* The role: Head of Production (AV, Media, Event Management)
* Salary: £60k to £65k basic + benefits
* Hours: Monday to Friday - hybrid based role (to be discussed at interview stage) - some weekend work when required
* Location: Preston, Lancashire
** The role is open to applicants that are already based in the UK and within a commutable distance of Preston, Lancashire - Relocation/sponsorship cannot be considered **
We’re looking for a Head of Production to lead from the front; combining sharp technical understanding with strong people management. This is a senior role where you’ll shape strategy, mentor a talented team, and ensure projects run seamlessly from pitch to delivery.
What you’ll be doing:
* Providing strategic leadership as part of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT).
* Leading, mentoring, and developing the production team: supporting growth, performance, and wellbeing.
* Overseeing event delivery: on time, on budget, and to the highest standard.
* Managing resources, schedules, and workloads across production, warehouse, and logistics.
* Building and maintaining strong client, supplier, and freelancer relationships.
* Driving process improvements, innovation, and sustainability across production.
Must-haves:
* Proven leadership & team management experience: mentoring, coaching, and getting the best out of people.
* A solid technical background: you don’t need to be on the tools day-to-day, but you must understand the kit, how it’s used, and how to manage technical delivery.
* Commercial awareness with experience managing budgets, pricing, and efficiency.
* Strong communication skills and the ability to manage client relationships at a senior level.
Good to haves:
* Experience in high-profile or complex event delivery.
* Familiarity with health & safety compliance, RAMS, and industry regulations.
* A track record of driving innovation and embedding new tech/processes.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who’s grown from a technical background into management, and is now ready to step up to senior leadership. You’ll be trusted to shape strategy, inspire your team, and deliver outstanding results for clients in a supportive, forward-thinking business.
Interested? Apply now with your latest CV and we can discuss the role & client from there