Technical Artist

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Purpose:
The Technical Artist will help fulfill the Great Commission and the vision of Golden Hills Community Church by using his or her technical and creative abilities to the glory of God as a member of the Creative Arts Department. This position will require approximately hours per week.

Leadership Role:
The Technical Artist will empower, train, and encourage tech team members who show an aptitude and willingness for leadership and growth in Christian service.

Responsibilities:

The essential functions include but are not limited to the following:

1. Leadership Development
a. Engages in cooperative partnerships with other departments and staff to accomplish objectives.
b. Proves to be a resourceful problem solver who exercises sound judgment.
c. Views his/her work through the gospel lens, seeing it as an important part of carrying out the church’s theological vision for ministry.
d. Possesses a responsibility for ministry expressed by a “first in, last out” mentality.
e. Takes the initiative and demonstrates innovation and creativity in completing tasks.

2. Ministry Development
a. Provide training for the Creative Arts volunteer team across all age groups who will assist in audio-visual functions
b. Assist in developing annual measurable goals for the ministry alongside the Director of Creative Arts.

3. Ministry Programs
a. Manage and coordinate the audio-visual needs for all GHCC events
b. Maintain responsibility for the purchase, replacement, repair, installation, and utilization of audio-visual equipment
c. Support other members of the Creative Arts teams in these areas:
i. creating slides and graphics for Sunday worship, conferences, and other events
ii. staging design and lighting for all large meeting areas
iii. creating videos for various events, promotions, training, etc.
iv. content creation for social media, website, app
v. live streaming when applicable
vi. recruitment, training, and scheduling of team members
d. Collaborate with other ministry departments regarding audio-visual needs for baptisms, weddings, funerals/memorials, and other special events
e. The Technical Artist shall be responsible for any other duties assigned by a supervisor.

Reporting:
The Technical Artist shall report directly to the Director of Creative Arts.

What the Technical Artist must bring:

Personal Characteristics
a. Be creative, try new things
b. Give attention to the details; proofread, test things
c. Work proactively, not reactively; take the initiative, meet deadlines
d. Strive for excellence, beauty, and artistic appeal
e. Be a team player

Education, Experience, and Skills
a. Education and/or experience (Must have one or more of the following)
i. Associate degree (A.A. or A.S.) Preferred.
ii. 1-3 years of related experience and/or training preferred.
iii. Equivalent combination of education and experience.
b. Must have a teachable spirit and a willingness to grow as a Christian and technical artist.
c. Must have an enthusiasm for ministry and a desire to lead people.
d. Ability to read, analyze and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals.
e. Ability to write reports and correspondence.
f. Ability to speak effectively before groups of volunteers.
g. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
h. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
i. Must be confident in using the following programs and operating systems:
i. ProPresenter 7
ii. Planning Center Online
iii. Dante
iv. Ableton Live, Logic Pro or equivalent
v. Final Cut Pro or equivalent
vi. Mac OS
vii. iPad OS

Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, and handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.

Conclusion:
All ministry personnel of Golden Hills Community Church are called to live their lives individually, familially, and ecclesiastically in a manner that glorifies Christ and is pleasing to God.