Production Associate

Job Summary

The Production Associate will work with audio, video, and lighting systems for Hunter Street Baptist Church (HSBC), ensuring optimal setup and execution for events. This full-time role involves planning technical requirements, managing production timelines, collaborating with ministry areas, and coordinating the implementation of systems and processes to deliver high-quality experiences. With guidance from the Production Lead, will also be responsible for training and working with volunteers, providing support to ensure successful operations during events.

Relational Expectations

-       Cultivates a positive outlook on life and maintains a spirit of gratitude.

-       Influences others for the church’s best interests.

-       Displays a servant’s heart, with the accompanying attitude and cooperation, within all departments of the church.

-       Professional in communication, timeliness, appearance, attention to detail, and follow-through.

-       Faithful in making disciples who make disciples.

Essential Functions

-       Support all technical aspects of the church’s audio, video, and lighting systems—including maintenance and repair of systems.

-       Administer systems and processes for event production support in collaboration and coordination with the media & communication team and other ministry areas.

-       Collaborate with Production Lead, Director of Media & Communications, Minister of Worship Arts, and the Senior Pastor to create high-quality worship experiences.

-       Work with, train, and guide production volunteers.

-       Work with production contractors and staff.

Qualifications and Skills

-       Associate or bachelor’s degree (in AVL production and/or technical systems preferred). Additional work experience may offset educational requirement on a year for year basis.

-       5 years of audio production experience with large audiences to include 2-3 years of experience in church production or a related field, with a deep understanding of video and lighting systems. 

-       Experience using DiGiCo, Allen & Heath systems preferred.

-       Ability to communicate and work effectively with others to include staff and volunteers.

-       Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

-       Understanding/ability to use project management software and other software used by Hunter Street Baptist Church and the media & communications team (ESpace, ClickUp, Adobe Suite, Planning Center Online, Microsoft Office).

-       Proven ability to navigate complex situations, facilitate constructive dialogue, and reach mutually beneficial agreements through effective negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

-       Flexibility and adaptability to work across multiple venues and varying schedules.

-       Strong commitment to the mission, values, and goals of Hunter Street Baptist Church.

Work Conditions

-       Sitting for extended periods of time.

-       Dexterity of hand and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and to handle other computer components.

-       Ability to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.

-       Ability to work flexible hours including weekends based on ministry needs.

-       Ability to work under stress during peak workload periods.

-       Ability to multitask making progress on multiple projects.

-       Ability to set up and tear down for large events dealing with production equipment.