Technical Production Specialist
About The Position
The Technical Production Specialist works as part of Riverbend’s technical production team to provide a professional and positive Sunday morning and weekday experience for Riverbend Church, Riverbend Centre, and Riverbend Centre for the Arts events. The role assists with operating production equipment and preparing audio, visual, lighting, camera recording and broadcast, props, and musical equipment to meet event users’ needs. It also supports the training and leadership of volunteers and contractor technicians, with work aligned to the church’s vision of fostering a welcoming and engaging environment. The role provides technical support across campus events and church services, assists with production equipment and facility upkeep, and offers service to congregants, guests, and staff. The position may involve coaching staff and volunteers, supporting social media and database processes, and assisting campus departments as requested.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of production experience.
- Demonstrated experience and proficiency with basic production technology equipment and software, including sound, lighting, video projection, and theatrical equipment.
- Experience operating standard computer applications, including email, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations.
- Familiarity with social media platforms such as YouTube, Facebook, and Vimeo.
- Ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities, work independently, be self-motivated, and work comfortably alone.
- Discernment in confidential and sensitive matters, with professionalism, discretion, and a service orientation in interactions.
- Ability to coach and lead staff and volunteers through clear directions, mentorship, communication, and feedback.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.
- Ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds; heavier objects require mechanical assistance or multiple people.
- Ability to frequently stand, walk, reach, climb ladders, and bend, and occasionally crawl to reach low or floor-level equipment and plugs.
- Problem-solving skills and ability to maintain a professional demeanor under emotional stress and frequent interruptions.
- A vibrant, mature, and growing walk with Jesus Christ.
- Unreserved agreement with Riverbend Church’s doctrinal statement, Values, and Vision, and willingness to become a Riverbend member.
- Ability to work with ministers and staff to execute Riverbend’s technology strategy.
- Ability to model servant leadership and exhibit a helpful, grace-filled demeanor.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical knowledge at Riverbend Centre and Centre for the Arts events across the campus, including setup and operation of sound, lighting, video projection, and rigging systems, and moving or arranging furniture, choir risers, sets, and related equipment.
- Support Riverbend Church services across campus, including Sunday mornings, community groups, mid-week services, memorials, funerals, and weddings, through production setup and operation.
- Assist in recruiting and coaching volunteers and staff to support sound, lighting, video, and livestream production for events.
- Assist in roles such as sound technician, lighting technician, video technician, stage manager, stagehand, rigger, and building host.
- Help maintain and restock production inventory and equipment.
- Assist with basic system updates and equipment selections.
- Assist with facility and equipment maintenance and care, including working with vendors when necessary.
- Provide service to congregants, guests, and Riverbend staff to help them present events and performances.
- Support Riverbend social media and database processes.
- Assist campus departments as requested.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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