About Us

Celebrating 20 years in business, Viva Esprit is a successful UK-based event management company delivering events across the globe. We pride ourselves on our fresh approach, creative thinking, and commitment to delivering bespoke, exceptional event experiences for our clients.

We are looking for an exceptional Production Manager to join our team in Bagshot, Surrey. You will be responsible for specifying, procuring and managing the delivery of all production and technical services for an event. The position is full-time and offers the option of hybrid working following a successful six-month onboarding period.

• Work collaboratively with clients and internal teams to translate creative briefs into technically sound, deliverable solutions.
• Develop detailed production budgets and schedules, securing best value from suppliers through negotiation and industry knowledge.
• Perform site visits and provide technical assessments of venues.
• Understand an event’s creative vision and goals.
• Plan and manage all on-site production elements including AV, staging, lighting, and logistics from set-up through to de-rig.
• Act as the key point of contact on-site for production, liaising with event managers, suppliers, venues, and clients.
• Own and resolve any issues, adapting plans where necessary to ensure seamless delivery.
• Build and maintain a trusted network of contractors and suppliers, managing contracts and terms to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure all legal, regulatory, and health & safety standards are met and adhered to throughout the event lifecycle.
• Establish and continually refine production processes to ensure high standards across all events.