Audio Visual Technician

Status: Part-Time (8-12 hours per week)

Direct Reports: None

I. Position Purpose

To provide high-quality audio, visual, and media support for both traditional and contemporary worship services and rehearsals, ensuring a professional and spiritually engaging environment.

 

II. Core Responsibilities

1. Audio Engineering

• Live Mixing: Operate the digital console during rehearsals and Sunday services. Create a balanced, clear, and modern "contemporary" mix.
• Monitor Mixing: Manage In-Ear Monitor mixes for vocalists and musicians to ensure the musicians can perform at their best.
• Stage Management: Oversee the placement of microphones, boxes, and cabling. Maintain a clean and safe stage environment (cable management).
• Equipment Maintenance: Perform routine checks on microphones, cables, and wireless systems (battery management). Report any hardware failures to the Director.

2. Media and Visual Production

• Presentation Software: Operate (or oversee volunteers operating) software packages for lyrics, scripture, and sermon graphics.
• Lighting: Execute basic lighting cues and transitions to enhance the atmosphere of worship without being a distraction.
• Livestream Support: Ensure the audio feed for the livestream is clear and balanced and assist in the basic operation of cameras or streaming software if needed.

3. Team Collaboration and Preparation

• Rehearsals: Attend mid-week rehearsals to dial in the mix and work through technical transitions with the band.
• Planning: Review the order of worship, song arrangements, and technical notes before arriving on campus.
• Volunteer Training: Assist the Director in coaching and "shadowing" lay volunteers who wish to learn basic sound or media operations.

Qualifications

• Technical Proficiency: Experience with digital consoles 
• Musical Ear: Ability to distinguish between frequencies, understand instrument "pocketing" in a mix, and follow a lead sheet or click track.
• Problem-Solving: The ability to remain calm under pressure and troubleshoot technical "glitches" live during a service.
• Software: Proficient with <insert software> and basic digital audio workstations.
• Spiritual Character: A commitment to the mission of the church and a respectful, helpful attitude toward staff and congregants.

The contents in this job description serve as a guideline for the selected employee. The Senior Pastor reserves the right to amend this job description if and when necessary. Also, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.