Creative Industries Production Technician
Introduction
Live Event Technician’s work in a range of settings and provide technical solutions for live performances and events across the UK, Europe and Worldwide. These events range from concerts, festivals, theatrical performances, exhibitions, conferences, product launches or showcases. LETs set-up technical equipment for live events and usually specialise in sound, lighting or video. They have knowledge of the equipment used in different environments and will have the ability to calibrate systems. They specify components to deliver high quality outputs across a range of different settings. LETs are responsible for the control, servicing, repair and storage of complex technical equipment. Their specialist knowledge enables them to troubleshoot and repair components and systems at sub assembly level.
Entry requirements:
There are no other formal qualifications required to start this apprenticeship, but you will be assessed to ensure you have the ability to complete the English and Maths qualification to at least level 2 (Grade 4). Entrants must be comfortable working at heights.
Functional skills:
If Level 2 has already been achieved, then development of further English and maths skills will continue for the whole of the apprenticeship.
Duration:
The Live Event Technician apprenticeship lasts 24 months. The End Point Assessment will not be entered into until the completion of a level 3.
Progression:
On completion, apprentices will receive a level 3 standard apprenticeship and will be able to apply for positions within the live event industry such as audio/visual technician, Fly and automation operator and event logistics and planning.
Funding:
Levy paying employers may fund apprentices on this programme from their Apprenticeship Account and non-levy paying SMEs through the co-funded option. There may be a small fee for some SME’s.
End point assessment:
To achieve this apprenticeship standard, the employer, training provider and apprentice will agree when the apprentice is ready and competent to undertake the independent end assessment, which will test their skills knowledge and behaviours required for this role.
