Event Production Manager (AV & Video)

We are the UKs leading premium publisher home to iconic and influential media brands including Esquire Mens & Womens Health ELLE Good Housekeeping Harpers Bazaar Digital Spy Cosmopolitan Red and more. At Hearst UK we dont just create content we shape culture.

Our workplace is driven by passion shaped by authenticity and powered by creativity. We back bold ideas act with an entrepreneurial mindset and continually evolve to meet the moment - while respecting the legacy thats brought us here. We believe in each others potential and push boundaries together to create meaningful impact both across the media landscape and in peoples lives.

Were proud of our heritage - but even more excited about making history.

Hearst UK operates an in office policy with flexible Fridays. Our office is based at House of Hearst 30 Panton Street St Jamess London SW1Y 4AJ where teams collaborate in person and connect across brands and functions.

Salary - - Salary is dependent on experience and will be assessed in line with the candidates skills knowledge and relevant expertise.

The Role

As the Event Production Manager (AV & Video) you will lead the technical production behind Hearst UKs live events ensuring every experience is delivered to the highest standard. Combining technical expertise with creative thinking youll oversee everything from audiovisual planning and live event delivery to social-first video capture creating seamless productions that engage audiences both in the room and online.

Youll take ownership of The Randolph House of Hearsts dedicated social and events hub managing its audiovisual infrastructure and ensuring it remains a best-in-class venue for live events productions and broadcasts. Youll lead a trusted network of freelance AV specialists oversee the delivery of technical production across Hearsts event portfolio and produce high-quality video content that extends the reach of our events across social channels. Working closely with editorial commercial and events teams youll help create world-class experiences that showcase our iconic brands and deliver exceptional results for our audiences and partners.

• AV Operations: Oversee all audiovisual setup testing and live execution for events hosted in The Randolph ensuring flawless delivery across lighting sound and video.

• Equipment Management: Maintain service and track all AV equipment ensuring it remains in optimal working order and compliant with internal safety and quality standards.

• Freelancer Management: Recruit train and oversee a roster of AV freelancers and operators to flex capacity during peak periods or off-site events.

• Social Video Capture: Manage and deliver all social video output from events (both internal and external) ensuring on-brand production that meets creative and paid partnership requirements.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with the Events and Social teams to plan execute and deliver AV and video elements aligned with brand priorities.

• Workflow & Quality Control: Create efficient pre- and post-event workflows for AV and video requests ensuring consistent quality and rapid turnaround.

• Budget & Resourcing: Support cost tracking and identify opportunities to improve efficiency through better use of in-house resources.

• Proven experience managing audiovisual production for live hybrid or broadcast events within corporate brand editorial or agency environments.
• Strong technical expertise across AV systems including lighting audio projection livestreaming and event production technology.
• Experience capturing and producing social-first video content using professional cameras and mobile devices with a strong understanding of platform-native storytelling across Instagram TikTok YouTube and emerging channels.
• Confident leading coaching and coordinating freelance AV specialists and junior team members while managing external production partners in fast-paced high-pressure environments.
• Experience building and managing a trusted freelance network to provide additional production support during peak periods and large-scale events.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills with the ability to balance multiple events and competing priorities simultaneously.
• A proactive solutions-focused approach with the confidence to troubleshoot technical challenges and make decisions under pressure.
• A strong understanding of brand standards commercial partnership requirements and the importance of delivering high-quality brand-safe content across every event and production.

Benefits

(Your benefits at Hearst UK are more than just extrasthey are tools to help you thrive in every part of life.)

Hearst Exclusives - Only for You!

• Get adventurous with Good Housekeeping Taste and Beauty Testing Panels - yes you could be trying the next big thing in beauty food & drink.

• Snag luxe beauty steals at our legendary office sample sales - score big on top brands without breaking the bank!

Inclusion Health & Wellbeing: Feel Your Best

• Stay healthy with Specsavers eye care a company-funded Health Cash Plan and access to mental health support.

• Get active and stress-free with discounted gym memberships and the Cycle to Work scheme.

• Embrace flexibility with a Location Flex and Holiday Exchange to take time when you need it.

• Take time to give back with a Charity Day and access wellbeing resources whenever you need them.

• Join one of our Hearst ERG Groups.

Financial Wellness - Boost Your Budget

• Plan ahead with a generous Workplace Pension Income Protection Life Assurance and Season Ticket Loan for easier commuting.

• Make smarter money moves using Salary Finance tools Financial Wellbeing sessions and Home Tech benefits to spread costs.

• Treat yourself with major discounts across London plus everyday savings via the HAPI at Hearst app

Hearst UK is deeply committed to using our influential brands to reflect the world we want to live in one that respects protects represents and uplifts the voices and opinions of all people. As a business we recognise the significant benefits of creativity collaboration and innovation that comes with diverse teams. Not only is diversifying the voices in our organization the right thing to do but it also helps us to make powerful and exciting content that can be enjoyed by many more people. This is why were working to build a sense of true belonging within our business and foster a culture in which everyone feels heard.