Technical Events Production Manager

Audio Visual Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

4 weeks holiday + Bank Holidays

Company pension scheme

Travel opportunities

Creative and supportive environment

Job summary

Audio Visual Recruitment Ltd in London is seeking a hands-on Technical Production Manager to lead technical delivery across live events, installations and immersive experiences.

You will coordinate AV, lighting, fountains, lasers and SFX, manage on-site teams, ensure safety and quality, and work with clients to exceed expectations.

Qualifications

• Hands-on and proactive in live events or installations.
• Strong technical background across AV, lighting, fountains, lasers and SFX.
• Able to work across multiple disciplines and travel as required.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Willingness to travel and work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership to manage and deliver technical production across events and installations.
• Work across AV, lighting, fountains, lasers, and SFX to deliver immersive experiences.
• Support project planning, preparation, and on-site execution.
• Lead crew, freelancers, and suppliers with clear communication.
• Ensure all technical elements are delivered safely, on time and to spec.
• Assist with equipment preparation, testing and maintenance.
• Troubleshoot on-site issues and resolve problems quickly.
• Contribute to design and delivery phases to meet client goals.

Skills

Hands-on

Technical background

Multi-discipline

Problem-solving

Communication

Organisational

Travel-flexible

Tools

AutoCAD

Vectorworks

Job description

The company is a dynamic and creative production company delivering innovative technical solutions across live events, installations, and immersive experiences. They specialise in integrating cutting-edge technologies, including AV, lighting, fountains, lasers, and special effects.

The Role

We are seeking a hands‑on Technical Production Manager to join our London‑based team. This is a varied and practical role, working across a wide range of projects from live events to permanent and temporary installations.

Key Responsibilities

• Take full ownership to manage and deliver technical production across events and installations, creating a seamless experience for clients and their customers
• Work across multiple disciplines, including AV, lighting, fountains, lasers, and SFX to deliver highly immersive experiences
• Support project planning, preparation, and on‑site execution, utilising your skills and creativity at every stage of project delivery
• Lead and collaborate with crew, freelancers, and suppliers to ensure clear communication
• Ensure all technical elements are delivered safely, on time, and to specification, maintaining high standards of safety and quality
• Assist with equipment preparation, testing, and maintenance to avoid any issues during delivery
• Troubleshoot technical issues on‑site, quickly diagnose and solve problems, working both independently and with support from the wider technical team
• Contribute to the creative and technical development of projects during both design and delivery phases to ensure the project meets and exceeds client goals

About You

• Hands‑on and proactive, with a strong technical background in live events or installations
• Comfortable working across multiple technical disciplines
• Able to work effectively within a small, close‑knit team
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail
• Willingness to travel and work flexible hours when required
• Good communication and organisational skills

Desirable (but not essential):

• CAD experience (e.g., AutoCAD, Vectorworks, or similar)
• Experience with water features, lasers, or special effects

Benefits

• Salary: Dependent on experience (DOE)
• Overtime opportunities
• Holiday: 4 weeks + Bank Holidays + Christmas shutdown
• Company pension scheme (following qualifying period)
• Opportunities to travel and work on unique, high‑profile projects
• A supportive and creative working environment