The British Academy – the UK’s national body for the humanities and social sciences - is seeking a Technical Producer to join our busy Technical Production Team providing key technical support for events at our prestigious central London venue.

 ROLE PURPOSE / OVERVIEW

As Technical Producer, you will play a vital role in delivering seamless audio-visual services for a diverse range of hybrid, virtual and in-person events. You will work with state-of-the-art AV systems, including AVoIP and live event technologies, across our Heritage spaces and recently launched Lower Ground spaces. You will support colleagues and clients at every stage of an event, providing innovative solutions across multiple technical disciplines, throughout technical consultation and production planning to event setup, delivery and postproduction.

We are looking for an experienced AV / live events technician who is familiar with Crestron, Q-SYS, Black Magic ATEM, PTZ Camera control and live audio systems including Yamaha and Allen & Heath. In addition to your technical expertise, you will have excellent communication skills to provide high-quality customer service, and strong organisational and troubleshooting skills to ensure technical resources are able to meet event requirements.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and adaptable individual to make a meaningful contribution to the Academy's mission while developing your professional skills in a collaborative and supportive environment.

OFFICE LOCATION - 10-11 Carlton House Terrace, St James Park, London, SW1Y 5AH

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Delivering AV Services for Events

• Set up, operate, and de-rig AV and event technology for a variety of events, from small meetings to large conferences.

• Provide real-time technical support during events, including hybrid and virtual setups.

• Deliver audio and video recording and postproduction services to client specifications

 2. Supporting Client Needs

• Liaise with clients to understand their AV requirements, offering advice and solutions.

• Able to communicate well with clients to ensure they feel supported and informed throughout the event process.

• Provide excellent customer service by addressing last-minute client requests efficiently.

• Conduct live streaming and virtual event hosting, ensuring high-quality delivery.

3. Equipment Maintenance and Improvements

• Conduct regular maintenance and basic repairs on AV equipment to ensure reliability.

• Report equipment issues to the Technical Production Manager and arrange necessary repairs.

• Assist in forecasting improvements and implementing technology upgrades.

4. Team Collaboration and Process Improvement

• Work closely with the Venue Sales and Events teams to ensure event success.

• Contribute ideas to improve processes and share knowledge with colleagues.

• Manage and prioritize workload to meet deadlines effectively.

• Provide basic coordination and oversight of freelance AV technicians to ensure they understand event requirements and deliver high-quality support.

Key Stakeholders

Internal:

Technical Production Manager; Senior Technical Producers; Venue Sales and Marketing Team; Events Team; Fellowship Team

External:

Corporate and academic event clients; External AV service providers; External AV Technicians

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Works and communicates effectively

• Communicates effectively with internal teams and external clients to meet technical needs.

• Builds effective working relationships internally and externally.

• Promotes collaboration and resolves conflict with sensitivity and respect.

• Able to communicate with users of differing technical abilities and explain technical concepts to staff with varying levels of technical understanding.

• Able to communicate with all levels of seniority within the Academy.

• Enjoys working as part of a team and taking the initiative whenever necessary.

• Demonstrate a friendly, professional manner in the environment.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Demonstrates and develops appropriate knowledge and skills

• Demonstrates a solid understanding of AV and event technology, live event production, and hybrid setups.

• Continues to develop expertise and shares knowledge with colleagues.

• Adapts quickly to new systems and processes to ensure operational excellence.

PROACTIVITY AND PLANNING

Manages time and resources effectively in order to achieve own and organisational objectives

• Manages time and resources effectively, balancing conflicting priorities to meet deadlines.

• Evaluates risks and adapts plans to mitigate challenges.

• Takes ownership of tasks and ensures efficient delivery of Technical Production services using the event management platform provided.

• Delivers an event through its lifecycle, from conception with clients through to onsite delivery and post production.

PROBLEM SOLVING AND DECISION MAKING

Ensures good decisions are made through a rational and methodical approach

• Anticipates obstacles and identifies solutions proactively.

• Makes decisions methodically, ensuring optimal outcomes in high pressure situations.

LEADERSHIP

Gives a clear sense of direction while inspiring others with vision and action

• Empowers freelance and internal team members to deliver high-quality support.

• Leads by example, fostering trust and collaboration among colleagues

WORKPLACE VALUES

The Academy’s workplace values and supporting text are set out below. We share these core values with each other. They guide how we work together and with others. We demonstrate them through our behaviours.

COLLABORATION- We consistently work together to a common purpose, supporting each other, communicating openly and sharing knowledge. We are flexible and adaptable, receiving feedback constructively

CREATIVITY - We bring imagination and curiosity to our work, valuing learning, diverse thinking, and innovation. We are open-minded, receptive, and responsive, taking account of alternative perspectives

EMPATHY-We are understanding, sensitive, compassionate, and considerate, mindful of our own wellbeing alongside that of others

EXCELLENCE - We always do our best, without striving to be perfect, applying our expertise and experience to develop and grow

INTEGRITY - We are open and honest with each other, accepting personal responsibility and demonstrating loyalty. We are reliable and dependable, having belief that we will be transparent and clear

RESILIENCE - We are confident, bold, and tenacious, knowing when to listen as well as when to speak up. We respond positively to challenges and overcome problems

RESPECT - We are inclusive in our regard for each other, showing courtesy and appreciation. We treat people fairly and equally, welcoming everyone’s contribution and difference

APPLICATION PROCESS

We have a two-step approach to hiring, beginning with submitting an application through the Applied platform. This will be followed by a panel interview and may involve a task component.

Please note that we use AI screening software to identify responses that have been copied from AI sources and are not your own work.

The deadline for applications is 12:00 noon on 20 November, however, we may close this role sooner if we receive a high volume of applications.  In these circumstances we will give those who have shown interest 24 hours notice of the change of deadline.

Interviews for this role are currently scheduled for 3 December 2026 but this may be subject to change.