Sound Board Technician

Title: WORSHIP SOUND TECHNICIAN

Responsible to: Facility Manager

Purpose: Produce the best possible atmosphere for worship through sound reinforcement. This includes, but is not limited to, creating the best music mix possible, creating an audio mix that meets the mood the pastor/worship leader wants to convey, and supporting the audio needs of the people involved with the church service. Ultimately, glorify God through providing excellent audio services.

Produce top quality sound amplification and video components for both spoken word and music during worship.

Qualifications & Skills Required:

Aptitude and experience working with audio and video equipment.

Ability to
1. A heart for worship in a public setting.
2. Able to work as a member of the worship leadership team. 
4. Have good communication skills (confirmed by someone other than you).
5. Ability to think quickly and react/trouble-shoot properly in performance situations.
6. Willing to attend training sessions and read/watch other training material for improving existing skills.7. Ability to operate the worship software, whether it's PowerPoint, MS Word, Windows Media Player, Quick Time Player, and other similar software.

8. Train volunteer substitutes for services the Audio Tech is unable to attend.

Time Required: 1-hour before the service through 1/2 hour after the service when scheduled. (41/2 hours/week)Attend any quarterly meetings, typically 1 hour in length and held in evening or after church.

Tasks:

Pre-service

1. Produce audio/video components provided by the worship leaders.
2. Set up chancel for pastors/choir/musicians.
3. Perform proper line check.
4. Perform proper sound check; includes gain settings, monitor mixes, proper volume settings, and the mixing process.
5. Check with worship leader and pastor for schedule and any schedule changes.

During Service
1. Adjust sound levels during service as needed.
2. Project video components as requested.
3. Record the service.
4. Follow stage and schedule cues.
5. Provide a distraction-free service as it relates to audio production.

Post-service
1. Provide recording of service/sermon to church office.2. Report any broken/faulty equipment.
3. Clear chancel of equipment as needed.

Opportunities will be made available for additional events / weddings for additional pay.

Wrap up
The above description captures the essence of what is required.There may be other details not included in this document.

Successful candidates will explain in a detailed cover letter how they are a strong fit for the qualifications and experience outlined above. Email a cover letter, your resume, and three references to:

Richard Williams

Pleasant Hill Presbyterian Church3700 Pleasant Hill RoadDuluth Georgia 30096

 Email:

Note: No phone calls please.

• Must be able to pass a drug and background screening
• Must have own hand tools
• Must have reliable transportation