Senior Event Producer

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading events agency based in Manchester seeks an experienced Senior Event Producer. This role involves leading the delivery of large-scale live events and mentoring junior talent. You will oversee every aspect of event execution, ensuring client satisfaction and commercial success, while presenting innovative ideas to enhance event experiences.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in senior event production, ideally agency-side.
• Experience managing high-budget events.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of complex events ranging from £70k to £400k+.
• Manage client relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
• Guide and mentor junior producers.

Skills

Leadership

Event Management

Client Relations

Proposal Writing

Job description

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Are you an experienced event professional ready to take the lead on complex, high-value projects? This role is for a confident and creative producer with a passion for delivering show-stopping experiences and mentoring the next generation of talent.

About the Role

This is a hands-on position where you'll lead the end-to-end delivery of large-scale live events while guiding a team of junior producers. You'll be the main point of contact for clients, bringing ideas to life through exceptional planning, innovative solutions, and flawless execution.

Working closely with client services, creatives, and technical teams, you'll manage projects from pitch through to post-event analysis always ensuring a strategic and client-focused approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver complex events, typically ranging from £70k to £400k+.
• Own the client relationship throughout the lifecycle of each project.
• Guide, mentor, and support junior producers, including line management and professional development.
• Build and present detailed proposals with clear budgets and measurable outcomes.
• Liaise with suppliers, technical teams, and venues to ensure seamless delivery.
• Stay ahead of trends and AV developments to bring fresh ideas to every event.
• Support new business pitches and contribute to account growth strategies.
• Oversee project profitability, ensuring all commercial targets are achieved.
• Run show calls, manage technical schedules, and support live production when needed.
• Conduct thorough debriefs and provide data-driven feedback for future improvement.

About you:

• A minimum of 4 years’ experience in a senior event production role, ideally agency-side.
• Demonstrable success managing high-budget events and complex logistics.
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Skilled in creating, presenting, and winning new business proposals.
• Confidence managing suppliers, technical specs, and high-pressure delivery timelines.
• A full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel (UK & overseas).
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends when live events require.