Conway Hall is looking to recruit casual AV Technicians to support with the technical delivery of our events programme. The ideal candidate will have experience as a live event technician for an arts, heritage or event venue, as well as working in in live-streamed and hybrid events. You will be a proactive and independent worker, able to work calmly and confidently under pressure and provide creative problem-solving solutions when needed.
Role
Reporting to the Head of Programmes, AV Technicians at Conway Hall provide technical knowledge and experience to ensure the smooth delivery of events and performances at our busy venue. Successful candidates will have experience of delivering live in-person events, as well as streamed and hybrid events.
Key Tasks
- To provide technical services in the delivery of Conway Hall’s events programme, including sound, lighting and streaming.
- To work with the Head of Programmes and Technical Manager to improve the technical capacities and delivery of the events programme.
- To work closely with the Event Manager to ensure the smooth delivery of all events.
- To maintain a professional and approachable manner with all speakers, artists and external collaborators on all events.
- To work as part of a team representing Conway Hall’s ethos, style and values.
General
- Comply with Conway Hall’s policies.
- Undertake training, as required.
- Any other reasonable duties as required by the Head of Programmes.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
- Experience as a live event technician for an arts, heritage or event venue.
- Experience of delivering live-streamed events.
- Experience of OBS or similar software.
- Experience with sound equipment including in-house PA systems, mixing desks and microphones.
- An ability to work calmly and confidently under pressure.
- A proactive and positive attitude to problem-solving.
- Excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
- An ability to work on own initiative and collaboratively.
- Flexibility to work weekends and evenings.
Desirable experience/skills
- Experience of working with rigged lighting
- Experience of rigging/de-rigging
- Video editing experience
The rate of pay for this post will be £20.00 per hour. Holiday is incorporated into hourly pay.
The post is offered as a casual, part time role.
- Core working hours will be to cover event or show times, primarily during evenings and weekends.
- There will be a minimum 4 hour call for all events.
The post will be subject to a three-month probationary period.
Full terms and conditions will be made available on offer of appointment.
You will need to provide evidence that you have the necessary permission to work in the UK.
Submission information: Please send a CV and short covering letter to Holly Elson – holly@conwayhall.org.uk – after reading through the job description.
Conway Hall is committed to equal opportunities and diversity. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds.
We host talks, concerts, performances, community and social events. However, we are an independent charity and receive no funding from the government. Everything we do is dependent upon our commercial activity and the generosity of supporters like you.
With a landmark venue and over 100 years of championing independent voices promoting equality, social justice and a better life for all – we call that ETHICS – Conway Hall offers the perfect platform for those driven by the same passion for change. We curate, support and facilitate people and ideas that Make Ethics Matter in the world, through a vibrant arts, events and learning programme, in person and online.
Our Mission is to curate, support and facilitate people and ideas that make ethics matter in the world.
Role
Reporting to the Head of Operations & Visitor Experience, you will assist in the smooth delivery of a wide range of events and performances at our busy venue. Working both independently and as part of a passionate team, you will provide excellent customer service whilst maintaining a safe, welcoming and well presented environment at all times.
Key Tasks
- Ensure the smooth delivery of all internal and external events, liaising with clients, hirers, caterers and external companies
- Set up and break down rooms and furniture for various events throughout the day, managing the rapid turnover of spaces between events
- Be a highly visible and helpful presence at all times whilst on duty
- Manage health and safety briefings with hirers
- Contribute to a culture of customer care by providing a welcoming and accessible atmosphere for all visitors to the building
- Ensure all public areas are well presented at all times
- Assessment measures, and ensure clients abide by agreed terms of hire
- Conduct regular health and safety checks including weekly fire alarm tests, and record accidents and near misses
- Ensure the building complies with all licensing policies whilst on duty
- Prepare a daily incident report logging visitor, partner and client feedback, maintenance issues and any incidents that occur on the premises
- Communicate with fellow DMs and the Visitor Experience Manager to enure seamless handovers before and after each shift
General
- Comply with Conway Hall’s policies
- Undertake training, as required
- Any other reasonable duties as required by the Head of Operations & Visitor Experience
- Support the culture of fundraising throughout Conway Hall’s activities and staff
- Participate actively in the life of the Society
Person Specification Essential Criteria
- Experience of customer care
- Outstanding interpersonal and communications skills
- An ability to work with a wide range of people and to manage professional relationships effectively
- An ability to work on own initiative and to problem solve and prioritise workload
- An ability to remain calm under pressure and to take the lead during emergencies
- Good time management and an ability to manage competing demands
- Physical fitness and ability to actively manage setting up and clearing event spaces, including regular lifting and moving of furniture and equipment
- Genuine enjoyment of hands-on, active work
- Good IT skills and experience
- Willingness to work unsocial hours depending on the events happening in the building which will include early starts, late finishes and working weekends
Desirable experience/skills
- Knowledge of statutory regulations and policies regarding public buildings
- Knowledge and understanding of venue health and safety requirements
- Experience of working within a contemporary cultural building environment
- Personal licence holder (or willingness to undertake training)
- First aid qualification (or willingness to undertake training)
- Fire warden qualification (or willingness to undertake training)
- Knowledge of one or more subject matters in the Society’s field of interest
Terms
Role: Duty Manager, Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £27,884 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours based on five shifts a week worked between Monday and Sunday
Location: Conway Hall 25 Red Lion Square, London, WC1R 4RL
Reports to: Head of Operations & Visitor Experience
Annual Leave: 24 days per annum plus statutory bank holidays
Probation period: Three months
Pension: An optional stakeholder pension scheme is available. Employee contribution of 3% is matched by 5% from the employer.
Closing date: 9.00am, Monday 12 January 2026
How to apply
To apply, please:
- Complete our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion monitoring form here.
- Please send a CV and a covering letter setting out why you are suitable for the role to james@conwayhall.org.uk
If you would like to discuss any aspect of this position please email the Head of Operations & Visitor Experience, James Foran, at the above email address
Conway Hall is committed to equal opportunities and diversity. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds.