Serve as the general overseer of music and provide direct leadership to members of the music department to achieve the goals of the Music Division to the glory of God. Members are choir, musicians, choir director(s)/directress(es), choir president, praise team, etc.
Report directly to appointed deacon and to the pastor when necessary.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Schedule and lead choir rehearsals.
Conduct and lead the choir during performances. For the first 2-3 months of the new hire introductory period, choir rehearsals are to be held on a weekly basis. Thereafter, there shall be a minimum of two rehearsals per month; more if needed.
Train and practice with singers for musical concerts.
Organize annual musicals with the final program to be approved by the pastor.
Provide and teach new music to choir on a regular basis.
Work with the pastor and the media ministry in planning ahead for new programs.
Make a conscious effort to get to know the members of your team.
Report any concerns to the appointed deacon.
Perform other duties requested by the pastor, such as special programs, funerals and weddings. (Funerals and weddings are compensated separately.)