The Audio Visual Technician is responsible for overseeing audio/visual production and live-streaming for Sunday morning worship services at St. Margaret's Episcopal Church in Washington, DC.
This is a part-time position at approximately 3-5 hours per week on Sunday mornings (approximately 9:00 a.m. to noon). Additional hours may be requested as needed for special events or worship services (funerals, special services such as Christmas Eve and Holy Week, etc).
This is an hourly, non-exempt position. Three hours of work are guaranteed for each Sunday morning, regardless if the time required is less than three hours on a given week. About once a month, the hours would extend to as late as 1:00 or 2:00 p.m. to cover special events or educational forums following the worship service. Coverage will also be needed for 3-4 additional evening Holy Week services each spring as well as Christmas Eve.
Primary Responsibilities
- Oversee audio visual/production and live-streaming for Sunday morning services each week, and other special events and services as requested (funerals, extra worship services during holidays, concerts, etc).
- Set up microphones and other sound equipment before service or event begins, based on the needs for the day. Communicate with the Director of Operations and Music about microphone and service music needs.
- Conduct sound check with musicians and clergy before service, checking for online and house sound.
- Coordinate with Tech Team volunteers assigned to serve.
- Troubleshoot any issues with sound and soundboard. (St. Margarets has an electronic mixer used during the service with an app-based interface)
- Plan out camera angles and scenes based on the worship service. Collaborate with worship leaders as needed regarding movement and blocking during the worship service.
- Start and monitor live stream to [Zoom] YouTube, Facebook and to any other streaming platforms designated.
- Start recording on Zoom and act as Host
- Run cameras during worship.;
- After worship, end the live stream, put away microphones as required and other equipment, and turn off any cameras, computers, etc.
- Keep track of any audio/visual needs, and maintain equipment accordingly (i.e. replace batteries on wireless mics as needed, and let the church office know of any needed supplies).
- Unless ill or faced with an emergency, let the Director of Operations and Music know if you are unavailable on a Sunday with at least 2 weeks advance notice. The audio/visual technician may be given the responsibility of finding suitable substitutes, and training them, depending on their experience level.
Desired Skills and Competencies
- Experience with sound equipment and set up (microphones, etc), and basic knowledge of soundboards and audio mixing. Advanced knowledge of audio equipment and mixing a plus!
- Experience with multi-camera broadcast system,or willingness to learn. Knowledge of Data Video Systems and Software a plus.
- Competency in running Zoom meetings, and knowledge of live stream platforms such as Facebook and Youtube.
- Knowledge of livestream broadcast software platform desirable.
- Experience working with volunteers is desirable.
- Strong verbal and written communications skills.
- Detail-oriented and self-driven;
- Collaborative and relational
- Composed under pressure!
Send cover letter and resume to be considered for the position