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Open Positions

Technical Worship Director

Position Summary: The Church Technical Worship Director will oversee and manage all technical aspects of the worship services, ensuring seamless execution of sound, lighting, and visual elements during worship services and events. This part-time role (15 hours per week) is integral to enhancing the worship experience and creating an atmosphere that allows the congregation to engage fully. The position requires a combination of technical expertise, creativity, and a passion for supporting the worship team in ministry.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Audio-Visual Setup & Management
o Oversee operation of and maintain sound and video equipment during worship services, including mixers, microphones, speakers, and projectors/screens.
o Ensure all technical systems are in working order before each service and event.
o Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during worship services in real-time to avoid disruptions.
2. Worship Service Support
o Collaborate with the Worship Director and team to design and implement technical elements that align with the worship experience (e.g., sound, lighting, media).
o Coordinate and schedule technical volunteers for worship services and special events.
3. Technical Equipment Maintenance
o Perform regular checks and basic maintenance on audio, video, and lighting equipment.
o Report and arrange for any required repairs or upgrades of equipment.
o Keep an inventory of technical equipment, ensuring that all necessary items are available and in good working condition.
4. Training & Team Development
o Provide training and guidance to volunteers operating sound, lighting, and video equipment.
o Foster a team-oriented environment for volunteers, providing opportunities for growth and learning.
o Lead occasional technical rehearsals to ensure smooth integration of all elements during services.
5. Event Support & Special Services
o Assist with the technical setup and operation for special church events, such as church programming events as needed, holidays, memorial, or weddings, as needed.
o Manage audio/visual for any live-streaming of worship services or events.

Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of audio, video, and lighting systems (e.g., digital mixers, projectors, stage lighting, cameras).
• Experience in a worship or church setting preferred.
• Technical troubleshooting skills and the ability to think on your feet.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to coordinate with different teams (worship, staff, volunteers).
• Flexible schedule to accommodate rehearsals, services, and events.

Work Schedule:

• This is a part-time position requiring ~15 hours per week, with the flexibility to accommodate service times, rehearsals, programs, and events.
• Weekly hours may vary, but will typically consist of a combination of pre-service preparation, service time, and occasional additional support for events or rehearsals.

Compensation:

• Competitive hourly pay, commensurate with experience.

This role is vital to creating a seamless and impactful worship experience, and the ideal candidate will have a heart for ministry and a passion for using their technical skills to serve the church community.

How to Apply:

Interested? Email Chris Griggs at cgriggs@firstpresge.org

Worship Ministry Intern

DEPARTMENT: Worship Ministries
SUPERVISOR: Lily Serfass (Modern Worship Director)
FULL/PART TIME: Part-time; approximately 10 hours per

Purpose of the Worship Ministry Intern Position

  • Help facilitate transformational online/hybrid/gathered worship environments for the community of First Pres, friends of First Pres and visitors to First Pres.
  • Equip worship team members to be lifelong disciples of Jesus Christ who participate in Christ’s mission in Glen Ellyn, surrounding communities, and the world, promising to seek the fellowship of the church wherever they reside.
  • Thoughtfully and creatively balanced ministry to the “nones,” “dones,” and “wons.” (i.e.: non-Christians, the disaffected Christians, and intentional Christians).

Specifics of the Worship Ministry Intern Position

  • Worship leadership on and off platform, engage worship participants where they’re at in their spiritual and personal development.
  • Partner with worship staff in all aspects of the worship ministry, seeking to nurture a magnetically Christ-like atmosphere in which every worship participant feels compelled engage with their entire selves.
  • Cultivate adaptability and leadership skills through exposure to Classic, Modern and A/V ministries.
  • Attend trips, retreats, and special events as requested

Ultimate Destinations

Worship Team Members are Equipped

  • Worship team members can articulate what it means to have faith in Jesus Christ and live lives transformed by having faith in him.
  • Worship team members understand what it means to have a rich personal spiritual life and the importance of cultivating spirituality within community.
  • Worship team members’ worldviews are expanded beyond affluent suburban culture via participation in ministry and mission.
  • Worship team members are sharing the good news of Jesus Christ with their friends.
  • Worship team members’ participation will increase within the ministry teams.

Partnership with the Worship Ministry Leadership Team

  • The Intern is an effective collaborator with the Pastors and Worship Ministry team.
  • The Intern actively contributes ideas on how to innovate intergenerational ministry in a 21st century world in ways that benefits and engages the First Pres community.

Who We Are

First Presbyterian Church of Glen Ellyn has a rich history of engaging in both local and international mission and justice ministries. There is a long history of equipping people for a life-long journey of discipleship through participation in Bible study, small groups, and mission. We are a growing PC(USA) congregation with an emphasis on both discipleship and outreach, and are looking for someone to minister to youth through the same lens. Having wrestled through issues at both the denominational and congregational level, First Pres is a church that has remained a family-centered on Jesus Christ. We are a church that desires to see individuals of all ages serve alongside one another in what God is already doing in our church, community, and beyond.

Who The Intern Needs To Be

The Worship Ministry Intern needs to be someone with a deep and growing faith in Jesus Christ, who possesses a high view of Scripture, and who is intentional with personal prayer and Bible study. Gifted at music or other art forms, the Worship Ministry Intern is also emotionally mature and has healthy boundaries with the people to whom she/he ministers. This intern understands relational ministry, easily connects with people, and has an understanding of current cultural trends. He or she knows and humbly accepts his/her “growing edges.”

Qualifications

  • At least one year of college education preferred.
  • At least six months of relevant experience in worship arts ministry.
  • A proven interest in ministering to a local church through worship ministry.

Compensation

Interns are paid at a rate of $14/hour

How to Apply:

Interested? Contact Lily Serfass at lserfass@firstpresge.org.