Head of Lighting – Technical Manager

Overview

As Head of Lighting, you will be the technical expert for your discipline within the Production team, leading pre-planning, on-site management, and post-show activities for large live events. You will mentor technicians, collaborate with project teams and suppliers, and drive innovative, high-quality AV systems to maximise profitability and client satisfaction. The role blends hands-on technical depth with leadership and project management in a globally active organisation. This is your chance to shape cutting-edge lighting solutions in major venues and lead cross-functional teams.

Pay / Benefits

• Private healthcare after 12 months
• Volunteer program
• Enhanced family leave
• Perkbox
• Employee assistance programme
• Mentoring support and training initiatives

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior planners and clients to design and pre-plan the discipline across events
• Produce technical drawings, production plans, labour needs, budgets, and equipment interfaces
• Support other departments with technology recommendations and process improvements
• Manage on-site production plans, budgets, and safety standards to deliver world-class service
• Lead and mentor the assigned crew, ensuring safety and adherence to standards
• Oversee post-show activities: labour, expenses, rentals, equipment maintenance, and reporting
• Ensure client equipment setup works as required and meet client expectations
• Manage performance and development of team members, including training on Encore standards and company systems

Key requirements

• BA/BS Degreed or equivalent experience
• 5+ years in live large venue AV
• 5+ years of expert-level technical skill in a discipline
• 2+ years crew lead experience
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Excellent organizational abilities
• Advanced problem solving
• Ability to travel up to 75%

• Customer service
• Communication
• Team leadership
• Audio, Video, Lighting, Rigging or Power Distribution discipline expert
• Familiarity with major AV brands
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot high-end equipment

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