Audio Engineer/Audio Coordinator

Lutheran Church of Hope
West Des Moines, Iowa, United States
Date Posted: 08/01/2017
Categories: Media/Video/Radio - Other
Job Type: Full-Time
Employee Workplace: Unspecified
Job Description:
Job Title: Live Music Audio Engineer, Production Audio Coordinator

We are looking for an audio engineer with experience mixing Front of House and Monitors for live bands using both digital and analog consoles. 

 

PRINCIPAL FUNCTION

The Production Audio Coordinator provides live audio engineering for worship bands and speakers for Student Ministry, Celebrate Recovery, and Weekend Worship programming and events. S/he also provides general live production support, such as audio, video, lighting, and staging, for various events as assigned. 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop, maintain, and oversee live production support to Student Ministry, Celebrate Recovery, and Weekend Worship programs and events, in coordination with the Production Operations Director and each ministry’s leadership. 

  • Production support is primarily live audio engineering for worship bands and speakers, but may also include live IMAG video, lighting, lyrics, and graphics on screens, staging, etc.
  • Student Ministry programming includes weekly Wednesday evening services, retreats, and special events.
  • Celebrate Recovery includes a weekly Thursday evening service and special events.
  • Weekend Worship programming includes either Saturday evening and Sunday morning services, or Sunday evening service. The Production Audio Coordinator will be one of the team that provides weekend support on a rotational basis.
  • Provide live audio production support for classes, special events, weddings, funerals, conferences, concerts, outside events, etc., as assigned.

Responsible for coaching, care, and oversight of the Production volunteers, in coordination with the Production Operations Director and other team members. Build, equip, and empower applicable volunteer leadership.

 

Assist with equipment maintenance, repairs, and installation. Track inventory and make purchase recommendations. Keep up to date on the use of essential production equipment and technology.

 

Requirements:

  • 5+years’ experience in live audio, production, or related areas. Experience mixing Front of House and Monitor audio for bands in a live environment.
  • Familiar operating large format digital and analog mixing consoles. 
  • Familiarity with wireless microphone coordination for large-scale facilities using simultaneous multiple wireless microphone and IEM systems.
  • Demonstrate the ability to multi-task and carry out detailed procedures with multiple variables.
  • General working knowledge of all technical disciplines (audio, lighting, video and staging).
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal. 
  • Proficient with Mac and Windows operating systems. 
  • Proficient with MS Office Professional software. 
  • Must be able to see and hear within normal limits with or without corrective devices. Work involves normal activity of walking, standing, bending, stooping, kneeling and lifting weights up to 50 pounds. Must also be able to climb ladders and work at heights of 40’ or more on catwalks or work platforms. 

Desired Skills:

  • Minimum 2-year technical degree. 
  • Basic knowledge of Networking, HTML and JavaScript. 
  • Basic knowledge of A/V Network Control Systems design and installation. 
  • Leadership experience. 
Position Details
  • Full time position 
  • Requires evenings, weekends, and holidays 
  • Salaried position, $40,000 - $50,000 depending on experience 
  • Benefits include health insurance and retirement plan
About Lutheran Church of Hope

"Reach out to the world around us and share the everlasting love of Jesus Christ!"
"To be a Spirited (Acts 2), Growing (Matthew 28), and Christ-centered (John 13) community filled with hope!"
Jesus is life. The rest is details. Jesus Christ alone is our hope, and the only real and lasting hope for the world (John 14:6). We love him. For this reason, we don't apologize for the gospel or for putting our relationship with him first in our lives (Romans 1:16). We strive to respond faithfully to the call of Jesus to follow him above all else in this world, which so often competes for our time, energy and attention (Luke 14:15-24). For more information, please visit our website!
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