Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Live Events Technician (Lighting)
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Live Events Technician (Lighting)
Live Events Technician (Lighting)
£32,000 - £38,000 + Overtime + Healthcare + Progression + Company Benefits + Training
Manchester
Are you a Technician with experience working within the Live Events industry looking to join the industry leaders of the north within a role working on some of the most exciting events, including Sky Bet sporting events and high-end theatre performances?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected live events organisation delivering innovative lighting production across corporate events, arena productions, and hybrid experiences as they more than double their headcount in the last 5 years. The company offers ongoing training, excellent benefits, strong team culture, and clear long-term progression opportunities.
In this hands-on role, you will design, set up, and operate professional lighting systems across a wide range of events while collaborating with project managers, creatives, and clients to deliver outstanding technical and visual results. Working on some of the most exciting projects in the area, including partnerships Hilton Hotels and the Co-Op Live Arena.
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This role would suit a Live Events Technician with lighting experience looking to join an industry-leading business.
The Role:
- Designing, rigging, and operating lighting systems for live, corporate, and hybrid events
- Interpreting lighting plots and adapting designs to different venues
- Maintaining, troubleshooting, and preparing lighting equipment
- Liaising with clients, suppliers, venues, and production teams
- Ensuring compliance with safety standards and industry best practice
The Person:
- Live Events Technician
- Lighting experience
Keywords: Event Lighting Technician, Lighting Engineer, Live Events Production, Event Lighting Design, Corporate Events Lighting, Manchester, Audio Visual, AV technician, Production, Lights, Programmer
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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. The advertised salary is indicative and will be dependent on experience, qualifications, and skill set.
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