Production Manager

Solutions Engineering Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable technical event production company in Wembley is seeking a Production Manager / Senior AV Technician to deliver high-quality live events. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in AV systems and experience in managing production teams. Key benefits include a salary range of £35,000 - £45,000, 28 days of holiday, and overtime payments.

Benefits

28 days holiday (increases to 33 days)

Statutory pension scheme

Overtime pay or time off in lieu

Travel costs covered for nights away

Qualifications

• Direct experience as a Senior AV Technician or Technical Production Manager in events.
• Previous experience managing production teams onsite.
• Knowledge of CAD design is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver end-to-end technical event production.
• Oversee prep and logistics for equipment and crew.
• Manage crew schedules and briefs.

Skills

Strong technical background in event production

Technical expertise in video and lighting systems

Ability to manage and deliver live events

Flexibility to work weekends/evenings

Tools

Novastar

Green Hippo

Resolume

Avolites

Job description

Production Manager / Senior AV Technician

Location: Wembley

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000

Working Hours: 40 hours per week

Company Overview

A small yet well-established technical event production company supplying audio, video, lighting, and scenic production services for corporate and private events throughout London.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver end-to-end technical event production, from client brief to onsite delivery.
• Oversee prep and logistics, ensuring all equipment and crew requirements are met.
• Crew scheduling and management, including briefing freelancers and internal teams.
• Spec equipment for jobs and contribute to procurement discussions.
• Provide design input and ensure kit lists meet technical and creative requirements.
• Operate audiovisual and lighting equipment onsite where required.
• Liaise with account managers and assist with overall event management.
• Budget management.
• Ensure high standards of health and safety and compliance across all projects.

Requirements

• Strong technical background with the ability to manage and deliver live events.
• Technical expertise in video and lighting systems such as Novastar, Green Hippo, Resolume, Avolites, or similar.
• Direct experience as a Senior AV Technician OR Technical Production Manager within the events industry.
• Previous experience managing production teams onsite.
• Flexible and adaptable, able to travel and work weekends/evenings where required.
• Driving licence beneficial.
• Knowledge of CAD design desirable but not essential.

Package & Benefits

• Salary: £35K - £45K DOE
• 28 days holiday (inc. bank holidays) - rises by 1 day per year up to 33 days.
• Statutory pension scheme.
• Overtime paid or time off in lieu options.
• Hotel, food, and transport costs covered for nights away.

How to apply

Interested in hearing more? Simply apply or contact Jake Voisey on the details provided.

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