I'm Mark Turner, a versatile AV professional with over two decades of experience in Audio, Vision, and Lighting Production Management. I troubleshoot across disciplines, lead robust live event solutions, and drive successful outcomes for high-profile clients by delivering clear communications and reliable operations. I thrive in dynamic environments, coordinating technical teams and client stakeholders to ensure seamless productions. Beyond events, I’m a radio and live DJ presenter, blending technical know-how with creative storytelling to deliver engaging experiences for audiences. I’m passionate about leveraging cutting-edge AV technologies to create immersive productions and optimize audience engagement, while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.…

Mark David Turner

I'm Mark Turner, a versatile AV professional with over two decades of experience in Audio, Vision, and Lighting Production Management. I troubleshoot across disciplines, lead robust live event solutions, and drive successful outcomes for high-profile clients by delivering clear communications and reliable operations. I thrive in dynamic environments, coordinating technical teams and client stakeholders to ensure seamless productions. Beyond events, I’m a radio and live DJ presenter, blending technical know-how with creative storytelling to deliver engaging experiences for audiences. I’m passionate about leveraging cutting-edge AV technologies to create immersive productions and optimize audience engagement, while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.…

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I’m Mark Turner, a versatile AV professional with over two decades of experience in Audio, Vision, and Lighting Production Management. I troubleshoot across disciplines, lead robust live event solutions, and drive successful outcomes for high-profile clients by delivering clear communications and reliable operations. I thrive in dynamic environments, coordinating technical teams and client stakeholders to ensure seamless productions.

Beyond events, I’m a radio and live DJ presenter, blending technical know-how with creative storytelling to deliver engaging experiences for audiences. I’m passionate about leveraging cutting-edge AV technologies to create immersive productions and optimize audience engagement, while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance AV Technician & Project Manager at Self-employed
January 1, 2022 - Present
Manage AV projects end-to-end for a diverse client base, ensuring seamless execution. Analyze technical requirements for complex AV setups, coordinate installations, and troubleshoot on-site issues to maintain quality. Build and maintain client relationships, identify opportunities for innovation, and lead cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact event productions. Implement cutting-edge AV solutions to elevate event production quality, optimize workflows, and ensure safety and compliance.
Director - Audio Visual Media Ltd at Audio Visual Media Ltd
January 1, 2019 - Present
Spearheaded strategic business transformation initiatives, modernized technical infrastructure, and developed new commercial models to drive growth. Oversaw task delegation, performance, and resource allocation; analyzed market trends and inventory metrics to optimize purchasing. Led audio broadcasting upgrades, improving broadcast quality and efficiency; managed daily operations and quality standards across departments.
DJ/Presenter at Strawberry Radio, Stockport and Cheshire
January 1, 2002 - Present
Developed playlists for diverse events to maximize audience engagement; delivered live DJ sets and introduced radio and live event programming. Maintained and tested sound equipment, collaborated with planners to tailor music selections, and analyzed crowd responses to adjust flow in real time for maximum energy.

Education

NVQ Level 1 Performing Arts at Ridge Danyers College, Marple, Cheshire
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 2001
GCSEs (Maths, English, Drama, Design, Business Studies) at Poynton High School, Poynton, Cheshire
January 11, 2030 - October 16, 2025

Qualifications

IPAF 3a & 3b
November 1, 2024 - October 16, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services
    paper Poynton Beerfest

    Year on year I have been solely responsible to provide lighting, sound and stage production of yearly Beerfest since 2022 this has grown exponentially due to my valid commitment to make it bigger and better I enjoy a challenge and it is now to a level of a small festival in 4 events it has gone from a 2 speaker PA with 2 gig bars to a full lighting show and large PA system and stage

    paper Poynton Beerfest

    Year on year I have been solely responsible to provide lighting, sound and stage production of yearly Beerfest since 2022 this has grown exponentially due to my valid commitment to make it bigger and better I enjoy a challenge and it is now to a level of a small festival in 4 events it has gone from a 2 speaker PA with 2 gig bars to a full lighting show and large PA system and stage