New Life Church of Woodbury is hiring: Audio/Video Technician (Part-Time) in Woo

The Audio/Video Technician will support the audio and video needs of church and academy events, including worship services, school assemblies, concerts, special events, and other performances. This role requires flexibility; technical proficiency with audio, video, and lighting equipment; and a heart for service in an educational environment. The technician will ensure that events run smoothly and professionally, contributing to an excellent experience for attendees.

5-15 hours per week

Essential Job Responsibilities:

Setup and Tear Down

• Plan and set up equipment for events.
• Assist with teardown and resetting of audio setups after events.
• Ensure proper storage of all equipment after use.

Operation

• Run the audio, video, and lighting equipment, adjusting as needed during live events.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any technical issues during live events.
• Ensure proper technique regarding microphone placement, lighting design, video and camera work.

Maintenance

• Maintain and troubleshoot audio and video equipment, including soundboards, microphones, monitors, amplifiers, cables, lighting fixtures, cameras, projectors, and video systems.
• Conduct routine inspections to ensure all equipment is in good working condition.

Collaboration

• Work closely with other team members, worship leaders, teachers, and event coordinators to ensure production needs are met.
• Communicate effectively to understand the production needs for each event and make necessary adjustments.

Qualifications:

Technical Skills

• Proven experience as an audio technician in live sound environments (church, school, or performance setting preferred).
• Proficient in operating digital and analog soundboards.
• Understanding of microphone types, placement techniques, and signal routing.
• Experience with programming lighting systems, designing stage lighting, and hanging lights.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve technical issues quickly.

Personal Attributes

• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and stay calm in high-stress situations.
• A team player with good communication skills.
• Flexibility to work on an as-needed basis, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Spiritual Fit

• A heart for serving in a Christ-centered environment and willingness to support the church and school’s mission.
• Committed to maintaining the highest levels of professionalism and integrity.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with production software including: ProPresenter, Vista3, VMix, or similar.
• Familiarity with AV equipment for audio, video, and lighting.
• Knowledge of acoustics, color theory, and color correction.

Work Environment

• This is an on-call position with hours that vary depending on the church and academy’s needs. Candidates must be able to work evenings, possibly weekends, and during special events or services as required.