Junior Technician Apprentice
PRODUCTION LX LTD
Solihull, SOLIHULL
Closes in 23 days (Thursday 8 January 2026)
Posted on 15 December 2025
Contents
Summary
Production LX is a leading technical creative production company, specialising in high-quality staging, lighting, sound, rigging, power distribution and infrastructure for a range of live entertainment including corporate, festivals, theatre, concerts and exhibitions, combining innovative design with professional technical skills.
- Wage
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£15,200 a year
- Training course
- Creative industries production technician (level 3)
- Hours
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This role is predominantly week days, however, you need to be aware that it will include weekend work when necessary.
It's a 32.5 hour week, however, this also needs to be flexible given the nature of the job.
33 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 26 January 2026
- Duration
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1 year 9 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
Production LX is seeking a motivated and hands-on Apprentice Technician to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone starting their career in the live events, production, and technical services industry. The role combines warehouse operations with on-site project support across sound, lighting, staging, rigging, and site infrastructure.
You will work alongside experienced technicians, learning how to prepare, maintain, and deploy professional production equipment while gaining real-world experience on active jobs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Warehouse Operations
- Prepare equipment for hire and for Production LX projects
- Assist with the checking in/out of gear, ensuring items are clean, tested, and ready for use
- Support the maintenance, organisation, and safe operation of the warehouse
- Help with equipment repairs, basic servicing, and stock updates (with training)
- On-Site Project Support
- Assist with the setup and delivery of live events, including:
- Sound systems
- Lighting fixtures & control
- Staging solutions
- Rigging and truss systems
- Site infrastructure (power distribution, cabling, etc.
- Work as part of a team to load in/out equipment efficiently and safely
Follow instructions from senior crew and contribute to smooth project execution.
Where you'll work
You can select which locations you want to apply for in your application on Find an apprenticeship.
This apprenticeship is available in these locations:
- T M D House, Radway Road, Shirley, Solihull, B90 4NR
- 23 ROWLANDS CRESCENT, SOLIHULL, B91 2JF
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
THE WEST MIDLANDS CREATIVE ALLIANCE 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
Creative Industries Production Technician - Live Events Technician Pathway Level 3 Standard.
Apprentices learn the skills they need on the job with the guidance of a development coach who is an expert from industry. You’ll finish your apprenticeship with a recognised qualification, valuable industry experience, money, and substantial opportunities for promotion.
Summative Portfolio
You will be expected to deliver projects throughout the apprenticeship. Each project would involve research, knowledge and may be submitted in writing, a presentation or professional discussion.
Duty 1 Interpret system specifications for productions, live performance and events. These systems can include sound or lighting or video.
Duty 2 Assemble and configure systems to meet the specification requirements for sound, lighting, power or video.
Duty 3 Test, troubleshoot and maintain equipment and systems.
Duty 4 Collaborate with stakeholders and work with team members.
Duty 5 Operate and maintain technical equipment.
Duty 6 Dynamically risk assess the work environment and situation. Adapt working practices to ensure the safety of self and others.
Duty 7 Disassemble and store technical equipment safely and efficiently at the end of the event, ensuring that the integrity of the components is maintained.
Duty 8 (Live Event Technician (LET)) Repair complex systems and sub-assemblies at component level.
Duty 9 (Live Event Technician (LET)) Utilise lifting and rigging equipment to set up event systems.
Duty 10 (Live Event Technician (LET)) Specify equipment and system requirements suitable for the operational environment.
Duty 11 (Live Event Technician (LET)) Prepare and pack systems for local or international transportation prior to the event.
Creative industries production technician/ Skills England.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
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
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
About this employer
Production LX is a leading technical creative production company based in Solihull in the West Midlands, specialising in high-quality staging, lighting, sound, rigging, power distribution and site infrastructure for events of all sizes across the UK. The company works across a diverse range of live entertainment including corporate events, festivals, theatre, concerts and exhibitions, combining innovative design with professional technical execution to bring clients’ visions to life. Known for its commitment to quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction, Production LX delivers tailored production solutions and equipment hire, supported by an experienced team dedicated to seamless planning, preparation and on-site delivery
After this apprenticeship
Production LX have lots of opportunities for the successful Candidate, including-
- The opportunity to further develop your career and create your own career path
- Opportunity to progress into a Technician role upon successful completion of the apprenticeship period
- Potential to specialise in areas such as lighting, sound, rigging, or staging
- Possibility of gaining industry-recognised certifications (e.g., PASMA, IPAF, Working at Height, NRC pathways)
- Long-term development into senior technical roles, including Crew Chief, Warehouse Supervisor, or Project Technician
- Increased responsibility on-site and within warehouse operations as skills progress
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
THE WEST MIDLANDS CREATIVE ALLIANCE LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000005194.
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Closes in 23 days (Thursday 8 January 2026)
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