TITLE: Production Team Director
CAMPUS: Central
STAFF LEVEL: Level 3
STATUS: Full Time
CLASSIFICATION: Non -Exempt
REPORTS TO: Reach Wide Pastor
PAY RANGE: $56,850.00 - $80,375.00
Summary/Objective
This position is responsible for the oversight of production elements of the weekend gatherings and special events. This position is responsible for supervision of the audio / visual teams. Additionally, this role actively sits on the audio team, serving as the main technical engineer for weekend gatherings and events. The Director is responsible for overall management of the audio / visual team including, but not limited to, department budgets, strategic planning, and staff development. The Director is responsible for coordinating the audio / visual, media team, and Creative Team to meet the deadlines and demands for all gatherings and other ministry related events.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position manages the audio, visual and lighting team members.
Responsibilities
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Strategic planning for Production Department.
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Oversees department and individual employee’s goals congruent with Life Center’s Goals
- Oversees work activity of audio / visual team and responsible for their development and performance
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General knowledge of employment law
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Oversight of audio/ visual department budgets
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Liaison between Creative Team and the production team, and Senior Pastor to meet deadlines for all gatherings and other events/ministry requests
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Implement production design that captures event organizer’s vision
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Oversee set design for weekend gatherings, special series and events from start to finish
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Collaborate with Creative Team and Senior Pastor to generate and execute set designs
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Exercises independent judgment and discretion in significant matters including, but not limited, to negotiating and entering into contracts with third party vendors
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Cultivates relationships with key community partners and commercial/contracted vendors
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Promotes unity among campus production staff
Character and Role Competencies
- All Level 1 and 2 competencies plus:
- Fulfill Character, Competency, Chemistry and Culture requirements as set by Life Center Ministries
- Demonstrated team management, leadership ability, and interpersonal skills
- Strong critical thinking, active listening, and complex technical problem-solving skills
- Ability to make quick decisions regarding unexpected problems in production
- Basic knowledge of lighting and stage rigging and a practical knowledge of theatre and production operations
Education, Experience, Certifications and Licensure
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Certificate in audio technology or similar recommended.
- 3-5 years experience in similar role.
- Experience in technical entertainment including lighting design, set design, and lighting board programming.
Physical Demands
- Stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time as required by job.
- Ability to lift and carry objects weighing 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
- Bend, stoop, kneel, or crouch to perform tasks in various environments.
- Ability to talk and hear, reach, and grasp, see and adjust visual focus.
- Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision.
- Must be able to work at heights and stand for long periods of time.
Work Environment and Travel
- This job operates in a professional office and ministry environment.
- This role routinely interacts with staff, volunteers, and guests.
- The primary campus location for this role: Central
- Local travel may be required for All Staff Meetings and some out of area and overnight travel may be expected.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Hours and Schedule
Full Time: 33+ hours per week, which includes:
- Sunday morning Gatherings 6:30am – 2:00pm. Four days during the Monday through Friday work week window, primarily during the hours of 8:30am – 5:00pm.
- Flexibility for days, evenings, weekends, and some holidays
- Routinely requires evening and weekend work pertaining to ministry’s needs and events which occur in the evenings or on weekends.
- Attendance at the following staff meetings is required for this role: Reset, Annual Meeting, any required staff training, recurring meetings as required, and additional meetings as requested.
Benefits
Full-Time: Medical/Dental/Vision, Life Insurance, AD&D, LTD, 403b opportunity, paid holidays/vacation/sick leave, all consistent with the Life Center Employee Handbook of Policies Practices and Procedures.
