Audio Visual Apprentice
Interested in starting a career in audiovisual production and live events?
Enjoy working with technology and being hands-on behind the scenes?
Ready to learn on the job while gaining a recognised qualification?
Up to £31,699
Permanent / Full Time
IET London: Savoy Place
At the IET, making our world a better place starts by creating a better place for our people.
At the IET you’ll have more than just a job. Our work is exciting and challenging, connecting the people who solve the problems that matter. It means working with us has real meaning and impact, and you’ll grow – professionally and personally – in ways you never thought possible.
We’re also making significant investments in our people, including providing a modern, vibrant workplace and embracing hybrid working.
What you'll be doing
As our Audio Visual Apprentice, you’ll support the delivery of high-quality AV and production services across a wide range of events – from meetings and conferences to live and hybrid experiences.
Working alongside our AV Technicians, you’ll get hands-on experience setting up, operating and de-rigging equipment. This could include microphones, sound desks, video conferencing systems and digital displays, helping to ensure everything runs smoothly on the day.
You’ll also support live events, assisting with sound, basic mixing and technical setup, while learning how different elements come together to create a professional event experience.
Alongside the practical side, you’ll build your knowledge through a Level 5 Audiovisual Technician apprenticeship. You’ll develop your skills in AV technology, production and event delivery, while gaining real experience in a busy, professional environment.
Day to day, you’ll help check and maintain equipment, support meeting rooms, and work with teams across the organisation to deliver filming, streaming and technical event requirements.
It’s a varied, hands-on role where you’ll learn by doing, supported by an experienced team.
What we hope you can bring to the role
We’re looking for someone who is genuinely interested in audiovisual technology and keen to start a career in this area.
You don’t need loads of experience, but you should be curious, hands-on and willing to learn. An interest in areas like sound, lighting, video, IT or live events would be a great starting point.
You’ll be someone who enjoys working as part of a team, but who can also take responsibility for your own tasks. Being reliable, organised and calm under pressure will help you succeed, especially when supporting live events.
Good communication skills are important too, as you’ll be working with colleagues and clients, helping to create a positive experience for everyone involved.
Most importantly, you’ll bring a proactive attitude and a willingness to learn – making the most of both the practical experience and the apprenticeship programme.
A little more about the role
- Support the setup, operation and pack-down of AV equipment for events.
- Assist with live and hybrid event delivery, including sound and basic production support.
- Carry out routine checks of meeting rooms and provide first-line AV support.
- Work with teams such as IT and IET.tv to support filming and streaming.
- Help maintain and track AV equipment and inventory.
- Provide friendly, professional support to internal and external clients.
- Complete the Level 5 Audiovisual Technician apprenticeship programme.
A little more about what we’re looking for
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English at Grade 4 or above.
- A strong interest in AV technology, events or related areas (e.g. sound, lighting, IT).
- Willingness to learn and complete an apprenticeship programme.
- Good communication skills and a positive, professional approach.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
- Flexibility to work a range of hours, including some evenings and weekends.
Please note, this role will require some early starts, late finishes, and occasional weekend work, whilst working a 5 days in 7 rota. As part of completing the Apprenticeship, please note you will be supported with appropriate time to attend webinars and lectures.
We’d love to get to know you
Is Imposter syndrome creeping in? Don’t worry – we’d rather hear from you this time than not hear from you at all!
Download the full job description for a little more information about the role; but also, keep in mind that we’re open to discussing flexible ways of working, including reduced hours and working in an agile way, supported by a hybrid working framework that allows you to find the best place to do your best work.
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