AV PROJECT MANAGER - FESTIVALS
NORTHAMPTONSHIRE
£EXCELLENT

CN17266

Are you an AV Project Manager with an in depth knowledge of lighting and a passion for live events and festivals? If so, this is the opportunity for you!

THE COMPANY

Our client is an independent full scale production company catering for the live events and the festival industry. With a huge variety of equipment from lighting, LED walls, screens, PA systems and more they are no stranger to supplying the highest spec equipment for large scale projects!

Due to their on-going success they are now recruiting a Head of Lighting / Project Manager to join their successful and ambitious team who will use their technical knowledge (specifically lighting) and client facing experience to think up and deliver creative projects from start to finish! You will also supply specialist lighting design and technical support services in the pre-production and onsite delivery of live events.

Don't miss this opportunity to join this leading company and work in their close-knit, friendly and dedicated team.

THE ROLE

Due to recent growth they are now looking for a Lighting Project Manager to come on board and join their lively team to support across their exciting projects!

Your key responsibilities will include:

Producing a number of CAD drawings/renders of lighting designs
Providing technical support across a range of events and festivals
Producing technical quotations
Managing technical projects from start to finish
Troubleshooting equipment prior to events taking place
Line managing Lighting Technicians
Helping identify potential equipment purchases
Taking responsibility of technical equipment repairs

THE CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will have a strong background within lighting design and project management from either an audio visual or production company. You will also have strong client facing skills and be confident to team a team of technicians.

You must be from a large scale festival background to be suitable for this opportunity.

If you have a keen interest in live events and festivals with a flexible work ethic then this opportunity is for you!

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

AV PROJECT MANAGER - LIVE EVENTS
HERTFORDSHIRE
£EXCELLENT

CN17225

Your chance to join this creative agency and work with big named brands on exciting large scale live events and exhibitions!

THE COMPANY

Working within the UK and Europe this agency is going from strength to strength and work across a wide variety of large scale projects from festivals, brand experiences, awards ceremonies, exhibitions and large outdoor public events! With all their high tech kit and equipment onsite as well as a large workshop, they offer a range of services from audio visual hire, installation and scenic construction!

Don't miss this opportunity to join this leading company and work in their close-knit, friendly and dedicated team.

THE ROLE

Huge to recent growth they are now looking a Project Manager to come on board and join their lively team to work across their AV projects.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Working alongside the Operations Manager
Managing events from brief to completion
Managing event budgets
Creating technical drawings using CAD
Technically specifying audio visual equipment
Event logistics - booking travel and accommodation
Technically specifying AV equipment
Managing freelancers both onsite and within the workshop
Identifying new business opportunities
Client and customer communication
Onsite delivery and support

THE CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will have a excellent knowledge of audio visual equipment and have worked within an audio visual supplier or event/production agency with a in depth knowledge of live events and exhibitions. You will have the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and you must be organised and have a flexible work ethic due to early mornings, late nights and long days.

** Please note due to location you must also have a full UK driving licence **

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 www.live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting.

AV DRIVER / TECHNICIAN - EVENTS

£NEG + BENEFITS

WEST MIDLANDS

SP17366

Fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and highly regarded technical production provider who work with an array of clients!

THE COMPANY

Our client will work with high profile clients and assist in the design and technical staging of events, from a small meeting to an arena spectacular and everything in between.

Servicing clients across the UK and Europe they will assist with the development of ideas and themes, providing creative solutions in the form of design, PowerPoint, keynote computer graphics, music and video or simply the rental of a piece of technical equipment!

THE ROLE

As part of this growth there is now a fantastic opportunity for an experienced AV Technician /Driver to join their team and look after all aspects of their in house AV inventory.

You will be expected to drive to venues across Birmingham and the UK using the company vans to set up, operate and dismantle basic AV equipment. You will also provide on-site technical support for our conferences and other live events these may take you out of the country and away overnight.

You will be involved in the set-up, operation of equipment and dismantling of it before returning the equipment to the warehouse for unloading and de-prep of that equipment and ensuring it is back in a show ready condition.

Key duties

• Check in and check out equipment using rental software
• Stock checking
• Document all goods in and out
• Prepare and test all equipment
• Maintenance of equipment including PAT testing
• Manage all storage space and areas
• Health and Safety
• Ensure equipment is safe and secure at all times
• Delivery of equipment to event venues
• Set up and operation on site

THE CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate should have a good strong technical back ground across all AV disciplines, a pro-active attitude and above all a willingness to get involved and make things happen.

In return they offer an excellent opportunity to develop your experience both technically and more broadly across project management, all within a supportive team environment.

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 www.live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting.

AV HIRE COORDINATOR - EVENTS
WEST MIDLANDS
£COMPETITIVE

LS17381

Take the next step in your career and join one of the UK's largest AV Company's technical team in their Midlands based office!

THE COMPANY

A well-established technical AV supply company with a highly experienced team, this leading technical business has a proven background in offering excellent service to end clients and production agencies across the country.

Boasting high quality, high-tech kit, they offer full AV project management for innovative corporate events.

THE ROLE

This is a brilliant opportunity to be part of a friendly and experienced team in a highly successful agency, working in a rewarding role with great earning potential!

Due to their on-going expansion, there is now an opportunity for a Hire Desk Coordinator to join their close knit and supportive team. A hybrid role, the ideal candidate will work with the client from their initial AV Hire enquiry through to the day of their event.

*Taking and interpreting clients event expectations
*Client liaison
*Translating the technical jargon into language that they will understand
*Budget management
*Managing crew logistics including travel and accommodation
*Upselling of equipment and internal departments
*Booking equipment from external suppliers
*Working with in-house teams to coordinator jobs
*Managing transport
*Ad-hoc administration duties

THE CANDIDATE

This role would be ideal for an AV Technician or Hire Desk Coordinator with delivery experience looking to take that next step and progress their career in this technical production company.

The business offer an excellent working environment, including a strong team ethos, a broad range of clients and projects to work on, competitive salaries and fantastic career opportunities.

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 www.live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER - EXHIBITION DESIGN & BUILD
LONDON
£EXCELLENT + COMMISSION

MM17236

Your chance to work with a global agency skilled in creating award winning exhibition stands!

THE COMPANY

A truly well established and well respected company, they specialise in the print industry and have broadened their services and now offer full exhibition design and build services to an array of exciting clients.

Having won a range of awards they are experts at managing the design, build and delivery of stands across the UK and overseas. Working with a huge variety of client sectors including beauty, automotive, technology and veterinary to name a few - this business are known for developing innovative and often complex solutions in stand build, experiential builds and bespoke pop ups. With a 200+ work force and £40+ million turnover, this is company is truly going from strength to strength!

THE ROLE

With a huge scope of projects on offer, they are now looking for a Business Development Manager to join their innovative team to continue to drive success in the build department and showcase their unrivalled end to end service to new and existing clients.

Key responsibilities include:

• Client management
• Building and developing relationships
• Identifying new business opportunities
• Taking briefs and pitching for new business
• Working closely with management to ensure sales strategies are in line with the marketing of the business
• Keeping up to date with industry trends and reporting back on these
• Attending industry networking events to meet new contacts and generate business

THE CANDIDATE

To be successful in this role candidates will have proven sales experiences within the exhibition design and build industry, with proven capabilities of driving new business forward. You must be confident in being client facing, generating leads and leading pitches.
Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) within the events & experiential and exhibitions industry. If this position isn't what you're looking for please go to our website for the latest vacancies and to register, or if you know someone who would be perfect for this position why not take advantage of our £350 referral scheme.

CNC OPERATOR/CARPENTER - EVENTS
£EXCELLENT
NORTH LONDON

CN17328

Great opportunity for an experienced CNC Operator to join a fantastic production agency where you'll be working across a number of exciting projects.

THE COMPANY

Working within the UK and Europe, this well-established production agency deliver offer a range of services including lighting, audio and visual solutions as well as staging and scenic construction. Working on both corporate and private projects such as award ceremonies, exhibitions and creative parties, this agency is going from strength to strength.

Having tripled in size over the past 2 years, and with an exciting array of clients and projects there has never been a better time to join!

THE ROLE

As a CNC Operator, you will be responsible for:

General operation of the CNC machine
Able to interpret working drawings
Producing high quality pieces
Maintaining the three-axis CNC router
In depth knowledge of materials
Supporting the Workshop Manager
Able to work to tight deadlines
General upkeep of workshop and manual handling

THE CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will come from a scenic events background with an in depth knowledge of how a CNC machine operates. You must also be able to interpret working drawings and produce high quality finished pieces in a fast paced events environment. Candidates must have a keen interest in the events and scenic industry.

In return the company offer a fantastic working environment, overtime opportunities and progression!

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

SENIOR PRODUCTION MANAGER - EVENTS
LONDON
££ FANTASTIC + BENEFITS

SP17176

This is an opportunity of a lifetime to work on a large scale events across the globe!

THE COMPANY

With worldwide offices, a leading industry profile, broad range of clients, huge budgets and extensive internal resources, this agency certainly has it all! Ensuring creativity is based at the heart of all their events, the team are innovative in their approach and guarantee each project is high impact and high value!

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and highly-motivated individual to join a fast-paced and dynamic agency!

THE ROLE

As part of their on-going success they are now recruiting a Senior Production Manager to join their team and work with one of their prestigious global brands.

The role is broad and will provide experienced leadership in the planning and delivery of a variety of projects across the account to include brand strategy, brand experience, exhibitions and event design, visual identity, large-scale digital installations, digital content, web, mobile and social media.

Reporting into the Global Production Director you will be working alongside the other internal teams to ensure the highest standards of delivery and you will get involved in:

End to end project / production management
Liaising with internal departments (production, design etc.)
Overseeing the project schedule & producing timelines
Oversee supplier negotiations
On site client management
Compiling detailed reports
Budget management including financial reconciliation
Client relationship management

THE CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate should have extensive experience of delivering exhibitions and live events at a senior level.

We are looking for someone who is highly organised and a creative thinker, who has the ability to multi task. This role requires a candidate with a very positive and enthusiastic attitude with a genuine interest in cutting edge production.

In return they offer excellent training and progression opportunities, the ability to be involved in a wide range of high profile events and a place where your natural talent can flourish.

Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) within the events, experiential and creative. If this position isn't what you're looking for please go to our website for the latest vacancies and to register, or if you know someone who would be perfect for this position why not take advantage of our £350 referral scheme.

If this position isn't quite what you're looking for please visit www.live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting.

TECHNICAL AUDIO VISUAL MANAGER
£EXCELLENT
NORTH LONDON

CN17329

Great opportunity for an experienced Technical AV Manager to join a fantastic production agency where you'll be working across a number of exciting projects.

THE COMPANY

Working within the UK and Europe, this well-established production agency deliver offer a range of services including lighting, audio and visual solutions as well as staging and scenic construction. Working on both corporate and private projects such as award ceremonies, exhibitions and creative parties, this agency is going from strength to strength.

Having tripled in size over the past 2 years, and with an exciting array of clients and projects there has never been a better time to join!

THE ROLE

As a Technical AV Manager, you will be responsible for:

Taking technical leadership across the board
Advising on the latest AV and IT technology
Supporting on a range of high profile projects
Acting as the key point of contact for technical queries
Needs to be self-motivated and have a proactive approach to work.
Researching new and exciting technologies
Delivering projects to the highest possible standard

The ideal candidate will come from an AV supply company or technical production agency with experience of managing AV and IT equipment. You will have a solid knowledge of technical equipment across the full AV spectrum is essential. Candidates must have a keen interest in the latest equipment and be competent when handling clients and large scale projects.

In return the company offer a fantastic working environment, overtime opportunities and progression!

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

HEAD OF TECHNICAL
SWINDON
£COMPETITIVE

CW17341

Support and manage a growing team in delivering high quality production services across a range of corporate events.

THE COMPANY

With 20 years of success, this production agency provide high quality audio, lighting, visual and scenic services to a huge range of corporate clients across the UK. Housing technical, design, digital and logistics they offer clients a full and streamlined service, always with a creative touch!

THE ROLE

This exciting company are currently looking for a Head of Technical to join the team and oversee the technical team in addition to providing strategic initiatives ensuring the department deliver high quality events at competitive prices.

The roles responsibilities includes;

* Line management of technical team and project managers
* Ensuring KPI's are met both individually and as a team
* Allocating projects across the team and resourcing effectively
* Attending monthly management meetings
* Providing technical sign off of budgets
* Contributing to pitches and presentations
* Providing creative solutions to clients for their event production
* Using CAD to create working drawings
* Working closely with the sales team to develop new ideas and solutions

THE CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in corporate event production with strong line management skills and the ability to think outside the box to create unique solutions for clients. You should be able to work well under pressure to deliver projects within budget and on time.

In return you will be working in an extremely supportive environment for a company with excellent facilities to provide high quality production services to clients across Europe.

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 www.live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting.

ASSISTANT WAREHOUSE MANAGER - AUDIO VISUAL
WEST MIDLANDS
£EXCELLENT + BENEFITS

CN17347

THE COMPANY

A fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Warehouse Manager to join a successful and well established technical production company that service a wide range of corporate and exhibition events.

With nationwide offices, this company offer first rate technical services to a number of events and production agencies with high profile events held across the UK and overseas.

Due to ongoing growth and successful new business wins, they are now looking for a Junior Project Manager to join their established team!

THE ROLE

You will be working alongside a dedicated and experienced Assistant Warehouse Manager supporting the general processed and procedures within the warehouse. As an Assistant Warehouse Manager you will be responsible for providing the technical and leading a team of technicians whilst support across a range of warehouse operations to the highest of standards.

This is a broad role, with responsibilities including;

Working and supporting the Operations Managers within a busy warehouse
Liaising with a number of suppliers for additional technical equipment
Ensuring all equipment is PAT test and ladder certificates are compliant
Managing a team of up to 8 Technicians
Ensuring the warehouse is a safe working environment at all times
Processing dry hires and booking in equipment
General loading and unloading of AV equipment
Checking picking and packing check lists on Hiretrack

THE CANDIDATE

We are looking for an experienced candidate with a strong knowledge of Audio Visual equipment. You will be from within an AV supplier or a Technical Production agency, where you have been involved in leading a team. It is important that candidates have an enthusiastic and hard-working attitude with a strong technical as well as a flexible work ethic due to shift patterns.

To be considers for this opportunity you must have previously lead a team.

In return this agency offers excellent training and progression opportunities, where you will be given the chance to work with a variety of high tech audio visual equipment. This is a place where your natural talent can flourish within a family feel technical production company.

Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) within the events & experiential and exhibitions industry.

If this position isn't what you're looking for please go to our website for the latest vacancies and to register, or if you know someone who would be perfect for this position why not take advantage of our £350 referral scheme.

WAREHOUSE MANAGER - EVENT HIRE
SHROPSHIRE
£EXCELLENT + BENEFITS

CW17218

Providing some of the highest standard of rental equipment in the events sector, this leading company are well established and looking for a driven individual to join the team.

THE COMPANY

Our client is an IT and AV hire company to the live events industry supplying to end clients, production companies and large scale venues. As a business they have made significant investments in new products and technology to stay ahead of the game making them a market leader in what they do.

With a heavy focus on their employees - this is a great business to join and forge a successful career.

THE ROLE

Now looking for a Warehouse Manager to join the team, this is an opportunity to join the company at a pivotal point. With ongoing improvements underway, you will have the chance to be a part of a continually developing company making waves in the industry.

Responsibilities include:

Line management of up to 20 permanent staff in the Warehouse
Providing support and direction to the service centre
Overseeing the efficient use of the rental system (InspHire)
Suggesting improvements to ensure the company is constantly progressing
Ensure all equipment is maintained
Ensuring Health & Safety policies are adhered to
Providing overall management and ensuring KPI's are achieved by the team

THE CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will have strong management skills coupled with an understanding of AV/IT equipment used for live events. The ability to motivate your team is essential in addition to a confident management style.

In return this company provide excellent career opportunities and an extremely supportive environment.

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 www.live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting.