector with transferable skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team or unaccompanied under own initiative.
• High standard of personal presentation with a client focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Working with IT and venue technical teams to plan and deliver AV and IT requirements.
• Preparing equipment for events and ensuring safe usage.
• Setting up and de-rigging a range of audio visual and IT equipment.

Skills

Proactive and flexible approach

Good working knowledge of A/V and IT equipment

Good communication skills

Education

Qualifications in IT or A/V related fields

Job description

Closing date - 12 Nov 2025

Salary - £27-29,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Please feel free to contact us at [e-mail] if you require any support in completing your application.

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This role will work with the IT, Venue and Technical teams to plan and deliver AV and IT requirements in Factory International spaces. Supporting events ranging from large-scale productions, to in-house meetings, working with up-to-date and innovative technologies.

Please note this role will be on a rota working hours across weekdays, weekends and evenings depending on the requirements.

Responsibilities

The key responsibilities for the Events IT/AV Technician include;

• Working with the IT and venue technical teams to plan and deliver AV and IT requirements in Factory International spaces
• Preparing equipment for events. Ensuring equipment is used and stored correctly and safely. Reporting faults or issues with equipment or systems in a timely manner
• Setting up and de-rigging a range of audio visual and IT equipment including hybrid meeting setups, projectors, screens, display equipment, networking equipment, small PAs, etc
• Operating equipment for events and activities of various types and sizes as required
• Liaising with clients, suppliers, venue staff and crew both onsite and prior to service delivery
• Maintaining and supporting the digital signage system
• Adhering with company health and safety procedures
• Assisting other departments as required to meet the needs of the business

ESSENTIAL

• Relevant work experience from any industry sector with transferable skills
• A proactive, flexible and collaborative approach to working
• Good working knowledge of a range of A/V and IT equipment
• General experience working with IT networks
• Ability to work as part of a team or unaccompanied under own initiative
• High standard of personal presentation with a client focused attitude
• Good communication skills
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work to deadlines
• Keen eye for detail with a high standard of equipment presentation
• Commitment to championing representation and inclusion at every level of the organisation with a proven ability to work with people from a wide range of backgrounds

DESIRABLE

• Qualifications in IT or A/V related fields
• Awareness of current trends in various IT and A/V technologies and systems
• Experience working with a variety of internal and external stakeholders and clients
• Enthusiasm for training, mentoring and support of emerging talent

When applying please do not rely solely on ChatGPT/AI software for your answers as it may not fully reflect your skills and experience and how they align with this role and we may decide to discount your answer if we believe it is solely generated by AI.