Audio-Video Technician

Description

Job Summary & Foundational Requirements 

In service of the New Evangelization, the primary focus for this position is to organize and operate audio for all weekend Masses. The successful candidate will have a desire for the audio technical trade, as well as experience with working musicians, all genres of music, and events. We will be looking for a work ethic that is founded on dependability, maturity, and responsibility. One who knows how to show initiative and communicates proficiently through emails, texts, Slack and phone conversations. The person in this position should understand the Mass and all customs, transitions, and behaviors that surround the liturgy. 

Responsibilities: 

Audio Production for Weekend Masses 

• Prepare audio systems to engineer and mix live sound for Sat 5pm Mass & Sun 8am, 10am, 12pm & 5pm Teen Mass 
• Engineer and mix audio for additional Holy Days and special events. (Scheduled with Director of Liturgy) 
• Will arrive 90min prior to Mass starting. “First one in, last one out.” mentality. 
• Audio sound system routine maintenance for sanctuary, social hall and school sound systems. 
• Communicate with Musicians during sound check prior to Mass as to their needs. 
• Communicate with Liturgy prior to Mass for any additional knowledge or changes. 

Video Production for Weekend Masses 

• Video record homilies at every Mass through the Blackmagic ATEM. (Training available) 
• Livestream the Sunday 10am Mass and all additional Masses or events as necessary through OBS. 
• Display Video Announcements on Projector and TV’s prior to Mass. 

General 

• Organize sound hole, keep the Music area organized and all soundboard stations clean. 
• Communicate with Director of Liturgy on issues, improvements or a variety of audio/video concerns. 
• Attend liturgical staff meeting during the week 
• Work with Director of Liturgy on larger projects requiring audio/

Requirements

• Have an appreciation and respect for all genres of music. 
• Have an interest in music and the technical trade associated with audio and video production 
• Be a practicing Catholic in good standing 
• Be self-motivated, imaginative, energetic, reliable 
• Have initiative, creativity, organizational skills, ability to multitask, a desire to meet the needs and be sensitive to the needs of people. 
• Multitask, work independently, with minimal supervision & frequent interruptions. 
• Audio/Video production experience is preferred, further training is available. 
• Know Mac OS (Training is available) 
• Communicate effectively and can respectfully resolve conflict with parishioners & staff members. 
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive/personal information 
• Trained and compliant with our Diocesan Safe Environment policy 
• Work weekends and some weekdays 
• Be able to lift 50 pounds 
• Have reliable personal transportation