Junior AV Technician

aps Events and Media; Manchester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

aps Events and Media is seeking a Junior AV Technician to join our technical team in South Manchester. You will prep, test and maintain AV equipment, manage stock bookings and assist with onsite setups for live, virtual and hybrid events.

The role requires strong communication skills, a basic understanding of audio-visual systems, and a flexible approach to non-traditional hours. A full UK driving licence is a plus.

Qualifications

• Basic experience with audio-visual kit and event equipment.
• Willingness to learn testing and maintenance of gear.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility to work non-traditional hours as events require.

Responsibilities

• Prep and test AV equipment before events.
• Manage stock bookings and track kit returns.
• Support delivery of live, virtual and hybrid events.
• Liaise with suppliers/clients on-site as needed.

Skills

AV equipment handling

Testing & maintenance

Stock management

Client and supplier liaison

Tools

Audio-visual kit

Lighting equipment

Job description

We are a successful and diverse events and media production company based in the beautiful surroundings of Abney Park in Cheadle, South Manchester. We specialise in the production of events that take us all over the world, and in creating exciting and innovative digital media, primarily within the healthcare industry.

We’re looking for a Junior AV Technician to join our technical team and play a part in supporting the delivery of our live, virtual and hybrid events.

Based in our offices, you’ll get stuck right in working with the AV tech that makes it all happen. You’ll be prepping equipment, managing stock bookings, de-prepping kit coming back from site, and testing and maintaining it so it’s all ready for the next one!

As you develop in the role, you’ll have opportunities to get out of the office and support event delivery onsite in the UK and overseas.

This really is a varied and hands‑on role, where you’ll learn on the job from the ground up with a great team who will support and help you build your experience in the events production world.

You’ll be working with our busy project teams to ensure they have all they need to deliver the technical elements of their events, and when you do start going onsite, you’ll be liaising with suppliers and clients, so you’ll need excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You’ll also have some experience of working with audio-visual kit, lighting and other event related equipment.

As this is the events industry where it’s not always a 9 to 5, Monday to Friday job, flexibility is a must.

Knowledge of IT packages including Word, Excel and Outlook is also required. A full clean UK driving licence is a plus!

We’re not just looking to fill this role, we’re looking for someone to develop and grow their career with us. Many of our people have progressed within the business by building on their skills and knowledge, and taking on new challenges as they arise. We’d love you to do the same!

We do not use AI to filter, sort or rank applications as we prefer the personal touch in our recruitment process. That being said, we appreciate that AI can be helpful when writing a CV or cover letter, so by all means use it to help start you off. However, we want to hear from you in your own words, rather than an AI interpretation of you, so please bear this in mind when applying. Thank you!

No agencies please.

Please note that candidates will be required to provide evidence of their right to work in the UK before commencing employment.

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