Apprenticeships

Live Event Technician - Advanced

Technical Production

Live events range from concerts, festivals and theatrical performances through to exhibitions, conferences, product launches and showcases. Live Event Technicians prepare and set-up technical equipment for such events. Ultimately specialising in sound, lighting or video, Live Event Technicians will carry out routine and one-off technical preparation and set-up of equipment for events.

Route Detail

You will have knowledge of the equipment used and the skills needed to store, pick, maintain, transport and build components into a functioning system as well as operate these systems. A Live Event Technician will be part of the team that turns a venue into a functioning event environment before returning the site to its original state, often within a short time frame.

Entry Requirements

While there are no formal entry requirements for this qualification, you should have a keen interest in working in live 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

Live Events Technician

A Live Events Technician will set up, operate and dismantle technical equipment for a range of live events including concerts, festivals, theatrical performances, exhibitions and new product launches. Live Events Technicians will specialise in sound, lighting or video.

Sound Technician

A Sound Technician works with the Sound Designer and the Director to plan and facilitate the audio requirements for a live performance or event, and if necessary they will source any special audio equipment for a show.

Automation Technician

Operating under the direction of the Technical Management Team, an Automation Technician will provide specialist support for the constriction, rehearsal, presentation and removal of mechanised equipment for a live performance.

Live Events Rigger

A Live Events Rigger ensures that the scenic, lighting, sound and audio-visual elements of a live event are installed safely. 

Backstage Crew

The creative industry depends heavily on the Backstage Crew to support the designers and performers with the running of the show.

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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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