Director of Production

Covenant United Methodist Church, Greer, SC

Reports to Associate Pastor of Contemporary Worship & Young Adults

Classification: Full-Time

Position Overview: The Director of Production oversees all audio, video, lighting, and live-streaming needs of the entire campus for Sunday worship services, ministry events, and special events, with an emphasis on audio. The Director of Production works with pastors, worship & music teams, and other ministry areas to effectively communicate their ministry objectives.

Responsibilities

• Run audio for Sunday morning worship services, rehearsals and churchwide events.
• Oversee, lead, and develop production volunteer teams.
• Recruit, train, and schedule volunteer media teams for worship services and special events in collaboration with pastors and church staff.
• Produce audio and video content for use in worship services including bumper videos, promotional videos, testimonial videos, and other formats that continue to communicate a relevant message.
• Maintain and/or improve production equipment at campus.
• Collaborate with the Communications Director on Covenant branding.
• Help produce weekly/monthly student ministry worship services.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Associate Pastor of Contemporary Worship & Young Adults; and pastoral staff.

Skills & Attributes

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Passion for equipping and empowering volunteer teams.
• Self-directed, strong organization and time-management skills.
• Familiar with live audio mixing skills with contemporary/modern (band and singers) and traditional (orchestra and choir) environments.
• Familiar with Midas soundboards.
• Familiar with Planning Center, ProPresenter and other presentation software (Ableton/Logic is a plus).
• Familiar with video switching, video systems and livestreaming.
• Familiar with lighting systems is a plus (must be willing to at least learn).
• Continued growth in technical knowledge is required.

Character

• Must have a strong, growing relationship with Jesus.
• Teachable/humble spirit and a team player.
• Able to give and receive constructive criticism with grace.
• Demonstrate high levels of creativity, adaptability, flexibility, and initiative.

The Director of Production position is employed by the Staff Parish Relations Committee and shall work under the supervision of the Associate Pastor of Contemporary Worship & Young Adults.

Education and Experience: This position requires a strong spiritual background and commitment to the church and to the ministry of the church. A degree in Audio/Video Production, Media Arts, or related field is preferred. The candidate must have a proven track record of effective leadership, judgment, and character that is above reproach.

Compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. Interested parties should forward a complete application packet to Rev. Johnny Kittrell, jkittrell@covumc.org , and it should include the following:

• Cover letter with general background information, family, community involvement, and hobbies
• Current resume with relevant links to audio & video work
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