Technical Manager - Goods Way, London

Technical Manager - Goods Way, London

Description

ABOUT THE COMPANY

tvg hospitality is a global entertainment & hospitality operator with offices in the United Kingdom & the United States. Founded by CEO Ben Lovett, serial entrepreneur and a multi-award winning musician, alongside his brother Greg Lovett who joined the team as CFO following many successful years with the Soho House Group. tvg hospitality is based around two core principles:

The first principle is born through music, and the sacred connection that exists between an artist and their fans. Our mission is to build the best places in the world for those relationships to exist. Our second principle is born through hospitality, notably food & beverage. We believe in the artistry & elevation of not only what we see and hear but also what we taste. From the classics to something new, we pride ourselves on consistently delivering the best products with first class service.

These principles are brought together through a dedication to creativity, craft and character that provides a common ground for some of the world's best engineers, architects, artists, chefs, mixologists and brewers to come together with staff and local communities to create destinations that become landmarks, and experiences we remember forever.

tvg hospitality currently operates three venues in the United Kingdom with six projects currently in development and under contract in the United States and further new sites in both countries pending.

Just one example of an exciting tvg Hospitality project is in Alabama where the City of Huntsville has been fine-tuning its vision for a major music venue with select members of tvg hospitality for the past 3 years, progressing their goal to serve its incredible community with more reasons to cherish living in the region. In October 2020, the City approved funding of a new 8,000 person capacity venue which now serves as an anchor for the City, playing a key role in the overall cultural economy plan. tvg hospitality is excited to be the exclusive managing partner of this groundbreaking venue.

ROLE: Technical manager

REPORTS TO: General Manager, Goods Way and Lafayette

POSITION: Full time with benefits

JOB SUMMARY

This is an opportunity to join a dynamic and exciting team responsible for the technical delivery of hundreds of live shows, private events and club nights every year in Lafayette, our 600 capacity Venue located within Goods Way, Kings Cross.

A love of music is essential, the desire to go deep into event production is a must, and a high level of initiative and forward thinking is paramount. With this comes the opportunity to thrive in this dynamic and exciting live music environment.

The right applicant will possess excellent technical knowledge of Audio, Lighting and Video streaming systems. A hands-on experience of working in live music, concert production, club nights and event production is essential, as is a thorough understanding and proven implementation of safe working practices.

In addition to the music venue, you will also provide support to the Goods Way management team. Including and not limited to the booking and setting up of rental equipment, assisting with private hire events, maintaining audio systems and managing playlists throughout the F&B spaces.

This position requires strong communication skills, and the ability to communicate effectively via email, slack, conference calls and periodic updates.

The role will require significant flexibility of working hours to embrace the responsibilities within the venue and the services that it provides. Therefore candidates must have the ability and willingness to undertake long shifts when required which could be over early mornings, late nights, week days and weekends.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Gigs & Events

• Advancing of technical and production related aspects of all bookings.
• Overseeing artist arrival / load in / set up / soundcheck and performance.
• Resource management and scheduling of freelance technicians, including usage of rota management and bookings systems.
• Ensuring safe working practice across all production spaces.

Technical

• Responsible for the technical management of all audio and visual systems within the concert venue and associated hospitality spaces.
• Liaising with suppliers of AV equipment, for rentals, upgrades, repairs and testing.
• Management and facilitating use of in-house camera and video streaming systems.
• Deliver the fundamentals of live event technical production, with ability to help out on stage including preparations and show builds. Including Audio / Lighting / Stage Power.
• Mixing audio & operating lights as required.
• Good knowledge of LA network manager, Dante, Chamsys and Avolites operating systems.
• Actively drive towards improved standards, with a constant focus on updating technology, process and strategy in executing best in class productions.

Other Aspects

• Responsible for overseeing all aspects of production based health and safety including rigging, working at height, electrical and yearly PAT testing.
• Take an active role in the execution of the overall business plan, engaging with site P&Ls, business improvement plans and management meetings where required.
• Administration of the freelance technical teams hours and rates, liaising with the Accounts team regarding payments and expenditure.

Requirements

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS + PREREQUISITES

• 3 years of experience in a similar technical role
• Proven experience working in a live music environment

Experience & Attributes

• Live music environment, working with bands and events
• Management of staff, including freelancers in house and visiting tour management
• Event management skills - Utilizing event advancement and communication software (e.g.Prism / Priava / Asana)
• Light bookkeeping, financial delivery, budget management and reconciliation
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to develop people and cultural strategies
• Takes initiative, ownership, and works independently
• Demonstrates a high level of integrity
• Aptitude in seeking fresh challenges and new learning opportunities
• Personal license desirable
• First aid trained desirable
• Fire warden trained desirable

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

tvg hospitality strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information or identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

HIRING PRACTICES

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

tvg hospitality recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. tvg hospitality may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, Internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.