At a Glance
- Tasks: Set up and operate AV equipment for exciting live events in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Join a leading Events Management business with a focus on innovation and teamwork.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, private medical insurance, flexible hours, and training opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible working hours and great career growth potential in the live events industry.
- Why this job: Be part of creating unforgettable experiences while developing your AV skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in AV tech, strong teamwork, and excellent communication skills required.
Location: Central London
Salary: £42,500 plus overtime opportunities
Working Hours: Monday to Friday
Additional Company Benefits: Private medical insurance, company bonus scheme, season ticket loans, free railcard, flexible working hours, training and development, Bike2Work scheme and contributory pension scheme.
Overview: First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic Events Management business who are looking to recruit a Senior Venue Technician on a permanent basis due to growth. The business mainly provides services to corporate events which generally take place on weekdays, although some weekend working will be required, and there is a high degree of flexibility regarding working hours, as well as an understanding that this is not a 9-5 job. This is a diverse role. You will have the chance to increase your AV experience whilst helping to produce fantastic events. Ultimately, your success will be demonstrated by the successful execution and creation of great looking events. As a Senior Technician, you will assist with client liaison and take some responsibility for managing other technicians, freelancers and crew. You will have to coordinate your activities with several others, and ultimately your performance in this role as part of a production team will enable live events to proceed smoothly and efficiently.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- You will review jobs with colleagues to ensure that the equipment specified can fulfil requirements.
- When required, you will liaise with the client and brief, direct and co-ordinate on-site crew.
- You will set up, install and operate equipment on-site at live events.
- Assist with the planning and coordination of the rig and de-rig of jobs.
- Help maintain the on-site AV equipment and managing a small AV storage area.
Qualifications and experience:
- Experience of installing, configuring, and problem-solving LED video walls.
- Technical competence in sound and/or video for live events with a reasonable understanding of lighting.
- Proven experience in technical roles, working within the live events industry, either as an employee or freelancer.
- Experience of leading teams and/or crew on jobs.
- First class interpersonal skills – especially regarding meeting management and written communications.
- Strong teamwork skills with the ability to work with a variety of professionals from different disciplines producing live events.
- Naturally pro-active instincts, with a hunger for inspiring change and operational improvement.
- Excellent all-round end-user IT skills.
Senior AV Technician employer: First Military Recruitment Ltd
Join a dynamic Events Management business in Central London, where your role as a Senior AV Technician will not only enhance your technical skills but also allow you to thrive in a flexible and supportive work environment. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, you will benefit from comprehensive training opportunities, private medical insurance, and a generous bonus scheme, all while contributing to the successful execution of exciting corporate events. This is more than just a job; it's a chance to be part of a collaborative team that values innovation and excellence in the live events industry.
Contact Details:
First Military Recruitment Ltd Recruitment Team
