Production Manager

WAVA 105.1 AM/FM Salem Communications; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading communications company in Annapolis seeks a Production Team Manager to oversee technical productions for worship gatherings. The role involves managing a team, executing strategies for media and content, and ensuring high-quality production standards during events. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership, technical abilities, and a passion for integrating worship philosophy into media.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in technical production and team management.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Competency in relevant technical tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and execute strategies for the Production Team.
• Champion weekly tech operations for Sunday Gatherings.
• Manage the production team supporting music ministry.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Pressure Management

Tools

ProPresenter

Live Streaming Platforms

Audio/Musical 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 by coordinating with team and staff to ensure all tech-related items such as slides, announcements, video clips, and visual aids are prepared for each Sunday Gathering.
• Work under the care of the Worship Director to build, manage, and maintain the production team supporting the music ministry and gatherings at DH.
• Ensure the production team operates sustainably, with community growth, quality improvement, and consistency during gatherings.
• Equip and empower volunteers for each production role, including sound, slide creation and operation, and live streaming.
• Proactively communicate concerns, issues, or unexpected events that could impact gatherings or rehearsals to relevant teams and supervisors.
• Engage with the Gathering Coordinator, Connecting Coordinator, and Worship Director to build a volunteer pool.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in technical production and team management.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Competency in ProPresenter, live streaming platforms, sound/audio, stage management, and computer skills.
• Knowledge and experience in mixing sound and audio/musical equipment.
• Ability to collaborate with teams and volunteers.
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize tasks.
• 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.