PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE

Technical & Production Responsibilities

• Execute technical designs for services and church events, working from the vision of each gathering.
• Program and operate production consoles — audio (e.g. DiGiCo), lighting, and video switching — with a primary focus on your area of expertise.
• Set up and strike stage plots, input lists, microphones, and technical riders for our bands and guest speakers.
• Maintain our AVL equipment inventory: organized, accurate, and fully functional.
• Adeptly adapt to run-of-show changes and last-minute audibles.
• Hold consistent technical standards — SPL/loudness, visual consistency — across every gathering.
• Stay current on AVL technology and trends, and bring fresh ideas to the team.

Live Event Responsibilities

• Execute technical elements for livestream and in-room production, including Sunday mornings.
• Troubleshoot signal flow and technical issues calmly and quickly, even under pressure.
• Operate ProPresenter, lighting control, and other production software with reliability.
• Work closely with worship leaders and fellow production staff to align execution with the week's vision.
• Watch weekend workflows for ways to reduce distraction and improve the congregation's experience.

Team & Volunteer Responsibilities

• Participate in weekly production meetings, rehearsals, and season planning.
• Contribute to stage design and technical brainstorming.
• Give and receive feedback directly, kindly, and without ego.
• Train and invest in our volunteer tech teams, relationally and technically — raising up genuinely competent volunteers is a core part of this role, not a side task.
• Serve hands-on every Sunday: setup, execution, and teardown, alongside the volunteers you're leading.
• Keep the booth, stage, and backstage areas in order, and take part in regular gear and space maintenance.
• Take ownership — if you see a better way to do something, say so and help build it.

Required Competencies

• A high emotional intelligence and a real ability to move toward people relationally — this role requires training volunteers to genuine competence, not just managing tasks.
• A genuine commitment to representing Christ and this church well, on and off the platform.
• Proficiency with Mac and Windows, and working knowledge of live production software and digital consoles (DiGiCo, ProPresenter, lighting control).
• A solid grasp of signal flow, cabling, and live event execution.
• A strong time management across multiple services and deadlines.
• Calm, adaptable, and clear-headed in a live, fast-moving environment.
• A clear and kind communicator, written and in person.
• A detail-oriented individual with real pride in doing things right.
• A willingness to be cross-trained across AVL disciplines and to take feedback well.
• A resourceful under pressure — you solve problems instead of waiting for someone else to.

Preferred Experience

• A bachelor's degree in Live Production, Audio Engineering, or a related field — or equivalent hands-on experience.
• One to three years of live production experience (church, touring, theater, or collegiate).
• Hands-on experience with system routing, FOH/monitor mixing, or lighting/video programming.
• An awareness of current AVL standards and trends.
• Experience leading or working alongside volunteers.

Compensation & Benefits

• Health & Future — Life, health, dental, and vision insurance; short- and long-term disability; a retirement account with a 6% company match.
• Rest & Family — Flexible paid time off, holidays, parental leave, and mid-week flex time to offset weekend service schedules.
• Tools & Tech — MacBook Pro, Mac Studio display, your choice of trackpad or mouse, an adjustable standing desk, and personal gear checkout privileges.
• Culture & Growth — A work culture rated in the top 5% of Best Christian Workplaces. Team lunches, paid travel to industry conferences and training, and real investment in your personal, spiritual, and professional growth.