Live Event Technician Apprenticeship

Summary

Are you interested in delivering high quality events in interesting venues? Ever gone to a music event and been curious about how the lights flash or how the speakers work? If so, we want to hear from you. Event Concept (EC) have an opportunity for our next round of Live Event Technician apprentices to join our team.

Annual wage: £21,547.50 a year
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Training course: Creative industries production technician (level 3)
Hours: Monday - Friday, but be expected to work shifts, evening and weekends depending on events
40 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 11 November
Duration: 1 year 6 months
Positions available: 2

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Are you interested in delivering high quality events in interesting venues? Ever gone to a music event and been curious about how the lights flash or how the speakers work? If so, we want to hear from you.

Event Concept (EC) have an opportunity for our next round of Live Event Technician apprentices to join our team.

At EC, we blend creative event agency thinking and production company doing to deliver extraordinary events and everlasting experiences.

Who are you?

First and foremost, you are passionate about live events.
You’re a team player with a flexible, enthusiastic approach
You’re a strong communicator, both in person and in written content
You don’t get phased under pressure, you’re the consummate professional. Even when something isn’t going quite according to plan, you remain calm and get the situation sorted
You are a fast learner looking to build your knowledge
You are able to think on the spot, and find solutions to challenges as they come up
You understand the importance of self-evaluation and self -awareness and open and willing to learn from those around you

Day to day responsibilities:

Day to day, you will be delivering events in one of our many accredited venues around London
You will be working in places such as the iconic Natural History Museum, Sky Garden with its amazing views and the beautiful grounds of Kensington Palace
You will be installing events into these spaces in times as small as an hour
You will work closely with our Event Technician team learning different disciplines within technical production

Lighting:

Setting up a full lighting rig with both generic and intelligent fixtures
Operating a lighting console to a professional level
Maintaining and repairing lighting equipment to ensure they are working effectively onsite
Preparing equipment to ensure that the event is set up in the quickest time possible

Video:

Setting up various different display’s such as screens, projectors and LED wall
Operating different control surfaces such as switchers and media servers
Managing digital signals and how to design and implement them effectively
Capturing content using equipment such as PTZ and manned cameras to ensure every angle is covered

Audio:

Setting up complex analog and digital audio systems to ensure top-quality sound for any event
Mixing live audio, balancing microphones and instruments, while applying EQ to achieve the perfect sound
Reading and interpreting technical documents like patch lists and band riders, making sure you’re prepared for any audio need
Selecting and positioning the right microphones for each situation, guaranteeing crystal clear sound across the venue

Alongside all of this you will also learn about the bigger picture of an event and what goes into making one happen:

The logistics of an event such as warehousing, trucking and crewing with our production and operation managers
How to manage client relationships onsite with our Client Services department
The planning and designing of an event with our inhouse team of creative and project managers

Where you’ll work

Units B2-B4 Galleywall Trading Estate Galleywall Road

London

SE16 3PB

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

ACCESS FURTHER EDUCATION LIMITED

Your training course

Creative industries production technician (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Interpret system specifications and drawings such as sound, lighting or video.

Prepare system specifications and drawings.

Use specialist software systems such as computer aided design and asset management to extract information and input basic information.

Assemble systems to support production, live performance or events from component parts using correct tools.

Troubleshoot and fault find issues in discrete pieces of equipment.

Deploy, operate and maintain technical equipment and tools.

Prepare, test, repair and maintain lighting, sound or video equipment and systems.

Collaborate with stakeholders and adapt communication appropriately to suit the audience.

Use digital collaboration tools to collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders.

Direct team members taking into consideration their level of experience.

Interpret and apply method statements in response to dynamic risk assessment to help ensure safe planning and delivery of work processes.

Use safety and access equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions or to an alternative safe scheme of use.

Assemble and configure structures and systems from component parts to production specification.

Disassemble structures and systems, storing component parts and equipment safely.

Prepare written information and reports.

Comply with creative venue budgetary and financial management protocols.

Undertake set and change scenes in live performance – setting and striking scenic elements under show conditions.

Operate suspension systems.

Undertake stage crafts such as basic scenic construction, carpentry, metalwork, stage machinery, props, scene changes, knots and terminations.

Trouble shoot, fault find and carry out basic repairs to creative venue and production systems.

As directed, inspect, test and maintain creative venue systems and production systems.

Program and operate production control consoles. Undertake cueing and operation during the live performance or event.

Trouble shoot, fault find and repair at sub assembly and component level.

Calibrate equipment and systems to meet production requirements.

Identify, specify and use components, systems and products applicable for the environment.

Identify and undertake servicing requirements in line with manufacturer recommendations.

Achieve effective network connectivity across live event systems.

Identify required packing space for equipment and for truck packs.

Prepare and operate lifting and ground rigging equipment.

Program and operate lighting control systems.

Assess and monitor power supply systems, installing wiring for practicals and equipment as required.

Prepare, set and operate lighting equipment to create the desired effect.

Manipulate and modify lighting, using diffusion materials, filters or reflectors to create the desired effect.

Adapt lighting to meet short notice creative changes in the production design or script.

Prepare and operate extra low voltage lighting equipment and systems.

Identify the dangers and restrictions in the use of battery supplies including charging and mitigate for these.