Head of Lighting & Technical Lead - Live Events

Encore; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare after 12 months

Volunteer programme

Enhanced family leave

Perkbox and EAP

Company sick pay

Employee recognition scheme

Referral scheme

Mentoring and training

Access to state-of-the-art technology

Global presence and opportunities

Long Service Programme

Job summary

Encore in London is seeking a Head of Lighting - Technical Manager with a strong AV background for large-venue events. You will be the subject matter expert for lighting and related disciplines, overseeing pre-planning, on-site management and post-show activities while mentoring technicians and coordinating with production teams.

You will manage high-end equipment, negotiate with supply chains and drive innovation across the portfolio.

Qualifications

• BA/BS Degreed or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of live large venue audio visual.
• 5+ years of knowledge of Audio Visual and expert level technical skill set in a discipline.
• 2+ years crew lead experience (not necessarily direct reports).
• Strong customer service skills.
• Excellent organisation skills.
• Advanced problem solving skills.
• Strong written and oral communications skills.
• Ability to travel up to 75%.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Senior Project Managers, Project Managers and end client to design, pre-plan and manage all aspects of their discipline.
• Drive Results — Complete technical drawings, production plans, labour needs, budgets, equipment selection, and interfaces with the warehouse leads and sub rentals.
• See the Bigger Picture — Assist other departments by recommending technology, processes and methodologies.
• Delivers World Class Service — ensure discipline meets client needs by managing production plan, budget and Encore standards.
• Set and test technical components; operate designated equipment during events.
• Provide leadership to the assigned crew and ensure health and safety compliance.
• Post-show management including final labour, time sheets, expenses, and equipment maintenance needs.
• Report back to Senior Project Managers and Project Managers with post-show feedback.
• Promote a culture of learning and coach team members.

Skills

Live AV at large venues

Customer service

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Written and oral communication

Travel readiness

Education

BA/BS degree or equivalent

Job description

Encore in London is seeking a Head of Lighting - Technical Manager with a strong AV background for large-venue events. You will be the subject matter expert for lighting and related disciplines, overseeing pre-planning, on-site management and post-show activities while mentoring technicians and coordinating with production teams.

You will manage high-end equipment, negotiate with supply chains and drive innovation across the portfolio.