Ben Pain

Ben Pain has a diverse work experience in the audio-visual industry spanning over two decades. Ben'smost recent position was as the Head of Audio Visual Resources at the Royal College of Physicians, starting in October 2021. Prior to that, they held the role of Head of audio-visual, technical & media services at the same institution starting from February 2017. Before joining the Royal College of Physicians, Ben worked as a Technical & audio-visual manager at the organization from February 2012.

In 2011, Ben provided freelance audio-visual services as a Freelance Audio Visual Technician, offering expertise in sound, projection, IT, lighting, project management, and event management.

From 2010 to 2011, Ben worked as a Production & Technical Manager at Eclipse Presentations, where they managed a team, handled client relations, managed AV budgets, and contributed to event planning.

Starting in 2002, Ben worked at Church House where they held various roles. Ben initially worked as an AV Manager, responsible for managing budgets, operations, and organizing audiovisual events. Ben also managed the telecommunications and client IT network of the Conference Centre. Ben also served as a Senior AV Technician at Church House.

Before joining Church House, Ben worked as an AV Manager at Church House Conference Centre from 2002 to 2010. Ben was recognized as part of the "Best in-house AV team" at the 2010 AV Awards.

Ben's earlier roles include working as an AV Technician at The British Library from 2000 to 2002 and as a Sound Engineer at the National Sound Archive in London from 1999 to 2000. Ben also gained experience as a Sound Engineer at The Dublin Castle from 1999 to 2000.

Overall, Ben Pain has a strong background in audio-visual management, technical expertise, event planning, and client relations.

Ben Pain's education history begins with their GCSE's from The Brooksbank School in Elland, Halifax, West.Yorks. Ben completed these from 1986 to 1994. From 1995 to 1998, they attended Middlesex University where they obtained a 2:1 degree in Theatre Design. There is also mention of Ben completing a BA Hons degree in Drama and Technical Theatre Arts from Middlesex University in London, although the specific dates are not provided.