Audio Engineer I (A1) Job Description: Coordination, operation, and technical support, including but not limited to, audio equipment and production. This includes all weekly services, special events, and offsite events. The Audio Engineer (A1) will recruit, train, encourage and lead audio volunteers in production. The A1 will perform research, preparation and practice for best use of production equipment and sound engineering to create an environment to best match the production style desired.

This individual works with ministry leadership, as assigned by the Director, Music and Arts to ensure audio requirements are complete for services and events. The Audio Engineer also works closely with the Director, Music and Arts on the purchase and installation of audio equipment.

Job Requirements:

 Manage, and/or operate, front of house and monitor audio consoles and mix for services and events, as scheduled.

 Act as audio engineer understanding the definition of desired levels and sound mix, as directed by management.

 Coordinate and/or lead set-up and tear down for equipment, as directed by leadership.

 Understand basic concepts including, but not limited to, electrical safety, soundboards, cabling, circuits, music equipment, lighting and video equipment.

 To work closely with the media team in assuming the primary responsibility of the management and operation of the audio equipment, monitors and production equipment in the Main Sanctuary during all weekly services, special events, and offsite live productions.

 To work with the media team in assuming management and oversight of production equipment maintenance and infrastructure.

 To oversee the inventory of equipment in use and in the coordination of gathering equipment for outreaches and special events by church departments.

 To play a significant role in the strategic planning of live events both on and off campus, including a defined style for all campus venues, delivery of production plan in advance, ability to evoke the appropriate mood.

 Attend rehearsals and creative meetings, as required. Schedule early meetings with set designers and/or other departments for collaboration.

Qualifications:

 Five (5) years of sound and/or production engineer; OR any equivalent combination of training and experience.  Mastery knowledge of major digital audio consoles and sound reinforcement  Mastery knowledge of backline equipment and appropriate microphone placement  Mastery knowledge of audio equipment, connectivity and terminology  Training and/or education in media production, or related field, preferred.  Relevant experience to assist other areas of the Live Production department preferred.  Ability to train, develop and cast vision to adults, with energy and encouragement.  Broad knowledge of church audio production practices.  Understanding and translating department goals and information into production concepts.  Ability to make quick, accurate, independent decision under pressure.  Outstanding punctuality and flexibility to meet expectations of position.  Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; knowledge of proper English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.  Exhibits good judgment, honesty, integrity, responsibility, and punctuality through the utilization of professional work standards.  Promptly performs other related duties as assigned and required with excellence.

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to [email protected] by Friday, July 12, 2019, 3:00 p.m.