Part Time Audio & Livestream Technician - St. Joseph Catholic Church - Libertyville - Vic. I
The Archdiocese of Chicago, the third largest in the United States, serves more than 2.2 million Catholics in 216 parishes in Cook County and Lake County, a geographic area of 1,411 square miles. The Archdiocese, pastored by Cardinal Blase J. Cupich, has more than 13,000 employees in its systems and ministries, including Catholic Chari es, the region's largest nonprofit social service agency. The Archdiocese also has one of the country's largest seminaries. The Archdiocese's 150+ elementary and secondary schools comprise one of the largest U.S. private school systems. Its schools have received 96 U.S. Department of Educa on Blue Ribbon Awards.
Description:
St. Joseph Catholic Church is seeking an experienced, dependable, and service-oriented Audio & Livestream Technician to support our Music Ministry and weekend liturgies.
This position combines technical expertise with an opportunity for ministry. The
technician will play an important role in creating an excellent worship experience for parishioners attending Mass in person and those participating remotely through our livestream.
In addition to overseeing weekly audio and livestream operations, this individual will help establish and grow a volunteer technical ministry by engaging, training, and mentoring high school and college students interested in using their technical skills in service to the parish.
General Responsibilities:
Live Sound & Audio Management
- Provide audio support for all scheduled weekend Masses.
- Set up, test, and manage microphones for clergy, lectors, cantors, musicians, and other liturgical participants.
- Operate the parish mixing console, ensuring clear sound, appropriate volume, and a balanced mix of music and spoken word.
- Monitor and adjust sound levels throughout each Mass.
- Troubleshoot microphone, sound system, and other audio issues as they arise.
Livestream Audio & Production
- Manage and monitor the audio feed for the parish livestream during weekend Masses.
- Ensure clear, consistent audio for remote participants, including a properly balanced mix of music and spoken word.
- Understand and manage the differences between the in-church sound mix and the livestream mix.
- Coordinate with video and livestream volunteers to ensure a reliable, high-quality broadcast.
Volunteer Team Development
- Help establish and grow a volunteer audio and livestream ministry.
- Recruit, train, and mentor high school and college students interested in audio, music, and technology.
- Develop simple training materials and operating procedures.
- Gradually delegate appropriate technical responsibilities to trained volunteers while maintaining overall sound and production quality.
- Foster an encouraging environment where young people can develop their skills while contributing meaningfully to parish life.
Equipment & Special Events
- Maintain familiarity with the parish's sound equipment, mixing consoles,
microphones, and livestream technology. - Perform routine equipment checks and identify maintenance or upgrade needs.
- Provide technical support for major liturgies and designated parish events, including Christmas, Holy Week, Easter, weddings, and funerals.
- Coordinate technical requirements with the Director of Music Ministry and other parish staff.
Qualifications & Experience
Required:
- Demonstrated experience with live sound mixing and audio production.
- Working knowledge of digital or analog mixing consoles and soundboard
operation. - Experience managing microphones, sound levels, equalization, and audio balance in a live environment.
- Experience with livestream audio production and managing audio feeds for online broadcasts.
- Ability to troubleshoot technical issues calmly and effectively during live events.
- Dependability, strong organizational skills, and availability for scheduled weekend.
Masses
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred
- Experience supporting church services, live music, or other worship environments.
- Familiarity with livestream platforms and audio/video integration.
- Experience training, mentoring, or supervising volunteers.
- An appreciation for Catholic liturgy and the role of music and technology in supporting worship.
Personal Attributes
- Views this position as an opportunity for service and ministry.
- Takes pride in delivering an excellent experience for both in-person and remote worshippers.
- Works collaboratively with clergy, musicians, parish staff, and volunteers.
- Demonstrates initiative, patience, and composure under pressure.
- Enjoys sharing knowledge and developing the skills of others.
Measures of Success
- Consistently clear, balanced, and reliable sound at weekend Masses.
- High-quality livestream audio for remote participants.
- Well-maintained equipment and minimal technical disruptions.
- A growing, trained volunteer team capable of supporting regular Masses and special events.
- A sustainable technical ministry that empowers young people to contribute their talents to the parish.
The Opportunity: This position offers the chance to do more than operate a sound board. It is an opportunity to help build a ministry that brings together music, technology, and service while helping the next generation discover meaningful ways to participate in parish life.
Position Details
Job Type: Part-time, non-exempt
Work Location: On-site
Pay Frequency: Bi-weekly
Schedule: Sunday mornings 8:00am – 12:30pm with additional hours for designated liturgical celebrations and special events.
The Archdiocese of Chicago offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information about our benefit programs is available here.
This position has an hourly range of $25.00 - $28.00. An employee’s pay within the range will be based on many factors including but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and organizational needs.
