Sound Tech Engineer
Encounter Church Atlanta•Doraville, GA
•Onsite
About The Position
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.
Requirements
- 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
Nice To Haves
- 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
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
Benefits
- No benefits are provided as this is a 1099 independent contractor engagement.
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Career Level
Mid Level
