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 Director, 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 Director, 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

• Standing 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 75 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, based on ministry needs.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• 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.
• Ability to work both indoors and occasionally outside in hot (summer) and cold (winter) environments for special events, etc.