Production Manager - live events

Prospero Integrated; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Integrated is seeking an experienced Production Manager to join its live events team in Milton Keynes. You will manage multiple live event projects from brief to on-site delivery and post-event evaluation, coordinating technical production across lighting, audio, video, staging and rigging.

You will interpret client briefs, translate concepts into production plans, produce AutoCAD drawings and specs, and prepare proposals, budgets and RAMS to support pitches and ensure profitable

Qualifications

• Experience in production management within live events or related industries.
• Strong understanding of live event technical production (lighting, audio, video, staging).
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or similar design software.
• Experience preparing RAMS, budgets and costings.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder liaison abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple live event projects simultaneously, prioritising workloads and adapting to changing requirements.
• Oversee all stages of production, from initial brief and planning through to on-site delivery and post-event evaluation.
• Coordinate technical production requirements across lighting, audio, video, staging, rigging, power and scenic elements.
• Manage on-site operations, including load-in, installation, live event delivery and load-out.
• Interpret client briefs and translate creative concepts into practical technical production plans.
• Produce technical drawings using AutoCAD, alongside equipment specifications, schematics and production plots where required.
• Work collaboratively with technical specialists to develop suitable production designs.
• Prepare technical proposals, budgets and drawings to support client pitches and new business opportunities.

Skills

Production management

Technical project management

Live events

Budgeting

Health & Safety

Client liaison

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

We are looking for an experienced, organised and proactive Production Manager to join our live events team.

Project Management & Delivery

• Manage multiple live event projects simultaneously, prioritising workloads and adapting to changing requirements.
• Oversee all stages of production, from initial brief and planning through to on-site delivery and post-event evaluation.
• Coordinate technical production requirements across lighting, audio, video, staging, rigging, power and scenic elements.
• Manage on-site operations, including load-in, installation, live event delivery and load-out.

Technical Production & Design

• Interpret client briefs and translate creative concepts into practical technical production plans.
• Produce technical drawings using AutoCAD, alongside equipment specifications, schematics and production plots where required.
• Work collaboratively with technical specialists to develop suitable production designs.
• Prepare technical proposals, budgets and drawings to support client pitches and new business opportunities..

Budgeting & Commercial Management

• Prepare accurate project budgets, quotations and costings using rental management and project planning software.
• Monitor project expenditure and resources to ensure delivery remains within agreed budgets.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, maximise resources and enhance project profitability.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all projects comply with relevant Health & Safety legislation, regulations and company procedures.
• Prepare and review risk assessments and method statements (RAMS), safety plans and other required documentation.
• Promote a strong safety culture across all production activities.
• Ensure that staff, freelancers, suppliers and venues understand and follow relevant safety procedures.

Essential:

• Experience in a production management or technical project management role within the live events, events production or related industry.
• Strong understanding of live event technical production, including lighting, audio, video, staging and associated equipment.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar technical design software.
• Experience producing technical drawings, equipment specifications, schematics and production plots.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to liaise with clients, suppliers and technical teams.
• Experience preparing project budgets, quotations and costings.
• A sound understanding of Health & Safety requirements and experience preparing RAMS.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to respond effectively to changing circumstances.
• A proactive, collaborative and professional approach to work.
• A valid driving licence and passport.