Production Manager

GET STAFFED ONLINE RECRUITMENT LIMITED; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Production Manager to oversee the planning and execution of live and hybrid events. You will lead technical teams and ensure seamless integration of AV systems while managing budgets and client relationships. Candidates should have over 4 years of production management experience and a strong grasp of AV technologies. The role requires flexibility, including evening and weekend work, alongside travel for on-site event delivery. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary with overtime

28 days holiday plus your birthday off

Private Medical Scheme

Ongoing training

Career development opportunities

Team-building activities

Company pension

Qualifications

• 4+ years of production management experience in technical production for live events.
• Strong understanding of professional AV equipment including audio mixers and lighting concepts.
• Familiarity with CAD software and project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end planning and execution of live events.
• Ensure seamless integration of audio, video, lighting, and staging systems.
• Lead technical teams and manage budgets for events.

Skills

Production management experience

Technical production for live events

Understanding of AV equipment

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Tools

CAD software (Sketchup/Capture)

Project management software

Show-control systems (Crestron, Watchout, Disguise)

Job description

Production Manager

Our client has been supplying the latest in audio visual equipment and professional event production services for over a decade and are now looking for a Production Manager to join their growing team.

Role Outline

Our client’s Production Managers are responsible for the end-to-end planning, management, and execution of live events and hybrid events ensuring seamless integration of audio, video, lighting, and staging systems while managing budgets and leading technical teams.

Key Responsibilities Will Cover:

• Project Manager
• Client and Stakeholder Relations
• Technical Planning
• Financial Management
• Team and Resource Management
• On-site Execution
• Health and Safety
• Equipment and Technology

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• They typically require 4+ years of production management experience in technical production for live events, exhibitions, or corporate events.
• A strong understanding of professional AV equipment including audio mixers, wireless microphones, video switchers, projectors/displays, LED video walls, and basic lighting/rigging concepts.
• Software Proficiency: Familiarity with CAD software (Sketchup/Capture), project management tools, and potentially show-control systems like Crestron, Watchout, or Disguise.

Soft Skills

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities, capable of managing multiple projects and tight deadlines.
• Proactive problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Strong commercial awareness and budget management skills.

The role often requires flexible working hours, including evenings and weekends, and a willingness to travel for on-site delivery.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with overtime and bonus scheme
• 28 days holiday plus your birthday off after one year
• Private Medical Scheme (launching in 2026)
• Ongoing internal and external training
• Career development opportunities
• A friendly, modern working environment
• Team-building activities
• Company pension