Summary:

The Audio and Production Assistant at First Baptist Church is a full-time position responsible for all audio and technical aspects of the church worship services and special events. They will also ensure worship services and special events operate efficiently and effectively to amplify the Gospel at First Baptist Church. This individual will be highly motivated, willing to learn, and work well in collaboration with ministerial staff and the congregation. The Audio and Production Assistant is responsible to the Senior Pastor and Broadcast Director in collaboration with the Minister of Music. Resumes can be submitted to Pastor Mark Bethea (mbethea@montgomeryfbc.org).

I. Congregational and Staff Responsibilities:

A. Exhibit care and concern for all ministries and programs of First Baptist Church, Montgomery.

B. Coordinate actions with other ministers and office staff as appropriate and as a cooperative and encouraging teammate.

C. Love the Lord, love His people, and work accordingly! 

II. Primary Responsibilities:

A. Primary audio operator for worship services and other events in the Main Sanctuary, Fellowship Hall, and Stakely Sanctuary.

B. Assist other ministries in audio needs for events and weekly programming.

C. Responsible for all set-up and takedown of audio equipment for Sunday worship and other events.

D. Oversee the lay audio operation team for all church events. Provide ongoing training and encouragement for lay audio and broadcast team members.

E. Regularly check all equipment including weekly troubleshooting of any problem areas.

F. Load ProPresenter with appropriate slides, videos, lyrics, and graphics for services and events. Coordinate with other ministries to ensure accuracy.

G. Load and maintain Planning Center software with the correct lighting cues, sound needs, worship elements, and times to be accurate for planning meetings, broadcast crews, volunteers, and staff.

H. In collaboration with the Minister of Music and Broadcast Director, ensure correct lighting and explore appropriate lighting design for events and services.

I. Be ultimately responsible for any production needs for worship services and special events.

J. Available for weddings, funerals, special events, etc. When it is not possible to be in place, will help coordinate a member of the lay audio operator team to be present and prepared.

K. Assist in production video and audio edits of services as needed.

Other Responsibilities:

A. Model servant leadership and Christ-honoring churchmanship.

B. Attend weekly church staff meetings and other special staff meetings as needed.

C. Perform other duties when requested by the Senior Pastor.

Summary:

The Digital Media Specialist is responsible for capturing and telling the stories of what God is doing at FBC Montgomery. Utilizing best practices and creative mediums, this individual will proactively plan and develop ways to engage with our congregation through digital platforms including social media, videos, podcasts, and photography. This is a full-time position that is responsible to the Communications Director with oversight from the Senior Pastor. Resumes can be submitted to Pastor Mark Bethea (mbethea@montgomeryfbc.org).

I. Congregational and Staff Responsibilities:

A. Exhibit care and concern for all ministries and programs of First Baptist Church, Montgomery.

B. Coordinate actions with other ministers and office staff as appropriate and as a cooperative and encouraging teammate.

C. Love the Lord, love His people, and work accordingly! 

II. Primary Responsibilities:

A. Attend all major church events as primary photographer and videographer. Shoot photos and videos to create social media posts and recap videos of events for church consumption and awareness. As needed, attend weekly events to capture video, photos, and to tell stories.

B. Edit photos and videos for church use on social media or broadcast. Produce videos that are prepared for and to broadcast standards in a timely manner post-event.

C. Manage main church social media accounts utilizing best practices for each platform and continuing to research and learn as trends change.

D. Edit Sunday services for broadcast, website, social media, and podcast distribution in a consistent and timely manner.

E. Build our social media presence by consistently posting and utilizing best practices on each social media platform to maximize engagement.

F. Collaborate with Communications Director on any special needs or emphasis that are occurring in the church to have a consistent marketing plan.

G. Train and aid other staff members in production of videos and media for their different ministry needs.

H. Deploy new mediums for the church to get stories and gospel impact (podcasts, video teaching, studio use, etc…)

I. Be available and trained on all lighting and AV equipment to give feedback and assistance if needed.

J. When requested from the congregation, make available DVDs, CDs, or digital links to videos, services, and events in a timely manner.

Other Responsibilities:

A. Model servant leadership and Christ-honoring churchmanship.

B. Attend weekly church staff meetings and other special staff meetings as needed.

C. Perform other duties when requested by the Senior Pastor and/or Communications Director.