What are the responsibilities and job description for the Audio Technician position at SAINT PAUL CHURCH?
JOB DESCRIPTION
Summary:
The primary responsibility is to ensure that all sound equipment functions smoothly during all worship services. This position is also responsible for the front of house mix as well as onstage monitoring mixes.
Duties:
- Responsible for stage or room set up of audio equipment according to needs of service or production
- Serves as the lead in setup and tear down of stage equipment utilizing the worship order sheets.
- Conducts sound checks with guest artist, choirs, or musicians as requested
- Responsible for mix sound inputs or feeds
- Regulates the volume and technical quality of sound during the production of pre-recorded and live services and productions
- Edit audio material before and after productions
- Technicians often provide their knowledge and expertise, especially during events where audio equipment is a central component, such as concerts.
- Arrives one hour prior to service or event they are working
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- A working knowledge and understanding that mixing should be approached in such a way that it properly enhances instrumentation and vocalization of the worship services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of all, audio equipment and processing
- Ability to effectively communicate and understand others
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Excellent motor co-ordination
- Ability to remain alert while performing routine, repetitive tasks
- Creativity and artistic ability
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with others in a team environment.
- Exceptional problem solving skills leading to solutions to technical problems with equipment or sound
- Demonstrated ability of equipment maintenance to ensure the equipment is working properly.
- Ability to exercise 'artistic flavor' within the parameters set by the Media Services Team Leader’s requests.
- Willingness to work flexible hours (some evenings)
Education:
High School Degree is required
Experience:
A minimum of three (3) years of relevant audio/studio experience is required.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds on a regular basis.