Technical Event Production Manager

Company Description Light Motif is a London based full-service event production company, providing creative specialised solutions and technical equipment for a wide range of high-profile live events in some of London’s most prestigious venues and renowned global brands.

As a rapidly growing organisation, this is an exciting time to join Light Motif.  We can offer routes for internal promotion, as well as the opportunity to experience different aspects of the business. 

Role Description We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Technical Project Manager. Reporting directly to the Head of Operations, this role will manage the technical delivery of larger projects.

The role primarily involves:

• Supervision of onsite technical delivery, providing briefings to freelance technicians and local crew.
• Overseeing the specification and pre-production elements of the company’s live event projects, preparation of kit lists, CAD plans & RAMS.
• Assisting with the efficient and profitable running of our internal operations, including our rental warehouse, scenic workshop and technical department.
• Development and maintenance of internal policies, standards and procedures on both a strategic and practical level.
• Research and recommendation of new technology to expand and enhance our service offering.

About You:

• Proven track record and a minimum of four year’s experience in an operations/technical environment within the live events / production industry.
• Good working knowledge of full range of current lighting, audio, video &rigging equipment and practices.
• Commercially astute with a solid understanding of profitability, margin protection, cost control.
• Ability to manage across all levels in a calm and professional manner
• Strong IT knowledge preferably with a working knowledge of Vectorworks and equipment rental software (Flex Rental Solutions)
• Ability to write a proposal and express an idea or concept to a client or industry partner
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proactive, self-motivated individual capable of working on their own initiative in a constantly changing and pressurised environment and fast developing company.
• Confident in operating at a strategic as well as a practical level;  presenting new ideas, improvements and efficiencies to Heads of Departments.
• Ability to travel within UK, often at short notice.

Working Hours:

The role is based at our London office/warehouse in Bellingham, SE6 3BX and is in person only. 

Regular working hours are 09:30 – 18:00, Monday – Friday. 

Due to the nature of the events industry, it is expected that this role will involve as travel in and around London on a routine basis, as well as regular work outside of standard hours for whichovertime, time off in lieu (TOIL) or flexi-time hours will be given depending on your role. 

Our Culture 

We believe that high-end production shouldn't come at the cost of our team's well-being or the environment.   

As a certified Living Wage Employer, we ensure your skills and experience are rewarded with fair compensation that helps meet the rising cost of living. We also recognize the pressures that can come with working in a fast-paced industry and have signed the Mental Health at Work Commitment to support mental wellbeing. At the same time, we are reducing our environmental impact by switching our vehicle fleet over to HVO fuels to reduce our transport emissions by up to 90% as part of our Net Zero roadmap. 

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment and heavily encourage applications from under-represented groups, including those with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ+ individuals, and are committed to equitable career progression, mentorship, and equal pay.  If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know. All disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for this position are guaranteed an interview. 

Benefits 

• Salary range £35,000-£45,000
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays
• Access to EAP programme providing private GP access, physiotherapy and mental health support, legal and debt advice, discounts with high street brands and additional digital wellbeing tools. 
• Annual holiday allowance of 28 days including bank holidays. 
• Flexi-time, overtime payments or TOIL (depending on role) to compensate for out of hours working. 
• Cycle to Work scheme including full financing for standard bikes & safety equipment and partial financing towards e-bike options. 
• Free on-site parking.