Senior Live Events Technician Lead Audio, Lighting & AV

ENTERTAINMENT TECHNOLOGY NEW ZEALAND; Wellington; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ETNZ: Entertainment Technology New Zealand is seeking a Senior Venues & Events Technician for Whanganui Venues & Events. You will deliver live audio, lighting, vision and AV services across a diverse programme, coordinating with artists, promoters and touring productions.

The role also involves leading casual crew, volunteers and junior technicians, while providing technical solutions and maintaining venue infrastructure.

Qualifications

• At least five years' experience in live events, theatre, audiovisual production or entertainment technology.
• Advanced skills in professional audio, lighting and AV systems.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and confidence working under pressure.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• A commitment to safe working practices and industry best practice.
• A collaborative approach and a willingness to mentor others.
• Experience in theatres, performing arts venues, conference centres or multi-purpose event venues will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Deliver live audio, lighting, vision and AV services for a diverse programme of events.
• Work directly with artists, promoters, event organisers and touring productions.
• Lead and support casual crew, volunteers and junior technicians.
• Provide technical advice and production solutions to clients.
• Maintain and improve technical systems, equipment and venue infrastructure.
• Act as a venue technician during performances and events, ensuring safe and seamless operations.
• Help shape the future of our technical services through innovation, training and continuous improvement.

Skills

Live events

Audio engineering

Lighting systems

AV systems

Problem solving

Communication

Safety practices

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Job description

ETNZ: Entertainment Technology New Zealand is seeking a Senior Venues & Events Technician for Whanganui Venues & Events. You will deliver live audio, lighting, vision and AV services across a diverse programme, coordinating with artists, promoters and touring productions.

The role also involves leading casual crew, volunteers and junior technicians, while providing technical solutions and maintaining venue infrastructure.