Sound Tech Engineer

Encounter Church Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Encounter Church Atlanta seeks a skilled Sound Tech Engineer to deliver professional audio for Sunday worship and events as an independent contractor. You will manage FOH mixes, IEM/monitor levels, and coordinate with the media team to ensure high-quality sound.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in live sound, proficiency with digital consoles, and alignment with church values. This role requires project-based work, with scheduling around services and rehearsals.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of live sound experience in church, event, or venue setting.
• Proficiency with digital mixing consoles (Behringer X32/M32, Yamaha CL/QL, Allen & Heath).
• Working knowledge of gain structure, EQ, compression, and effects in a live environment.
• Strong critical listening skills, especially in worship music context.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to scheduled services and rehearsals.
• Alignment with Encounter Church's faith values and ministry culture.

Responsibilities

• Operate FOH audio system during live worship services and events.
• Manage in-ear monitor and stage monitor mixes for worship team and speakers.
• Conduct pre-service soundchecks and coordinate audio needs with worship leads.
• Set up and break down audio equipment per service schedules.
• Route and support livestream/broadcast audio with the media team.
• Troubleshoot audio issues discreetly during live services.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the tech booth and stage.
• Communicate with worship and production leadership on technical needs.

Skills

Critical listening

Live sound experience

FOH operation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Audio Engineering or Music Production

Tools

Behringer X32/M32

Yamaha CL/QL

Allen & Heath

Dante/AVB networking

ProPresenter

Reaper (DAW)

Job description

Sound Tech Engineer

Classification: Independent Contractor (1099)

Location: Atlanta, GA

Compensation: Project-based / Per service

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Audio Engineering or Music Production preferred

Position Overview

Encounter Church Atlanta is seeking a skilled Sound Tech Engineer to provide professional audio services for Sunday worship services, special events, and ministry gatherings. This is an independent contractor position compensated on a project/per-service basis. The ideal candidate brings technical excellence and a heart for ministry, understanding that quality sound is a form of service to God and congregation alike.

Responsibilities

• Operate front-of-house (FOH) audio system during live worship services and events
• Manage in-ear monitor (IEM) and stage monitor mixes for worship team and speakers
• Conduct pre-service soundchecks and coordinate audio needs with worship team leads
• Set up and break down audio equipment in accordance with service schedules
• Route and support livestream/broadcast audio in coordination with the media team
• Troubleshoot audio issues efficiently and discreetly during live services
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the tech booth and stage
• Communicate proactively with worship and production leadership on technical needs

Qualifications

Required

• 4+ years of demonstrated experience operating live sound in a church, event, or venue setting
• Proficiency with digital mixing consoles (e.g., Behringer X32/M32, Yamaha CL/QL, Allen & Heath)
• Working knowledge of gain structure, EQ, compression, and effects in a live environment
• Strong critical listening skills, particularly in a worship music context
• Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to scheduled services and rehearsals
• Alignment with Encounter Church's faith values and ministry culture

Preferred

• Bachelor's Degree in Audio Engineering, Music Production, or a related field
• Studio production and music recording experience, including session tracking, mixing in a DAW environment, and signal chain management
• Keyboard proficiency and working knowledge of MIDI, virtual instruments, or keys-based worship production
• Familiarity with Dante/AVB audio networking or digital stage boxes
• Experience with ProPresenter, Reaper, or live broadcast/streaming audio
• Background in worship production or professional AV environments
• Ability to read chord charts or basic musical notation

Contractor Terms

• This is a 1099 independent contractor engagement; no benefits are provided
• Compensation is negotiated per service or project; invoicing is contractor’s responsibility
• Contractor is responsible for their own tax withholding and self-employment taxes
• Engagement is at-will and may be structured as ongoing or event-specific

Typical Service Commitment

• Sunday services (11:00 AM) — arrive approximately 3 to 4 hours prior to service start
• Midweek rehearsals (Thursdays at 8:00 PM) as scheduled with the worship leader and team
• Special services: conferences, revivals, holiday services, and community events