Technical AV Production Manager

Technical AV Production Manager – Competitive Salary – Manchester
Do you enjoy turning ideas into live event experiences that run without a hitch? Are you ready to step up from hands‑on AV work into leading projects and people?

Our client is a creative and reliable events production company, looking for a Technical AV Production Manager to join their team and take the lead on delivering outstanding productions.

The role
This is a varied and hands‑on role where no two days are the same. You will work closely with clients to understand what they want to achieve, then bring those ideas to life through well‑planned and well‑run productions.

You will be just as comfortable in a client meeting as you are on‑site, making sure everything is set up correctly and running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

Manage projects from the first conversation through to final delivery

Meet clients, understand their ideas and turn them into practical plans

Prepare quotes, technical details and proposals

Lead on all technical aspects including sound, lighting, video and rigging

Visit sites and plan how each production will be delivered

Ensure all health and safety requirements are met

Organise crew, freelancers, kit and transport

Keep track of budgets, costs and project progress

Complete project paperwork, including invoicing and reporting

Support the upkeep and organisation of equipment

About our company
Our client works across a wide range of events and installations. They are known for being approachable, dependable and focused on getting the job done properly, while still bringing creative ideas to the table.

The Benefits

Work on a mix of exciting and varied projects

Be part of a supportive and down‑to‑earth team

Opportunities to grow into a more senior position

Access to modern equipment and evolving production methods

The person

At least 5 years’ experience within the AV or events industry

Strong practical knowledge of sound, lighting and video

Experience using hire or scheduling systems such as Current RMS, Rentman or HireHop

Comfortable managing projects or ready to step up into that space

Well organised with good attention to detail

Confident speaking with clients and leading conversations

A good understanding of budgets and project costs

Calm and practical, especially when things get busy

Flexible with working hours and happy to travel when needed

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