Technical Production Specialist

Riverbend-Church; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Riverbend Church in Austin, TX is seeking a Technical Production Specialist to join our production team and ensure smooth audio, video, lighting, and livestream support for Sunday services and special events. The role involves operating production equipment, training and leading volunteers, coordinating with vendors, and maintaining gear, all in alignment with our welcoming church environment.

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree preferred, 2+ years of production experience, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2+ years of production experience.
• Proficiency with basic production tech: sound, lighting, video projections, and theatrical equipment.
• Familiarity with social media platforms: YouTube, Facebook, Vimeo.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work independently.
• Demonstrates professionalism, discretion, and service orientation.
• May coach and lead staff/volunteers; flexible hours (nights/weekends).

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate sound systems, lighting, video projection, and rigging at Riverbend Centre events and church services.
• Support church services with sound/light/video and livestream for various events.
• Recruit and coach volunteers and staff for production teams.
• Assist in multiple roles: sound, lighting, video technician, stage manager, rigger, and house host.
• Maintain and restock production inventory and equipment.
• Assist with basic system updates and equipment choices.
• Ensure excellent service for congregants, guests, and staff.
• Support campus processes and events as requested.

Skills

production experience

lead volunteers

organizational skills

professionalism

flexible hours

Education

Bachelor’s Degree Preferred

Tools

Email

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Databases

Presentations

Social media platforms (YouTube/Facebook/Vimeo)

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION TITLE: TECHNICAL PRODUCTION SPECIALIST

Reporting to: Director of Campus Production

FLSA:Non-Exempt (Paid hourly)

Riverbend Vision Statement: “We envision a welcoming community, in service to others, compelled by God’s grace.”______________________________________________________________________________

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disability Act, may include the characteristic duties, knowledge, skills and abilities noted herein, however, this list represents EXAMPLES ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.

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Purpose:

The Technical Production Specialist will work as part of our technical production team to ensure a professional and positive Sunday morning and weekday experience for Riverbend Church as well as for various special events for Riverbend Centre and Riverbend Centre for the Arts. This technician will assist in operating production-related equipment that meets and exceeds the needs of the users (i.e. Audio, Visual, Lighting, Camera recordings and broadcasts, props and musical equipment staged appropriately) as well as assisting in training and leading teams of volunteers and contractor technicians. All work is to be done in alignment with our vision as a church to foster a welcoming and engaging environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical knowledge at all Riverbend Centre and Centre for the Arts events taking place in any area of the Riverbend campus and its departments to include set up and operation of sound systems, lighting systems, video projection equipment, rigging systems, move and arranging furniture, choir risers, sets, and other related equipment.
• Provide support duties for Riverbend Church services taking place in any area of the Riverbend campus and its departments to include set up and operation of sound systems, lighting systems, video projection equipment, rigging systems, move and arranging furniture, choir risers, sets, and other related equipment including, but not limited to, Sunday mornings, community groups, mid-week services, memorials, funerals, weddings, etc..
• Assist in recruiting and coaching volunteers and other staff to facilitate the sound/light/video/livestream for events
• Assist in a variety of roles to include sound, lighting, video technician, stage manager, stagehand, rigger, building host, and others.
• Assist with maintaining and restocking production inventory and equipment.
• Assist in basic system updates and equipment selections.
• Assist in the maintenance and care of the facility and its equipment, including working with vendors when necessary.
• Provide the best possible service to congregants, guests, and staff of Riverbend to help them present the best possible event/performance.
• Support social media and database processes at Riverbend
• Aid campus/departments as requested.

Qualification Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree Preferred
• 2+ years of production experience
• Demonstrated experience and proficiency with:
  • basic production technology equipment and software including sound, lighting, video projections, and theatrical equipment.
  • operating standard computer software applications including but not limited to E-mail, Word Processing, Spreadsheets, databases, and presentations
  • familiarity with social media platforms: YouTube, Facebook, Vimeo, etc.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work responsibilities, work independently, be self-motivated and comfortable working alone
• Communications:
  • Demonstrated discernment in confidential and sensitive matters
  • Demonstrate professionalism, discretion, and a service orientation in all interactions
• Supervisory Skills:
  • May serve as coach, lead to direct and indirect staff and volunteers with clarifying effective directions, mentorship, communications and feedback to help them learn and grow in their skills, knowledge and abilities.
• Work flexible hours to include nights and weekends

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Ability to lift objects that weigh up to 50lbs. If greater than 50 lbs. requires mechanical assistance or multiple people.
• Ability to frequently stand , walk, reach, climb ladders, bend and upon occasion crawl to reach lower or floor level equipment, plugs, etc.
• Skill in problem solving techniques, maintaining professional demeanor while working under emotional strees and with frequent interruptions.

Faith Journey Requirements:

• A vibrant, mature, and growing walk with Jesus Christ
• Unreserved agreement with the Riverbend Church doctrinal statement, Values, Vision and willing to become a Riverbend member.
• Ability to work with the Ministers and Staff to execute the technology strategy of Riverbend’s vision.
• Model servant leadership and exhibit a helpful, grace-filled demeanor

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.