Lead AV Technician

Job description

Technical Live Events Manager

London

£45,000 - £50,000 + Benefits Package

Our client is a leading event production provider who are looking for a Technical Events Manager to act as the technical and commercial interface between clients and a prestigious hotel / venue.

This is a hands-on, client-facing role combining AV technical expertise, account management and sales leadership. You’ll own the end-to-end technical delivery of conferences and events, ensuring outstanding service and identifying opportunities to grow revenue.

What you’ll be doing

Be the main technical point of contact for venue clients from enquiry to event delivery

Design, prepare, rig and de-rig AV solutions alongside technicians

Proactively engage clients pre-event to understand requirements and propose technical solutions

Build standard event designs and visuals to help clients envision their events

Maximise revenue through upselling production, video and technical services

Maintain strong relationships with hotel sales, banqueting and front-of-house teams

Manage sales files, reporting, capture rate discussions and client feedback

Create systems to track equipment movements, quotations and turnover

Support tender processes and large-scale events

Lead, schedule and delegate effectively to on-site technicians

What we’re looking for

• Strong background in AV / technical event production
• Proven experience in a venue-based technical or events management role
• Commercial mindset with a track record of upselling services
• Excellent organisation, communication and client management skills
• Comfortable leading technicians and working on live events

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

05-02-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English