Average Audio Engineer salary in the UK

Job Title: Audio-Visual Technician - Live Events Location: Edinburgh Salary: From £29,000 per annum (doe) plus pension and benefits Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Vision Events (UK) Ltd are looking for an experienced Audio-Visual Technician with rigging and de-rigging or live event experience to join our dynamic Team in Edinburgh. With over 40 years of excellence in producing live and virtual events we have evolved into one of the UK’s leading event production agencies. You will join a diverse Team with a creative and innovative approach to projects, delivering high quality events and meetings to venues throughout Edinburgh and the UK. We are keen to hear from candidates with working experience of rigging/derigging and operating audio, video and lighting systems for live events. Main day to day duties will include: Prepping, scanning, testing and loading equipment into vehiclesTransporting, rigging/de-rigging and operating audio-visual equipmentGive technical advice and support to colleagues and clientsAssist with inspecting and cleaning stockAssist with warehouse duties The ideal candidate will: Have a full UK driving licence (essential)Have experience of Live Events Rigging, Operating and De-Rigging AV equipment (essential)Good working knowledge of audio, video and lighting systemsBe able to demonstrate a confident and professional client facing approach.Work well as part of a team with a can-do attitudeHave a flexible and adaptable approach to working hours.Be able to work in a relatively physically demanding role, with daily handling of heavy flightcases and equipment.Be able to carry out basic equipment maintenance.Live within a reasonable commuting distance to Loanhead Hours will be based on a 45-hour week. Due to the nature of our business and according to the workload additional working hours may be necessary. Working hours will be varied and will include unsocial hours and weekends. If you're looking to develop your technical skills and learn some new ones within a Company that has a solid reputation for producing world-class events, then please click the APPLYbutton to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Lighting Technician, Audio Visual Technician, AV Specialist, Event Technician, Audio Visual Engineer, Video Technician, Sound Technician, Event AV Support, AV Support Specialist, AV Field Technician, AV Installation Technician, Live Sound Engineer, Sound Engineer, AV Engineer, AV Systems Engineer, Event Technology Technician, Multimedia Technician, Broadcast Technician, AV Setup Tech will also be considered for this role.

Role Overview: proAV are a leading global audio visual integrator, providing AV and event services across multiple client partnerships globally. Our immediate requirement is for an experienced Event and Production Technician to be a key part of our London team, representing proAV and working onsite at a leading Global Law Firm, taking full responsibility for managing and overseeing all activity across the events department, developing, coordinating, and delivering the best-in-class, high profile events within a managed service environment. Responsible for taking ownership of the deliverables of the account ensuring the smooth operations from conception to completion. One of many openings available at proAV (who have over 500 team members globally), this position is based within our end user’s organisation who continue to invest in state-of-the-art technologies, services, and training. This is an exciting opportunity for an exceptional, experienced Event and Production Technician to join an established operation with scope to drive and enhance the service at every opportunity. Experience and seniority of the position will be reflected by the remuneration and benefits package. Key Responsibilities: Development, coordination, and delivery of best-in-class high profile events within a manged service environment Take ownership of each event from conception to completion Collaborate with technical teams, planning and execution of events within the Design Lab and client floor spaces. Delivering virtual events including conferences, webinars, broadcasts and webcasts Serve as a main point of contact and subject matter expert to clients and planners to scope and provide solutions for presentations and live broadcast events Work closely with the AV Team Manager to ensure events are sufficiently resourced, including sub-contracting where applicable Live event support, successful execution of pre-planned design support and implementation exceeding the customers’ expectations Management of technical support team, providing clear communication channels across all teams Conduct client debrief, obtaining customer feedback and discuss areas for continual improvement. Collate and provide post event reporting, stats, and client feedback on a weekly and monthly basis Driving client meetings, subcontractor management, communicating across proAV teams and external vendors Communicating, maintaining, and developing client relationships and supporting staff Ensuring excellent customer service at VIP and Stakeholder level. Act as key decision maker and escalation contact in the event of incidents or failures Escalate to appropriate service providers; track to resolution, ensuring client and onsite personal regularly updated. Implementation of standard operating procedures identifying areas of improvement in workflows. To be very presentable and an ambassador for proAV with the ability to liaise with senior executives in a calm and professional manner at all times both face to face and via the telephone Technical Skills: Working knowledge of event audio and data systems Strong understanding and troubleshooting skills for Meeting platforms including zoom and teams. Ability to conduct the technical disciplines within events. About Us: proAV designs, integrates and supports blended technology solutions with AV, UC and beyond including end-to-end services and 24/7/365 support to enhance global collaboration and empower your world of communication. From reviewing technology to integration to post-deployment support, you’re in safe hands when you trust your AV and UC to proAV. We are recognised as one of the AV industry’s most powerful international delivery and support operations trusted by a varied client base in more than 80 countries across 6 continents. To date, we have completed 700+ projects outside of the UK that meets the demands and challenges of a globalised marketplace, keeping the lines of communication and collaboration open. From our state-of-the-art Customer Services Centre and Video Network Operations Centre (VNOC) our dedicated teams manage, monitor and protect our global clients’ business-critical AV systems architecture, products and technologies 24/7/365. Equality, Diversity & Inclusion: proAV is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to supporting and promoting an inclusive culture for all employees and job applicants. We want everyone to feel comfortable being themselves and create a culture where we understand and respect each other’s differences. proAV does not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We make employment decision based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and/or experience of the individual. proAV offers personal and professional development opportunities, not just through traditional qualifications, but also through Apprenticeship schemes, internal training and mentorship programmes. We support employees and job applicants with their work-life balance through our family friendly policies and practices. We encourage all to apply.

Audio / Sound Technician £25,500 - £28,000 (OTE £32k) + Overtime + Progression + Training + Company Benefits Weybridge Do you have a background in Audio or Sound Engineering or similar? Are you looking to advance your career within a world class audio rental company who are offering a brand new position, in a brand new team, who are known for their excellent progression pathways, plentiful overtime to substantially increase your earnings and the opportunity to assist in global events and tours? This market leading audio rental company provides audio systems for live events across the UK and around the globe. They have experienced steady growth since their establishment 45 years ago and have recently been acquired by a global audio company, increasing their market share and growing substantially to over 150 people. In this brand new role, you would be responsible for all of the returns and de-prepping of a range of state of the art audio technology, you will test, fault find and maintain all departmental equipment. You will assist with the management of inventory, future planning and efficiency of the department and report into the Department Head. This role would suit a candidate with a background in Audio or Sound equipment looking to take a permanent position in the live events industry for a world class audio rental company with a global presence. They are known for their excellent progression pathways, specialist industry training and plentiful overtime to increase your earnings. The Role: Processing / Scanning Inbound equipmentDe-prepping and De-rigging of Audio / Sound equipmentLogging damages, missing items and redistributed equipment35 hours per week (Overtime Available)Progression and Training opportunities The Person: Background in Audio or Sound equipmentLooking for a permanent role, training and progressionCommutable to Weybridge Reference: 18083C Key Words: Audio, Technician, AV, Engineer, Warehouse, Studio, Sound, PA System, Production, Live Events, Weybridge, Surrey If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.