Job Descriptions
Tech Team members may include audio, lighting & staging, tape ministry, video/television, and projection/IMAG ministries.
We are drawn together because God had created us to serve others through our interests gifts/talents and understanding of technical gear (also known as tools or toys) and live stage productions. This is not a glamorous task, far from it. This is a "behind the scenes" ministry, which gets noticed only when something goes wrong. Because of that, having a servant’s heart is one of the most important keys to being successful in this ministry. Technical knowledge can be taught. But a working model of the will heart is the result of your yielding to God's desire for you to serve the needs of others.
You guys are important. Not only is your service in the Technical Ministries a tremendous blessing to those on the worship team or of those in leadership, but you are a vital link to the success of each and every worship service at your church. We literally cannot achieve this complex task without you. Remember that we ALL are a team. A team requires each person to do their part, but it also requires us to all work together to get all the work done.
This is a list of jobs that may be available at your facility. Many of these positions / tasks may be combined, such as IMAG Director and Projection Graphics (IMAG) Operator. These jobs / Tasks are not inclusive, nor limited to what is listed here. They are listed in no particular order.
CTH wishes to thank Jeffrey Jones, High Point Media Team, Austin, Texas for these job descriptions. |
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| Audio Playback Operator |
 | Ususally one of the FOH engineers. This person is responsible for playing CDs, accompany tracks, interlude music, etc. May have other FOH duties as well. |
| Monitor Engineer / Technician |
| The Monitor Engineer is responsible for mixing sound for all open stage monitors as well as headphone feeds and in-ear monitors. In most cases, the monitors are mixed from a separate mixing console located just off the main stage area, out of view of the audience. |
| Front of House Engineer / Technician |
| The Front of House (FOH) Engineer is in charge of the house audio team for the service, and generally has the responsibility of making final technical decisions regarding micrhopone choice and placement, monitor speaker placement, and so on. His priority during the service is to mix the sound for the congregation. If there is not a separate Monitor Engineer, the House Engineer(s) are responsible for mixing sound for stage and in-ear monitors as well. The Lead FOH Engineer is responsible for working with the Technical Director (TD) and Worship Pastor/Leader to plan for the audio needs of the service and production, oversee setup, maintenance and operation. |
| Stage Manager |
| The Stage manager is responsible for communicating cues, managing prompting and communications systems both wired and wireless. The Stage Manager is also in a sense a "troublesooter", watching for any problems to arise (e.g., a fallen mic or music stand or stage prop) and solving those problems as quickly and as unobtrusively as possible. The Stage Manager should also be aware of the "look" of the stage, making sure that is is neat, nothing looks bad, distracting or out of place. When a Stage Hand is not available, the Stage Manager should aslo be responsible for moving mic stands for particular parts of the service, checking and replaing batteries, and being aware of, sound, light, and video around them that they can communicate problems to others effectively. |
| Audio Assistant |
| The Audio Assistant's primary role is to support the FOH Engineer. this includes watching the stage for cues that the engineer may miss and protecting the Engineer from booth visitors (answering questions, taking messages from an usher, etc.) they may also need to be available to be the "runner" so the Engineer does not have to leave the booth, cue tapes or CD's for music, catch something on the mixer that the Engineer is too far away to catch quickly (feedback situation), or help submix a section of the imputs. The Audio Assistant should also help monitor the intercom system and help cue the Engineer where appropriate. |
| Audio for Video Engineer |
| The Audio for Video (A4V) Engineer is responsible for the audio mix being used for television, video, CD, tape, or closed-circuit television audience. the have a mixer, ususally in the Tv studio, master control, or control room with all of the inputs or subgroups as the FOH mixing desk and is responsible for creating a balanced mix for television. The A4V Techs are also responsible for any audio from playback VTRs in the control room as well as aking sure that levels from VTR playback are set correct for the FOH techs. |
| Technical / Production Assistant |
| The Technical / Production Assistant is the Technical Directors right hand, especially for larger productions. The TA/PA will be a runner, extra eyes, ears, and hands. Must stick close to the Technical Director and be watching for opportunities to help. |
| IMAG / Projection Graphics Operator |
| The Projection Graphics Operator controls Power Point presentations during the service. Also displays song lyrics during the worship / song service, and displays requested scriptures. Operator may also create the requred slides for the presentation. The Projectionist may also be responsible for al graphic images that appear on the screens. The Projectionist must be aware of the order of the service and at the same time be ready to make changes at a moments notice. |
| IMAG Director |
| Image MAGnification (IMAG) Director controls the switcher for projection, choosing the appropriate camera shots, lyrics, VTR playback and other images to be displayed on the main IMAG screens.The IMAG Director needs to coordinate camera shots with the Technical Director and the IMAG / Projection Operator. The IMAG Director is responsible for coordinating with the Pastoral Staff, Worship Leader, and Technical Directorin planning for the IMAG needs of a service, such as song playlists for lyrics, scripture lists, PowerPoint files, etc. The IMAG Dirctor / Operator may also take calls fro the Nursery and dispaly nursery numbers or other important messages on the screens. The IMAG Director / Operator tasks may also include Playback Operator tasks. |
| Lighting Director |
| The Lighting Director is in charge of the lighting crew. The Lighting Director usually runs the main lighting console. The Lighting Director is responsible for working with the Technical direcotr and planning lighting needs and console programming for any service or production. The Lighting Director oversees the setup, maintainance and testing of the lighting system. Lighting plays an important role in each service; therefore make every attempt to make lighting changes discreetly as possible. Try to have lighting changes, such as before service, service time, and after service settings, be programmed intot he console so that the changes can be faded over time and be very subtle as to not distract the congregants, such as during prayer. |
| Spot Light Operator |
| The Spot Light Operator controls follow spots for special music or drama presentations. They follow cues from the Lighting Director or the Worship Service Director, using the appropriate controls on the light for the desired effect. |
| Worship Service Director |
| The Worship Service Director is in control of the flow of the service and helps call cues and actions for the rest of the team. |
| Technical Director |
| The Technical Director (TD) produces the television or video tape recording of the service. This involves calling camera shots, switching live cameras, directing A4V, Playback, coordinating with IMAG, and working with Lighting techs. The TD may also do some or all of the following TV jobs: shading, switching, IMAG Operator / Director. |
| Shader |
| The Shader works with the TD and controls the camera's iris and pedestal levels, colors and video signals within appropriate levels. |
| Switcher |
| The switcher takes cues from the TD and switches between cameras, graphics and other inputs such as Playback as needed. this taks may also be performed by the Technical Director. |
| Camera Operator |
| The Camera Operators compose the images that are used for video taping and IMAG. Using the camera as their tool and following the cues from the Director or Technical director, they use a steady hand to guide the camera to the picture desired. A steady hand, the ability to react quickly and accurately, smooth zooming, and keeping the subject in focus are required. |
| Camera Assistant |
| In the event of a SteadiCam type device, handheld camera, or jib arm is used, a Camera Assistant helps the Camera Operator as the move the camera about (also know as a Camera Grip). They help move cables remove trip hazards, and watch behind the Camera Operator as they move about and may even help steady the Camera Operator to get a shot. |
| Video Graphics Operator |
| The Video Graphics Operator controls the graphics on live to tape feeds for the video tape ministry or CCTV viewers. Typically this includeds lower one-thirds with names, scripture references, etc. that is not handled by the IMAG / Projection Operator. |
| Tape Ministry |
| The tape ministry is a vital part of getting His Word out. The ministry duplicates and distributes audiotapes, CDs, and DVDs. Audiotapes, CDs and DVDs are recorded by either the FOH Team, or Video Team during the service or special event. |
| Internet Ministry / Team |
| May consist of Web Designers / programmers /developers to produce the Ministries internet presence. This may also include audio and video or the services or special events. |
| Props / Staging Crew / Stage Hands |
| Individuals who help setup staging, risers, assist Floor Manager or FOH Engineers. May help aqcquire or make props, backdrops, or set pieces. |
| Tape Logger |
| The Tape Logger documents on paper or using a software program what is happening furing the service so that segments of videotape can be found quickly. Referencing "Timecode" on the VTRs they also log incidents such as a camera going out of focus or a camera operator losing a shot for later editing. |
| Setup / Strike Crew |
| Non-Technical Crew to help setup and to strike a set, etc. |
| Supplies Coordinator |
| Non-Technical Crew. Checks on consumables so that the proper inventory may be maintained. |
| Tape Librarian |
| Non-Technical Crew. May be part of the Tape Ministry. Helps maintain tape library. Whether it be an audio tape archive or CD / DVD archive. |
Quick Refernce
Audio Playback Operator