The Company
Light Motif is a London based full-service event production company, providing creative specialised solutions and technical equipment for a wide range of high-profile live events in some of London’s most prestigious venues and global brands. Venues we work in (click here).
We provide technical production (lighting, sound, AV, custom scenery, furniture, graphics, etc.) to a range of high-profile events. The work is fast paced (install times of 45 minutes are not uncommon) and diverse in scale but offers a chance to be part of some of the most unique events in London.
As a rapidly growing team we can also offer many routes for internal promotion, as well as the opportunity to experience a number of different aspects of the business.
The Role
Role Description
We’re looking for an experienced Scenic Build and Workshop Specialist with a background in theatre, events, or exhibitions. You should have good skills in carpentry and metalwork, be familiar with CAD software (e.g., Vectorworks, AutoCAD), and experience or an interest in CNC programming. You should be able interpret technical drawings and translate those into build materials and construction elements as part of production workflows. Strong communication, adaptability, and a proactive attitude are key, as is a commitment to health and safety.
A full UK driving licence (Category B) and experience with CNC machinery & Graphics are advantageous. You’ll be a team player, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently in a fast-paced environment.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Run our small scenic workshop on a day to day basis to ensure timely and accurate construction of scenery for our events
- Coordinate with the Projects and Operations teams to understand scenic requirements for upcoming projects.
- Lead the fabrication, painting, assembly, and pre-event prep of scenic elements.
- Source materials and liaise with suppliers as needed.
- Supervise additional scenic freelancers during period of high demand, and raise capacity concerns to Head of Operations ahead of time
- Support on-site installation and dismantling on occasions (which may require out of hours work).
- Ensure quality control throughout all stages of scenic construction.
- Maintain scenic furniture, props, and equipment to high standards.
- Manage workshop stock levels, parts, and consumables.
- Maintain health and safety standards within the workshop by enforcing operational procedures, health and safety policies, and risk assessments.
- Manage workshop schedules to meet tight build deadlines.
- Assist the Warehouse team with the loading, unloading and handling of heavy/bulky equipment as required.
- Assist the Head of Operations in identifying opportunities for improvement in workshop layout, workflow, and operational efficiency.
Your Skills & Experience
Required
- 2+ years experience in a theatre, events ,or exhibitions scenic workshop.
- Strong carpentry and metalwork skills.
- Used to working with technical CAD plans and drawings.
- Able to translate technical drawings into necessary construction elements and related bills of materials.
- Excellent attention to detail, with professional pride in a high standard of finish to all scenic work.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Good understanding of event-based health and safety.
- Team leadership skills.
Advantageous
- Previous experience in a theatre, events, or exhibitions scenic workshop at supervisor or manager level
- Experience with Vectorworks
- Experience wrapping theatre flats on a regular basis
- Experience with vinyl cutting and application
- Experience running CNC fabrication
- Experience running 3D printers
- Drivers license (Cat B)
Working Hours
The role is based at our London office/warehouse in Bellingham, SE6 3BX and is in person only.
Regular working hours are 09:30 – 18:00, Monday – Friday, however due to the nature of the events industry, it is expected that this role will involve as travel in and around London on a periodic basis, as well as occasional work outside of standard hours for which overtime, time off in lieu (TOIL) or flexi-time hours will be given depending on your role.
Our Culture
We believe that high-end production shouldn't come at the cost of our team's well-being or the environment.
As a certified Living Wage Employer, we ensure your skills and experience are rewarded with fair compensation that helps meet the rising cost of living. We also recognize the pressures that can come with working in a fast-paced industry and have signed the Mental Health at Work Commitment to support mental wellbeing. At the same time, we are reducing our environmental impact by switching our vehicle fleet over to HVO fuels to reduce our transport emissions by up to 90% as part of our Net Zero roadmap.
We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment and heavily encourage applications from under-represented groups, including those with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ+ individuals, and are committed to equitable career progression, mentorship, and equal pay. If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know. All disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for this position are guaranteed an interview.
Benefits
- Annual holiday allowance of 28 including bank holidays
- Access to a 24/7 private GP and physiotherapy and mental health support and digital wellbeing tools.
- Access to legal and debt advice through our EAP service, 360 Wellbeing.
- Flexible working hours and reasonable time back following intensive event-delivery periods.
- Office kitchen stocked with tea, coffee, squash, biscuits and other small snacks for when you need a little boost as well as a microwave, electric hob, and airfryer plus a few basics like bread, butter, jam, and a variety of condiments to give you flexibility when planning your lunches.
- Occupational sick pay and pension contributions through auto-enrolment.
- Cycle to Work scheme including full financing for standard bikes & safety equipment and partial financing towards e-bike options.
- Retail & Gym Discounts.
- On-site parking (subject to availability).
Pay: £32,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Ability to commute/relocate:
- London SE6 3BX: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
- Experience with Vectorworks or other CAD programmes?
Experience:
- theatre, events ,or exhibitions : 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
