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Production Technician Apprentice

Course Code: APP0721
  • Level: 3
  • Qualification: Apprenticeship
  • Duration: 24 months
  • Course type: Full-time
  • Time of day: Daytime
  • When you'll study: You will work Monday to Friday, with at least 20% of your time spent in the College dedicated to study.

What's it all about?

Ready to jumpstart your career while learning and earning at the same time? An Apprenticeship is a great way for you to dive straight into your chosen career. You’ll split your time between learning on the job with experienced professionals and attending the College to gain essential knowledge. It’s hands-on, practical, and you’ll be earning a qualification while you work. Expect to build real skills, make connections, and have fun getting a head start in your future career!

As a Production Technician, you will be an essential part of the team, preparing, building, setting up, and operating technical systems for various creative productions, including live events, theatre, film, and TV. Your responsibilities may include assembling and configuring sound, lighting, and video systems, troubleshooting equipment, collaborating with team members, and maintaining technical equipment. This Apprenticeship offers diverse experiences and opportunities to develop your skills in dynamic creative environments.

Course information

This Apprenticeship will cover various areas including the following:

  • production planning
  • technical operations
  • creative skills
  • health and safety.
This Apprenticeship spans 24 months, combining practical work experience with study. At least 20% of your time will be dedicated to off-the-job training, where you’ll gain valuable knowledge and skills through structured learning and hands-on practice. The remaining 80% will be spent working within an organisation, applying your learning in real-world production tasks such as setting up and operating equipment, assisting with the creative process, maintaining technical standards, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. 

For the best chance of success, learners are required to have a minimum of grade 4 (C) in English and maths.

The end point assessment will consist of a practical assessment with questions and a professional discussion underpinned by a portfolio of evidence.

Following successful completion, you could progress onto employment within the sector. This could include roles such as a creative venue technician, site technician, video engineer, etc.

Please note fees are quoted for one year only.

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