Technical Production Manager

Hybrid working - Are you ready to take the lead on technical delivery for bold, creative live events?

We're looking for an experienced Technical Production Manager to join our client who are going through an exciting period of growth who bring technically flawless productions to life across the UK and internationally. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love turning complex technical plans into seamless experiences, this is the role for you.

Benefits include:

• Exciting national and international projects
• Career progression opportunities
• Supportive, collaborative team culture

THE COMPANY

This creative event production agency specialises in high-impact, experience-led live events. From concept to completion, they deliver standout productions for a diverse range of clients. With a growing portfolio and ambitious plans, now is the perfect time for a Technical Production Manager to join and make an impact.

THE ROLE

As Technical Production Manager, you'll oversee all technical aspects of live events, from lighting, sound, and video to set builds and rigging. You'll manage planning, budgets, and on-site delivery, ensuring every project runs smoothly and exceeds expectations. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading technical planning and execution for live events
• Acting as the main contact for technical requirements with clients, venues, and suppliers
• Managing equipment setup, operation, and de-rig
• Knowledge across audio, lighting, video, rigging, and staging, along with confidence using CAD or Vectorworks (or similar software) for planning and layouts
• Ensuring compliance with health & safety standards
• Mentoring junior team members and freelancers
• Travelling for site visits, production meetings, and live events (UK and overseas)

THE CANDIDATE

As Technical Production Manager you'll bring solid experience in technical production and a strong understanding of live events. Strong organisational and time management skills are essential, as well as excellent communication and client facing abilities. You should have experience managing budgets, including multi currency projects, and demonstrate a flexible, hands on approach with a willingness to travel.

Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across events, experiential and exhibitions. If this position isn't quite what you're looking for please visit live recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities, we are recruiting.

As a specialist events recruitment agency we help our clients build the most talented and diverse teams in the UK. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, embracing diversity across all intersecting dimensions, including ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, well being, abilities, and neurodiversity. We are dedicated to ensuring a supportive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations for any reason, please do not hesitate to let us know.

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