Production Manager

Wavaam; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Production Team Leader to manage technical production for worship gatherings. The role involves overseeing the production team, ensuring quality tech operations, and integrating worship philosophy into media. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills and technical experience in sound and audio equipment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in technical production and team management.
• Strong leadership and communication skills required.
• Ability to work collaboratively under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee strategies for the Production Team for Sunday Gatherings.
• Champion weekly tech operations and manage production team.
• Equip and empower volunteers for production roles.

Skills

Leadership

Technical Production

Communication

Collaboration

Prioritization

Tools

Pro Presenter

Live Streaming Platform

Sound/Audio Equipment

Job description

Downtown Hope
Annapolis, Maryland, United States

Objective: The key objectives of this role are:

• To support the Worship Gathering at Downtown Hope by executing tactical items and technical strategies to create a distraction-free, seamless worship environment at each Sunday Gathering.
• To support the Worship Director and their vision for worship and art at Downtown Hope by integrating the worship philosophy into the expression of the gospel through media and content.
• To build a strong team of production.
• To elevate the level of performance quality in the technical elements of the gathering operation.
• To develop aesthetics for media and online content in line with DH’s expression of art and ethos of the gospel through media and content.

Vision for this Role:

• Present: Management and rebuilding of the tactical and technical production team.
• Short-term Vision: Build a strong and sustainable foundation for the production team.
• Long-term Vision: Cultivate a robust culture of Media/Visual Art Ministry - “visual is everything.”

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and execute strategies for the Production Team, including sound tech, slide, and live streaming for Sunday morning Gatherings.
• Champion the weekly gathering tech operations such as coordinating with team and staff members to ensure all the tech related items such as slides, announcements, video clips and other visual aids needed for each Sunday Gathering.
• Act as a pointed shepherd and leader, working under the care of the Worship Director, to build, manage, and maintain the production team to support the music ministry and gatherings at DH.
• Ensure the production team operates with sustainability, growth as a community, improvement in quality, and consistency in operation and execution during gathering prep and gatherings.
• Equip and empower volunteers for each production role, including sound, slide creation and operation, and live streaming.
• Proactively communicate any concerns, issues, or unexpected events that could negatively impact gatherings, events, or rehearsals to the Gathering/Equipping Team and relevant supervisors.
• Actively engage and interface with the Gathering Coordinator, Connecting Coordinator, and Worship Director to build a pool of volunteers.
• Attend weekly Gathering planning meetings (Mondays from 5:00-5:30 pm) via phone, Zoom, or in person.
• Attend weekly meetings with the direct report to discuss operational items and provide updates on action items.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in technical production and team management.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Competency in Pro Presenter, live streaming platform, sound/audio, stage management, computer skills.
• Knowledge and experience in mixing sound and audio/musical equipment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with various teams and volunteers.
• Ability to work under pressure and stay focused.
• Ability to prioritize.
• Passion for integrating worship philosophy into media and content.

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter detailing their relevant experience and vision for the role.