AUDIO ENGINEER

 
 

TITLE: Audio Engineer
CAMPUS: Central
STAFF LEVEL: Level 2
STATUS: Full Time
CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt
REPORTS TO: Production Director
PAY RANGE: $26.00 - $29.00/hour

Summary/Objective
The audio engineer is responsible for recording, creating, enhancing, and editing sound for weekend gatherings, large group meetings, and special events.

Supervisory Responsibility
This role does not have a supervisory component.

Responsibilities

  • Executes sound for all Central Campus Gatherings, large meetings, and special events. This includes mixing and regulating sound inputs and feeds.

  • Fixing and enhancing sound at live events.

  • Communicates with other staff members to ensure deadlines are met and projects are completed to specifications.

  • Testing and troubleshooting equipment regularly. Responsible for replacing any faulty components. Notifies supervisor when major equipment repairs are needed.

  • Sets up and tears down all equipment for weekend gatherings and events, safely and timely.

  • Attends planning meetings and rehearsals.

  • Other relevant duties as necessary and assigned.

Staff Attributes Culture

  • Passionate personal relationship with Jesus

  • Biblical ethics & integrity

  • Role competent

  • Stewardship

  • Teamwork minded

  • Adapti-positive

  • Mission focused

  • Self-developer

  • Helpful

Character/Role Competencies

  • Ability to use various models of sound equipment.

  • Basic knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

  • Discerning ear; superb ear for sound.

  • Practical knowledge of theatre operations.

  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

  • Ability to use specialized programs and equipment in AV presentations.

  • Knowledgeable of, or ability to become knowledgeable of industry standard safety practices.

  • Ability to effectively prioritize and timely execute tasks.

  • Ability to work under pressure and stay calm when things go wrong.

  • Customer-service oriented with good interpersonal skills.

  • Keeps informed of new trends and technologies.

  • Professing Christian who exhibits ethical practice and trustworthiness.

  • Adhere to theology and values consistent with Life Center’s mission and values.

  • Faithfully supports Life Center with time, talent, and treasure.

  • Models vital and growing personal walk with Jesus.

  • Customer service oriented.

  • Maintains awareness of and adheres to Life Center’s Handbook of Policies, Practices, and Procedures.

  • Lifelong learner.

Education, Experience, Certifications and Licensure

  • High School diploma or equivalent.

  • Certificate in audio technology or similar recommended.

  • Practical experience with sound equipment.

  • Experience in technical entertainment including lighting design, set design, and lighting board programming.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. A key duty of this job requires the ability to talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to work at heights and stand for long periods of time.

Work Environment and Travel

  • This job operates in a professional office and ministry environment.

  • This role routinely interacts with staff, volunteers, and guests.

  • The primary campus location for this role: Central

  • Local travel may be required occasionally for All Staff Meetings.

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Hours and Schedule
Full time: 33+ hours per week, which includes:

  • Monday – Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm during office hour operations.

  • Requires evening and weekend work pertaining to ministry’s needs and events as scheduled in advance.

  • Attendance at the following staff meetings is required for this role: Annual Reset, Annual Meeting, All Staff Trainings, recurring meetings as required, and additional meetings as requested.

Benefits
Full-Time: Medical/Dental/Vision, Life Insurance, AD&D, LTD, 403b opportunity, paid holidays/vacation/sick leave, all consistent with the Life Center Handbook of Policies Practices and Procedures.

Description created/revised 03/07/2024 DS