Job Summary:
The Worship Leader is responsible for planning, preparing for, and leading authentic Spirit- filled worship, proclaiming the uncompromised message of the Gospel. The position serves as an armor bearer to Senior Pastor – Grant Thigpen and central to the mission of New Hope Ministries. This position is also responsible for the technical operations, including audio, media/video, staging, lighting, and visual arts. The position provides leadership and developmental training for staff and ministry partners utilizing technical production tools. It supports all services, social media, internet-based communications, print media communications and other ministries through the design and development of video, digital motion and other communications. Directs the technical aspects of all services and other events, oversees and equips ministry partners, documents live events and provides preventative maintenance for equipment. This position reports to the Church Administrator and Senior Pastor and works in harmony with all ministry partners to fulfill the mission of New Hope Ministries.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
WORSHIP
Lead the congregation in Spirit-filled worship
Organize the elements of service flow in alignment with the Senior Pastor
Communicate the Order of Service with members of the choir, band and media team.
Direct weekly rehearsals with the choir, band and media teams that prepare for a quality services and develops new music to be introduced to the congregation in future services.
Ensure that the stage set-ups, lighting, sound system, video systems, and worship presentation software are working properly and ready for services
Build the worship presentation on ProPresenter for each week's service. This includes such things as announcement graphics, countdown videos, and song slides.
Oversee the design/decoration of the stage to keep it fresh, orderly, and connecting with the current season or emphasis of the church
Recruit and/or develop new musicians, singers, and tech team members to carry out the vision of the service and prepare for future needs
Manage annual budget for Worship Arts and Media departments as directed by the Church Administrator
Follow the financial guidelines (SOPs) for all departmental purchases in communication with the Church Accountant and Church Administrator
Make connections with members of the congregation beyond the worship stage, while supporting the vision, mission and pastors of the church
Initiate and manage nights of worship, holiday productions and event outreaches
Build connections with B12 Kids department and Breakthrough Youth department worship groups and choirs
ABILITIES
Ability to consistently provide Spirit-led worship experiences from the overflow of their own life of worship
Skilled in vocal and instrumental direction
Proficient in playing an instrument and musical arrangement (keyboard/piano preferred)
Ability to provide excellent vocal quality and congregational engagement
Proficient in the use of lighting, sound, video and worship software and technologies
Teachable , Team player with great relational skill and a positive attitude
Ability to be a self-starter
ADDITIONAL AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Coordinate media support for Event Center activities
Facilitate ministry requests made by the Senior Pastor or Church Administrator
QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or above
Music Arts, Theology, or similar degree from a University, Bible School or Accredited Music School – preferred but not required
Minimum 3-5 years of experience in areas of ministry or similar to those above
Experience in church with membership of 500 and above
Computer skill – working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Internet Technologies including Social Media
Alignment with our tenets of faith - https://www.newhopenaples.com/... (https://www.newhopenaples.com/what-we-believe/)
COMPETENCIES
Strong organizational, leadership and people skills
Integrity of character based on Biblical principles
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
High safety and risk management proficiency
Ability to work well with diverse staff and volunteers
Ability to build teams and develop engaging environments
