Trainee AV Technician
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are 3AD Create. A fast growing Video and Event production company based on the Chester/North Wales border.
With an ever expanding list of clients, we are looking to expand our team and on the hunt for a Trainee Audio Visual Technician.
We are keen to find someone with the right attitude and who is keen to get into the world of event and video production. We are looking for a long term team member who is looking to expand their skills, learn new things and grow with us.
Previous experience is not essential but desirable, however an interest in Audio mixing, Lighting operation, filming or video editing is a must.
We are particularly keen to hear from those with a familiarity with stage and event lighting.
Full training offered, we do not expect everyone to be a complete wizard at every discipline, but the ability to fill gaps where required.
General duties not limited to -
- Assistance with day to day business operation - preparing equipment and workspaces
- Setting up technical and scenic equipment for events and film shoots
- loading and unloading production vehicles
- assisting with operation for Video, Lighting and audio team members
- Warehousing duties - Keeping areas organised and tidy.
Essential criteria
- Interest in lighting, Video or audio disciplines
- Computer (Mac and PC) Savvy with the ability to use basic office programs
- Good communicator
- English-speaking
Desirable criteria
- Previous experience within either events or filming
- Computer (Mac and PC) Savvy with the ability to use basic office programs
- Good communicator
- English speaking
- Full driving license
- familiarity with Avolite lighting consoles,
- familiarity with filming practices
- College education in Audio, Event, Video or stage production
Other information
This is not a 9-5 job, Events and filming can span many hours at all time of the day and week, we will endeavour to give as much notice on rota as possible and last minute changes will be discussed.
There maybe periods of time away from home, many of our contracts can involve nights away. Accommodation and food for these times will be provided.
What we offer
A great place to work and develop your technical and creative skills. Due to the nature of our work we can also offer flexible working patterns and always endeavour to offer time off when required
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £10.80-£11.20 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexitime
Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Deeside: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: TRAINAV
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Trainee AV Technician roles across 3AD Create's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £11 - £11 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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