Livestream Producer

United Parish in Brookline; Brookline (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

The United Parish in Brookline seeks a part-time Media Producer to run Sunday livestreams, oversee in-person audio-visual quality, and maintain church A/V systems.

You will recruit volunteers, coordinate with worship planning and communications teams, and ensure a top-notch user experience for worshipers.

This role requires 3–5 years of A/V experience, proficiency with Premiere Pro, and the ability to work Sundays and occasional events.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience working with audio/visual equipment, software and livestreaming; worship media production experience preferred.
• Proficiency in video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro).
• Strong technical skills in audio, video, and lighting systems.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• CORI clearance is a pre-condition to employment.
• Proof of vaccination per United Parish policies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee worship service livestream on YouTube; edit video for redistribution and social media.
• Maintain high-quality in-person sound and livestream audio/visual quality.
• Coordinate with worship team and staff; lead soundcheck process and weekly reports.
• Lead equipment maintenance and replacements; source necessary tools.
• Stay current on new media technologies to enhance the media program.
• Inventory and organize A/V and livestream gear; keep worship space safe and clutter-free.
• Recruit and collaborate with Media Advisory Team to maintain production quality and progress toward goals.
• Define and adhere to annual equipment budget with church leadership.

Skills

Livestreaming

Video editing

Audio/visual setup

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Final Cut Pro

OBS Studio

Job description

The United Parish in Brookline—a vibrant, fully intergenerational, interdenominational, progressive Protestant congregation in Coolidge Corner—seeks a Media Producer to produce and manage live-streaming of our Sunday morning worship services, coordinate the overall quality of our in-person audio-visual experience, and ensure care and maintenance of our A/V system.

We seek applicants who are self-starters, responsible, work collaboratively, troubleshoot proactively and prioritize the end-user (worshiper) experience.

Pay Rate

$25/hour. Special event opportunities available at $30/hour.

Work Schedule

Part-time (5-8 hours/week). Must be able to work Sundays.

Job Summary

The Media Producer oversees creation and management of visual and audio content to support the United Parish’s mission and communication efforts. This includes livestreaming worship, video production, recruiting and managing volunteers, and ensuring high-quality media for worship services, other events, and online content as needed. The Media Producer works closely with the worship planning team, the Parish Administrator and communications team, the Building Manager and Head Custodian and other church leaders to align media with the church's vision and values.

Essential Functions

Oversee and produce the worship service livestream feed on YouTube; edit the resulting video feed in a timely manner for redistribution and promotion on social media platforms including, but not limited to, Facebook, Instagram, etc...

Oversee, troubleshoot and maintain high quality in-person sound throughout the worship service, as well as high-quality visual and audio for the livestream and archived videos.

Communicate clearly and regularly with the worship team and administrative staff about the audio and visual needs for each week’s worship service; lead a consistent and efficient soundcheck process for each worship service, and provide weekly reports on both online and in-person worship experiences.

Provide consistent communication around any necessary troubleshooting and diagnostics or audio-visual improvements; take the lead in resourcing and scheduling any approved equipment maintenance, repair, and/or replacement.

Stay current on the development of new media technologies and systems so that they may be incorporated effectively United Parish’s media program

Inventory, organize, and maintain all audio-visual and livestreaming equipment, in order to maintain a safe and clutter-free environment in the worship space.

Recruit and collaborate with members of the Media Advisory Team to ensure continued production quality and maintain progress toward long-range media/production goals.

In collaboration with the Treasurer and church leadership, define, propose, and adhere to an annual equipment budget.

Other Responsibilities

Act as Media Producer for non-church events in the building, in collaboration with the Building Manager and Parish Administrator and in communication with the Senior Pastor.

Minimum Qualifications

3-5 years of experience working with audio/visual equipment, software and livestreaming; experience with worship media production is preferred.

Proficiency in video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro).

Strong technical skills in audio, video, and lighting systems.

Commitment to the church's mission and vision.

Understanding of social media platforms and digital marketing strategies.

Fluent in written and spoken English

A successful CORI clearance is a pre-condition to employment.

Must demonstrate proof of vaccination in accordance with policies and procedures established by United Parish.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

Work is performed primarily in the interior of the church building, and occasionally outside for certain events.

Must be able to lift and carry audio and visual equipment, unassisted.

Must be able to walk up and down a flight of stairs.

Core Competencies

Aesthetic and Process Awareness: attention to a high-quality visual and audio experience for both in-person and online worshipers. Ensure that all cables and gear are set up in a timely way and in a way that enhances the worshipers’ experience of worship and overall physical safety; takes care of timely and safe, secure take-down and storage of all equipment. Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of space; appreciates the value of and need for sacred space and knows how to physically tend to it.

Time Management and Initiative: Can appropriately balance priorities; uses time effectively and efficiently; values time and respects the time of others; concentrates their efforts on the most important priorities; is action oriented and energetic; is able to anticipate and respond to the needs of the worship team and worshipers; seizes opportunities to be helpful.

Team Orientation: demonstrates interest, skill, and success in team environments; promotes group goals ahead of personal agendas; steps up to offer self as a resource to worship and administrative staff and volunteers; understands and supports the importance of teamwork; shares credit for success with others; takes responsibility for one’s own part in team failures.

Communication: keeps regular, clear communication with the worship planning team about livestream content, and with the Parish Administrator, Building Manager, and Head Custodian, regarding all media production, set-up, and breakdown.