At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and operate AV equipment for live events and expos across the UK and Europe.
- Company: Join Whitwam Ltd, a 117-year-old company evolving in the event production industry.
- Benefits: Earn £24,000-£30,000, enjoy paid overtime, private medical insurance, and your birthday off.
- Other info: Clear career development path and opportunities to work with cutting-edge technology.
- Why this job: Be part of exciting live events and develop your skills in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in AV systems preferred; training provided for those eager to learn.
The predicted salary is between 27000 - 33000 £ per year.
Location: Winchester, Hampshire
Salary: £24,000 - £30,000 per annum (based on experience) plus overtime bonus
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time (37.5 hours per week)
About us: Whitwam Ltd is 117 years old and still evolving. We have four sectors of business that are in growth and we need professionally minded people who like doing things well, for nice clients. Our Designed Event Production team delivers AV for live events, corporate events and expos across the UK and Europe, and we're looking for an AV Technician to join the team, based out of our office and warehouse in Winchester.
About the role: You'll prep and pack kit, run technical checks, and operate AV on site for live events and expos. You'll also support our production manager, help maintain stock, and learn new technologies as we bring them in.
What you'll be doing:
- Prepping, testing and packing AV kit for events and hires
- Delivering, unloading, setting up and running pre-event checks and technical rehearsals on site
- Operating kit during events as part of the crew
- Clearing down, returning kit to storage, and flagging any issues or discrepancies between the quoted and actual job
- Re-testing and re-prepping returned kit for future hires, including PAT testing (training provided)
- Supporting the production manager and helping to maintain stock
- Covering client contact (phone, email and walk-in) and general team support when needed
About you: You'll ideally have at least two years' experience delivering AV systems for live events, with corporate experience a plus. Training will be offered where experience is lacking, but some competency in any of the following would be a good start:
- Audio, video and lighting
- Stage and scenic build
- Projection and LED video wall
- Power management
You'll also need to be:
- A problem-solver who looks for the solution, not the problem, and adds value for clients on site
- A full UK driving licence holder, willing to drive vans (van training given)
- Flexible to work event dates and hours, with some short trips across the UK and Europe
- Living within commutable distance of Winchester and legally able to work in the UK
What we offer:
- £24,000 - £30,000 core salary, based on experience
- Paid overtime
- Discretionary annual bonus scheme
- Private medical insurance
- Your birthday off
- Experience across all areas of AV production, including audio, lighting, video, LED wall build, staging and exhibition build
- A clear path for career development and skills growth
Additional Information:
- Reporting to the Designed Tech Director
- Office and warehouse-based in Winchester - no working from home
- Available to start as soon as the right person is found
Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.
Event AV Technician - Live Events & Expos employer: Designed Event Production
Join a dynamic team in Winchester where creativity meets technology! As an AV Technician, you'll enjoy a supportive work culture that values innovation and collaboration, with opportunities for professional growth and development. With benefits like travel perks, overtime pay, and even your birthday off, this role offers a rewarding experience in the exciting world of live event production.
