Formula One AV Technician

JR United Kingdom; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Formula One AV Technician in Kingston upon Hull, UK, with a leading company in the F1 event sector. Join a traveling team involved in high-profile events, working closely with top racing teams and ensuring seamless delivery of AV technology and support. The role emphasizes managing equipment, reporting, and collaborating with team members to enhance the overall experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in event management.
• Specialization in lighting, sound, or AV.
• Proven project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate high-profile shows and manage equipment.
• Create production schedules and maintain equipment.
• Write detailed race reports and improve processes.

Skills

Lighting

Sound

AV Technology

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Formula One AV Technician, Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire

Location: Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Location: Banbury / Travelling

Live Wire has worked across Formula 1 for the past 10 years, supplying technology to major teams and F1 Management. Our work involves constructing viewer experiences in hospitality suites, paddock, garages, and factories, elevating each of the 24 races annually. We collaborate with suppliers to deliver pioneering technology and integrate innovation into all our projects.

We provide AV technology for various events including Festivals, Concerts, Conferences, Theatre, and Dance. Our clients include large concert halls in London such as Southbank Centre, Barbican, and Sadler's Wells.

We are seeking AV technicians to join our travelling team, working with clients like Mercedes, Red Bull, Aston Martin, McLaren, F1 Management, and F1 Academy. Technicians will work with cutting-edge equipment across multiple event types, from driver interviews to hospitality entertainment and live race commentary, including pit links. The role requires working under pressure, maintaining equipment, and constantly seeking improvements.

Responsibilities include managing equipment carefully, packing for safe shipping, ongoing maintenance, and prompt repairs. Technicians must write detailed race reports on build, scheduling, equipment usage, and sustainability, delivering reports timely to relevant parties.

We value technicians who can mentor junior team members, uphold high work standards, and collaborate with operations, production, project, and finance teams to ensure seamless race delivery and continuous improvement.

This is a full-time role.

Responsibilities:

• Operate high-profile shows with world-class drivers and musicians.
• Create production schedules and kit lists.
• Write debriefs with action points and improvement ideas.
• Maintain and report on equipment damages.
• Work independently with self-motivation.
• Build positive client relationships.
• Communicate effectively with team members on track and in the UK.

Requirements:

• At least 5 years of experience in events of varying demand.
• Specialization in lighting, sound, or AV, with broad project management confidence.