Production Manager

Are you looking to develop your event production career?

Want to work for a company named in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work?

We’re seeking a Production Manager for our newest venue, Watford Colosseum. As part of AEG Presents, the Touring, Festival and mid-sized venue division of AEG Europe, you’ll play a pivotal role in creating unforgettable experiences for artists and audiences alike.

The Production Manager and their team are responsible for the oversight of the technical aspects for all of our events.

Bring the Show to Life

• Transform artist visions into reality by coordinating rigging, power, audio, and lighting setups
• Create venue configurations for every unique performance
• Keep our technical specifications current and comprehensive

Show Leadership

• Work directly with artist production teams to understand their requirements
• Lead crucial show stop briefings and ensure all safety protocols are followed
• Build strong relationships with promoters and touring teams

Technical Excellence

• Assemble and direct teams of riggers, engineers, and stage crew
• Oversee all technical equipment maintenance to guarantee peak performance
• Source and manage additional equipment to meet specific show requirement

What we’re looking for:

• Substantial experience in music, theatre or entertainment venues or events production
• Knowledge of lighting, audio, video, pyrotechnics and SFX, staging, barrier systems and rigging
• Experience in a management role spanning Technical Production including
• Production related Health and Safety
• Knowledge of key technical suppliers in the live events industry
• An understanding of and competency in  venue power and distribution
• Experience with managing budgets and show costs
• Hold recognised safety qualification(s) such as a NEBOSH General Certificate,
• IOSH Managing Safely, Risk Assessment or an Events Industry Special Effects qualification.
• Experience in event operations – show stop procedures, evacuations, and security briefings
• Experience in using AutoCAD

Join us in writing the next chapter of Watford Colosseum’s story. If you’re passionate about live events and have the technical knowledge to make them shine, we want to hear from you.

Please read the job description below to see full details of the role.

We’ll give you a thorough induction on how we work at AEG. Our induction and onboarding programme is a great way to meet other new starters and to learn about our culture and values. We will give you training in our systems, policies, and procedures so that you’ll be set up for success. From the moment new employees join us, they’re welcomed with open arms and a plethora of exciting perks. Not only can they choose a free show and to climb The O2, but we also ensure that our employees are continuously engaged and rewarded throughout their journey with us.

Where: You’ll be based at the venue in Watford. You will need to be available to work evenings and weekends including unsociable hours.

When: This role will start in June 2025.

So why apply?

Find out why our employees love working here

Our benefits: AEG Benefits

AEG is an inclusive organisation where we value everybody’s contribution. We empower and trust our people to do the right thing. We go the extra mile, for our customers and each other, every time. We are always open to new ideas and respect all perspectives. We support and bring out the best in each other. We really value our people and inspire them to be the best in class, always!

Our commitment to inclusion

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe in equality of opportunity for all and our approach to recruitment and selection is fair, open and based purely on merit. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. If you require reasonable adjustments in any recruitment process with us, please make us aware.