Senior AV Technical Manager – Live Events

Hargrove, Inc.; London; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced family leave provisions

Perkbox and Employee assistance Prog.

Company sick pay

Generous employee referral scheme

Career path with support

Access to state-of-the-art technology

Global presence and opportunities

Long Service Programme

Job summary

Hargrove, Inc. is seeking an experienced Technical Manager with a strong AV background for large venue events in London. You will act as the subject matter expert for your discipline, mentor technicians, and collaborate with Production to plan and execute complex shows.

You will manage pre-planning, on-site operations, and post-show activities, ensuring profitability and adherence to safety standards. Strong leadership and client-facing coordination are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of live large venue audio visual experience.
• 5+ years of knowledge of Audio Visual and expert level technical skill in a discipline.
• 2+ years crew lead experience (not necessarily direct reports).
• Advanced problem solving skills.
• Strong written and oral communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Pre-planning: design, pre-plan and manage all aspects of your discipline with client and PMs.
• Drive production plans: labour needs, budgets, equipment selection and interfaces with warehouse leads.
• Support other departments by recommending technology, processes and methodologies.
• On-site management: deliver world class service, manage the production plan and safety standards.
• Operate designated equipment and lead teams on site to ensure smooth execution.
• Post-show: manage labour, time sheets, expenses, sub rentals and maintenance notes.

Skills

Live venue AV

Expert discipline

Crew lead experience

Problem solving

Communication skills

Job description

Hargrove, Inc. is seeking an experienced Technical Manager with a strong AV background for large venue events in London. You will act as the subject matter expert for your discipline, mentor technicians, and collaborate with Production to plan and execute complex shows.

You will manage pre-planning, on-site operations, and post-show activities, ensuring profitability and adherence to safety standards. Strong leadership and client-facing coordination are essential.