POSITION OVERVIEW

The First Baptist Church of Glenarden Productions Department is seeking a full-time Audio-Visual Technician to join our team to help with the set up and operation of basic/small-scale audiovisual systems, while ensuring complete customer satisfaction. The Productions Department is part of the Church Business Operations and provides full-service audio/video production and live streaming, creative services, and AV technical support. We work with church ministry, business, and external clients in a dynamic event-driven Christian environment. This position reports to the Production Supervisor. Secondary accountability will be to the other management team members, employees, and ministry customers of the Church.

RESPONSIBILITIES

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  Serve as a member of the Production Team, responsible for handling basic sound, video & lighting technical needs as requested, primarily at Ministry Center.
• Collaborate with ministry/clients to provide in-house guidance and services regarding equipment operation during special services, performances, and rehearsals.
• Ensure all systems sound, video, and lighting function smoothly during services, events & performances.
• Ensure the sound, video & lighting volunteer teams and technical contractors respect standards and regulations regarding the safety of all equipment.
• Inspect and maintain all Production equipment and keep good maintenance records.
• Use the tools and procedures provided by the Production management team to manage inventory and equipment.
• Provide support, assistance, and training to our volunteer team members.
• Coordinate with MASS, Events, and IT Departments to provide AV technical support and setup related to Hybrid classroom troubleshooting.
• Other job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be saved, have a servant’s heart, and be a member, in good standing or willing to become a member in good standing of FBCG.
• Must be able to submit to authorities as defined by the Pastor.
• Must possess a gracious, Christ-like demeanor in demanding situations.
• Must have an understanding and appreciation for the ministry and the mission of FBCG.
• Must pass a hands-on skills test on-site.
• Knowledge of all aspects relating to audio, video and lighting setups for all services, events & performances communications during load-in, performances, and load-out.
• Knowledge of all sound, video and lighting positions in the Production department and ability to operate or perform all duties at each position
• Must have the ability to pay attention to detail and have strong interpersonal skills to handle clients, employees, and interdepartmental relationships.
• Must be computer literate in both OS platforms Apple Mac and Microsoft, and possess the ability to learn new software quickly.
• Must be able to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time, bend from the waist, reach overhead, twist, kneel, stoop, and lift up to 50 lbs. without restriction.
• Must be able to maintain physical stamina and proper mental attitude while working under pressure.
• Strong understanding of safe working loads, safety factors and rigging principles.
• Must be able to speak fluent English. Ability to communicate both orally and written is essential.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, think quickly on your feet, be a problem solver, and work independently
• Must be able to take initiative to address technical concerns without being asked
• Must be punctual. Most of our events and/or task are time sensitive and time driven.
• Must be available for all shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Must be willing to work additional hours beyond scheduled shift with little or no notice as needed.

What’s in it for you (Benefits & Perks)

FBCG and SMI offer a competitive package that includes medical, dental, vison, paid time off, 403b with employer-paid group life insurance. All benefits are based on full-time or part-time work status.

• Affordable medical, dental & vision coverage - large portion paid by employer!
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability – Paid by employer!
• Employer paid group life & AD&D insurance
• Vacation, Sick or PTO and holidays
• 403b with employer contribution
• 3-days of yearly employer-paid staff retreat
• Paid Birthday Day Off to celebrate you
• 2 weeks - Paid parental leave including adoption
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Education reimbursement
• Employee rewards program