Live Event Technician Apprentice
DMX PRODUCTIONS LIMITED
Smethwick (B66 2EP)
Closes in 26 days (Wednesday 30 September 2026)
Posted on 3 September 2026
Contents
Summary
DMX Productions delivers technical production for live events, with particular expertise in video and lighting and the capability to provide integrated audio support. Our work ranges across arena touring, large-scale sporting events, festivals, theatre productions, television and corporate events.
- Wage
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£20,800 a year
- Training course
- Creative industries production technician (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday to Friday week to week, but evening and weekend work will be expected where requried.
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Wednesday 7 October 2026
- Duration
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1 year 6 months
- Positions available
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1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
About the Role
This is a practical learning role combining employment with remote study towards the Level 3 Creative Industries Production Technician Apprenticeship (Live Event Technician pathway).
The apprentice will develop broad production skills across video, lighting and audio, with video and lighting forming the principal focus of their day-to-day experience at DMX Productions.
Working in the warehouse and at event sites, the apprentice will support the preparation, installation, operation and de-rig of technical systems.
They will work under appropriate supervision, taking on greater responsibility as their knowledge, competence and confidence develop.
Main duties and responsibilities
Equipment preparation and warehouse support
- Help prepare, test, clean and safely store video, lighting and audio equipment.
- Select and assemble equipment using kit lists, technical specifications and plans.
- Support stock control, basic fault-finding and equipment maintenance under supervision.
- Assist with truck packs, loading and unloading, and keep warehouse areas clean and organised.
Event-site and show support
- Assist with installing, configuring, testing and de-rigging technical systems at venues and client sites.
- Support the build and operation of video systems, including LED, projection and display equipment.
- Help set up and operate lighting equipment and, as skills develop, lighting control systems.
- Assist with audio setup, patching, system checks and soundchecks where required.
- Monitor equipment during rehearsals and events, helping to identify and resolve issues under supervision.
- Work professionally with colleagues, freelance crew, venue teams and clients.
Safety and professional standards
- Follow all health and safety requirements, venue rules and safe working procedures.
- Use PPE correctly and undertake safety-critical work only when appropriately trained, supervised and authorised.
- Take care of equipment and others, reporting hazards, faults, fatigue or concerns promptly.
- Be reliable, adaptable and prepared for travel and the varied working patterns associated with live events
Where you'll work
106 Middlemore Road
Middlemore Industrial Estate
Smethwick
B66 2EP
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
ACCESS FURTHER EDUCATION LIMITED
Training course
Creative industries production technician (level 3)
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What you'll learn
Course contents
- Interpret system specifications and drawings such as sound, lighting or video.
- Prepare system specifications and drawings.
- Use specialist software systems such as computer aided design and asset management to extract information and input basic information.
- Assemble systems to support production, live performance or events from component parts using correct tools.
- Troubleshoot and fault find issues in discrete pieces of equipment.
- Deploy, operate and maintain technical equipment and tools.
- Prepare, test, repair and maintain lighting, sound or video equipment and systems.
- Collaborate with stakeholders and adapt communication appropriately to suit the audience.
- Use digital collaboration tools to collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders.
- Direct team members taking into consideration their level of experience.
- Interpret and apply method statements in response to dynamic risk assessment to help ensure safe planning and delivery of work processes.
- Use safety and access equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions or to an alternative safe scheme of use.
- Assemble and configure structures and systems from component parts to production specification.
- Disassemble structures and systems, storing component parts and equipment safely.
- Prepare written information and reports.
- Comply with creative venue budgetary and financial management protocols.
- Undertake set and change scenes in live performance – setting and striking scenic elements under show conditions.
- Operate suspension systems.
- Undertake stage crafts such as basic scenic construction, carpentry, metalwork, stage machinery, props, scene changes, knots and terminations.
- Trouble shoot, fault find and carry out basic repairs to creative venue and production systems.
- As directed, inspect, test and maintain creative venue systems and production systems.
- Program and operate production control consoles. Undertake cueing and operation during the live performance or event.
- Trouble shoot, fault find and repair at sub assembly and component level.
- Calibrate equipment and systems to meet production requirements.
- Identify, specify and use components, systems and products applicable for the environment.
- Identify and undertake servicing requirements in line with manufacturer recommendations.
- Achieve effective network connectivity across live event systems.
- Identify required packing space for equipment and for truck packs.
- Prepare and operate lifting and ground rigging equipment.
- Program and operate lighting control systems.
- Assess and monitor power supply systems, installing wiring for practicals and equipment as required.
- Prepare, set and operate lighting equipment to create the desired effect.
- Manipulate and modify lighting, using diffusion materials, filters or reflectors to create the desired effect.
- Adapt lighting to meet short notice creative changes in the production design or script.
- Prepare and operate extra low voltage lighting equipment and systems.
- Identify the dangers and restrictions in the use of battery supplies including charging and mitigate for these.
- Interpret system specifications and drawings such as sound, lighting or video.
- Prepare system specifications and drawings.
- Use specialist software systems such as computer aided design and asset management to extract information and input basic information.
- Assemble systems to support production, live performance or events from component parts using correct tools.
- Troubleshoot and fault find issues in discrete pieces of equipment.
- Deploy, operate and maintain technical equipment and tools.
- Prepare, test, repair and maintain lighting, sound or video equipment and systems.
- Collaborate with stakeholders and adapt communication appropriately to suit the audience.
- Use digital collaboration tools to collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders.
- Direct team members taking into consideration their level of experience.
- Interpret and apply method statements in response to dynamic risk assessment to help ensure safe planning and delivery of work processes.
- Use safety and access equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions or to an alternative safe scheme of use.
- Assemble and configure structures and systems from component parts to production specification.
- Disassemble structures and systems, storing component parts and equipment safely.
- Prepare written information and reports.
Training schedule
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade C/4 and above)
- Maths (grade C/4 and above)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
About this employer
DMX Productions is a client-centric company, providing unique, top quality experiences based on individual client specifications. The key to our success is our attention to detail and our policy of always working closely with clients to ensure we deliver their vision. Our range of experience covers everything from arena touring to large scale sporting events, festivals, theatre and TV shows. Here at DMX Productions, we can make your vision a reality.
DMX Productions was founded by SJ Grevett 17 years ago and it has been his passion to deliver excellence in the field ever since. SJ is still a ‘hands on’ owner and enjoys interface with his clients to understand their needs and to ensure that their vision is carried out with care and finesse. Manager Paul Finch heads up the warehouse team and supports our talented pool of freelance technicians.
We are always looking to expand and grow and our continued investment in the latest equipment ensures that we are always utilising cutting edge technology. It also allows us to constantly strive to be more efficient and prioritise the protection of our natural world through our environmental policies.
Our client portfolio includes other event production companies, artists such as Example and Diljit Dosanjh, sporting venues like Leicester City Football Club, theatres, bars, nightclubs and industry heavyweight promoters. We are always looking for new and exciting projects to test us and encourage our team to push boundaries and create ever more spectacular events.
At DMX Productions, our overriding aim is to deliver the best quality production possible, working alongside artists and other companies to assist them in realising their dreams and visions. Each production is uniquely tailored to the requirements of our clients and nothing is too much trouble. We always go the extra mile.
Here at DMX, we are also proud to be an environmentally friendly business with impressive green policies and an excellent health and safety record.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
You will hope to have a career a Live Event Technician following the apprenticeship.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
ACCESS FURTHER EDUCATION LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000051370.
Apply now
Closes in 26 days (Wednesday 30 September 2026)
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