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Live Event Technician Apprentice

Stage Engage LTD · Exeter · posted 5 October 2026

Wage
£16,640 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Creative industries production technician (level 3)
Starts
2 December 2026
Closing date
30 November 2026
Positions
1

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Job Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to begin a career within the live events industry. As a Live Event Technician Apprentice, you will work alongside experienced professionals supporting the preparation, installation, operation and maintenance of technical equipment used for live events.

You’ll gain hands-on experience working on brand launches, national conferences, sales events, and large-scale international forums while studying towards the Level 3 Creative Industries Production Technician (Live Event Technician Pathway) qualification.

No two days are the same, and you’ll develop skills across lighting, audio, video, staging, rigging and event production.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare, maintain and organise technical equipment before events
  • Load, unload and transport equipment safely
  • Assist with the installation of lighting, sound and AV systems
  • Help rig staging, truss and associated equipment under supervision
  • Support the operation of technical equipment during live events
  • Carry out equipment testing and fault finding
  • Maintain equipment to ensure it remains safe and operational
  • Follow technical drawings, plans and specifications
  • Work safely at all times following company procedures and industry legislation
  • Complete equipment checks before and after events
  • Support warehouse operations including stock control and equipment preparation
  • Assist with cable management and network infrastructure
  • Learn how to programme and operate lighting and audio systems
  • Support the team during de-rigs and equipment returns
  • Communicate effectively with colleagues, clients and venue staff
  • Work professionally as part of a busy production team

Your training

Training you will complete the:

  • Level 3 Creative Industries Production Technician Apprenticeship
    Live Event Technician Pathway

Delivered by Access Industry through:

  • Live online workshops
  • Workplace observations
  • One-to-one coaching
  • Practical assessments
  • Portfolio building
  • End Point Assessment (EPA)

Where it leads

  • Following the apprenticeship, you can expect a full-time or freelance position within the live events industry

About Stage Engage LTD

Stage Engage is a creative event production partner, combining technical production, AV and in-house scenic fabrication to deliver events that perform under real-world conditions.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsAdministrative skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatiencePhysical fitness

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade C/4 and above) — desired
  • GCSE Maths (grade C/4 and above) — desired

Where you'll work

  • OLD WHEATLEY FARM, POCOMBE BRIDGE, EXETER, EX4 2HA

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