Apprenticeships

Event Assistant - Advanced

Technical Production

You will typically be working within a team of people in an events company or within the events department of a larger organisation. The role would usually provide support to a number of Event Planners or Project Managers by carrying out a diverse range of tasks necessary to plan, organise and deliver an event.

Route Detail

Events Assistants search for the right location and venue for the event; work with the design team on the look and feel of the event; or organise logistics like transportation and catering. The events organised may be for the company where the Event Assistant is working, or could be for a variety of different clients including large corporations, smaller companies and not- for-profit organisations.

Entry Requirements

While there are no formal entry requirements for this qualification, you should have a keen interest in working in events. Applicants must be able to work effectively in a team and be prepared for both shift work and travel. Prior experience is not necessary, but it is useful and should be supported by a portfolio of evidence.

Potential Future Careers

Events Assistant

An Events Assistant assists with the management of cultural events by helping to secure funding and supporting the licensing and permissions process for artistes.

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Level 4 Professional Diploma in Technical and Production Practice for the Creative Industries

Technical Production

The UAL Level 4 Professional Diploma in Technical and Production Practice for the Creative Industries has been designed to provide learners with the skills, knowledge and understanding necessary to work within the production arts industry. It is available as a fast-track, intensive part-time or one-year full-time course, giving access into employment, and will open up the possibility of further progression into Higher Education.

Awarding Body: University of the Arts London

Performing and Production Arts Level 3 Diploma/Extended Diploma (Stage Management & Production)

Technical Production

The Level 3 Diploma/Extended Diploma in Performing and Production Arts (Stage Management and Production) course is designed for those of who love theatre and live events and want to take an active role in bringing creative ideas to life. You will get opportunities in lighting, sound, props, set and the back stage operations required for live performance.

Awarding Body: University of the Arts London 

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