Job Description

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and professional individual to the new role of

Technical Production Manager

, to lead the technical delivery of our wide range of live music events at our venue on Argyle Street, Birkenhead.

The successful candidate will be responsible for Future Yard's PA, lighting + AV systems, backline and technical infrastructure, arranging and undertaking maintenance and development as required.

Your primary discipline will be as a sound engineer, but you will also have oversight of all technical aspects of the venue, including live lighting and AV.

You will line manage our team of technicians, event managers and box office staff who work at the venue, ensuring we have a well-supported team in place for all our events. This includes managing a rota to ensure events are staffed appropriately, consistent with agreed budgets and operating patterns.

You will also oversee and support team members, ensuring Future Yard's studio spaces and technical systems around the venue are maintained and in good working order. You will be a part of the advancing process for our events, providing technical input and expertise as required.

This is a unique opportunity to join the team at one of the UK's most exciting new music organisations. Since fully opening in the summer of 2021, we have played host to artists such as Nadine Shah, Anna Calvi, Gruff Rhys, OMD, Doves, Black Country New Road, Everything Everything, English Teacher, The Zutons, Nubiyan Twist, Shame, Melt Yourself Down, Dry Cleaning, The Coral, Bodega and many more, with a programme encompassing the best in contemporary alternative, jazz, electronic and experimental music.

Future Yard is committed to providing a range of pathways for local young people to develop the skills needed to embark on careers within the live music industry. We view all of our events as learning opportunities and you will regularly have trainees shadowing and assisting you on live events. You will be passionate about passing on your skills to the next generation and embrace the culture of exchange and skill sharing on which Future Yard is built.

You will be at the heart of a small, passionate team working in a fast-paced environment. We are looking for someone with excellent organisational skills, who can manage and prioritise their workload independently, while communicating clearly and effectively with their team, colleagues, visiting artists, crew and promoters.

As a member of the Future Yard family you will benefit from a range of bonuses, including: free entry to all Future Yard shows, training and social events, our cycle to work scheme, paid training, ongoing development opportunities and a brilliant range of staff discounts.

Future Yard takes its safeguarding responsibilities to children and vulnerable adults very seriously and is committed to providing a safe environment for all who walk through our doors. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

We are looking for an individual who is passionate about technical production and has

at least three years professional experience as a live sound engineer

.

We are particularly looking for an individual who shares Future Yard's values and is/has:

A robust knowledge and experience of the workings of a grassroots live music venue Experience of live lighting within a live music venue - or a strong desire to expand your skills in this area An appetite to share your knowledge with young people, as part of Future Yard's training programmes Great team working skills, flexibility and an appetite to continually develop Excellent communication skills Ideally you will have experience of managing a small team (though this is not essential, an appetite to do so is!) A valid driving licence and access to a car would be desirable, but not essential You will be a well organised, disciplined self-starter
The post holder will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

A full breakdown of job description can be downloaded from futureyard.org/jobs.

NB -

The position is available Full Time or on a reduced hours basis (details below). This flexibility is intended to support an ideal candidate who may wish to maintain an interest in work opportunities in the sector, alongside their role at Future Yard.
We are equally open to candidates applying via the full time or reduced hours option and have no preference. Our principal motivation is to find the best candidate for the role.

Full Time (40hrs per week), Permanent

Work pattern:
- x3 days per week, venue based.
- x2 Event Tech shifts per week. Shifts are predominantly evening and weekend based with occasional day time hours for specific tasks, special events, and daytime programming.

OR

0.8 role, 4 Days p/week (32 hours per week), Permanent

Work pattern:
- x3 days per week, venue based.
- x1 Event Tech shift per week. Shifts are predominantly evening and weekend based with occasional day time hours for specific tasks, special events, and daytime programming.

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Applications must be made via an application form (which will be sent to you), with an opportunity to upload a CV and personal statement detailing how you are the perfect fit for the role.

Please take care to address all aspects of the role profile (as described above) in your covering letter.

If your application is successful, you will be invited for an interview. Interviews will be in person and will take place on Thursday 24th July 2025.

The deadline for applications is 10am on Monday 21st July.

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Future Yard was established with the aim of creating a transformational live music venue for the people of Birkenhead, Wirral and Merseyside. We're passionate about the power of music and the positive impact a high-quality community music venue can have on people's lives. Future Yard is at the heart of the regeneration vision for Birkenhead.

Future Yard is a non-profit, Community Interest Company. We run a range of acclaimed training, artist development and community programmes alongside our live events, as detailed in our recent

Annual Impact Report

. We are keen to work with people who share our vision of a dynamic community music venue and are driven to deliver excellence.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 27,000.00-30,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 32 - 40 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme Sick pay Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekend availability
Experience:

Sound engineering: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 21/07/2025
Expected start date: 01/08/2025