TITLE: Audio Engineer
CAMPUS: Central
STAFF LEVEL: Level 2
STATUS: Full Time
CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt
REPORTS TO: Production Director
PAY RANGE: $26.00 - $29.00/hour
Summary/Objective
The audio engineer is responsible for recording, creating, enhancing, and editing sound for weekend gatherings, large group meetings, and special events.
Supervisory Responsibility
This role does not have a supervisory component.
Responsibilities
- Executes sound for all Central Campus Gatherings, LCA chapels and events, large meetings, and special events. This includes mixing and regulating sound inputs and feeds.
- Fixing and enhancing sound at live events.
- Communicate with other staff members to ensure deadlines are met and projects are completed to specifications.
- Testing and troubleshooting equipment regularly. Replace any faulty components.
- Notifies supervisor when major equipment repairs are needed.
- Sets up and tears down all equipment for weekend gatherings and events, safely and timely.
- Attends planning meetings and rehearsals.
- Other reasonable duties as requested and assigned.
Character/Role Competencies
- All Level 1 competencies plus:
- Demonstrates ethical practice, professionalism, and confidentiality.
- Comfortable with public speaking, teaching, and praying in ministry settings.
- Models a growing walk with Jesus and alignment with Life Center’s mission and theology.
- Faithfully supports Life Center with time, talent, and treasure.
- Supervises volunteers or small teams effectively.
- Adapts to change with flexibility and composure.
- Lifelong learner; seeks professional and spiritual development.
- Proficient in ministry systems and digital tools (CCB, LEADR, PCO, HRIS, Microsoft 365, etc.) to coordinate and track outcomes.
- Embody the staff attributes as listed in the Little Book of Life Center.
Ability to use various models of sound equipment.
Basic knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Discerning ear; superb ear for sound.
Practical knowledge of theatre operations.
Ability to use specialized programs and equipment in AV presentations.
Compliant with Life Center’s Policies and Practices, including but not limited to Employee Handbook and Safety Manual.
Education, Experience, Certifications and Licensure
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Certificate in audio technology or similar recommended.
- Practical experience with sound equipment.
- 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.
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. 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.
