While the public sees the lights, the music, and the main stage, industry insiders know the truth: great outdoor events rely on production and operational excellence. Behind every seamless performance, every crowd-pleasing installation, and every well-timed transition is a team of professionals working tirelessly - often out of sight - to make it all happen.
And that's where Live Recruitment shines. Our speciality lies in the often unsung but mission-critical roles that make or break a festival or large-scale outdoor event. From the first ground stake to the final de-rig, these individuals are the engine rooms of live experiences.
They manage complex builds, coordinate multiple suppliers, keep thousands of attendees safe, ensure the tech runs seamlessly, and maintain strict timelines. Whether it’s navigating weather disruptions, last-minute artist changes, or technical troubleshooting, they are the calm in the chaos. The roles we typically recruit for in this sector include Operations & Site Managers, Health & Safety Leads, Production & Technical Managers, Logistics Coordinators, Artists & Talent Liaisons, and Staging/Rigging Professionals - to name just a few.
Why these roles are hard to fill internally
Outdoor events are high-pressure environments. They demand not only technical knowledge and hands-on experience but also adaptability, grit, and the ability to problem-solve in the moment. Site conditions change, timelines shift, and the margin for error is razor thin.
Hiring in-house for these roles is tough - especially for teams scaling up seasonally or managing multiple projects at once. That’s where we come in. At Live Recruitment, we’ve built a specialist talent pool of over 43,000 experienced event professionals, many of whom are seasoned in large-scale outdoor environments.
Our dedicated account managers don’t just search - they match. We understand the nuance between a production manager who thrives in music festivals versus one best suited for endurance events or cultural activations. It’s this insider knowledge that allows us to deliver fast, accurate, and reliable hiring solutions.
Our Track Record
We’ve placed production leads at some of the UK’s largest festivals and operations directors at major mass participation events. We’ve sourced health and safety managers for multi-day builds, AV techs for complex stage setups, and artist liaisons for high-profile headline acts.
Our clients come back to us because we don’t just understand recruitment - we understand events. We know what’s at stake, and we deliver under pressure, often working to tight lead times and shifting project scopes.
So, whether it’s a 100,000-capacity music festival, a nationwide brand activation, or a city-wide marathon with multiple moving parts, we know the people who make it happen - and we know how to get them on-site, ready, and equipped to deliver.
Get in touch for more information: hi@live-recruitment.co.uk | www.live-recruitment.co.uk