Saltwater Unitarian Universalist Church, a liberal, welcoming congregation in Des Moines, WA is seeking an Audiovisual and Sound Technician to join our collaborative team of staff and volunteers. Our mission is to Practice Love, Foster Connection, Nurture Spiritual Growth, and Act for Justice. The AV/Sound Tech ensures quality sound in-person and on Zoom, displays slides on screen, controls camera angles, and helps make sure the tech that supports our multi-platform Sunday services is running smoothly.
Core Competencies
Experience working with audio equipment, sound board, video cameras, and/or Zoom hosting
Skilled in working with essential computer programs on a PC: Zoom, Google drive, docs, and slides, and email
Responsible, punctual, detail-oriented, organized, and a team player
Good verbal and written communication skills
Aware of and respectful of Unitarian Universalist values. Learn more at https://www.uua.org/beliefs/what-we-believe/principles
Main Duties
During the week (typically Friday):
Coordinate with Director of Faith Formation to ensure story for all ages book is scanned and added to slide deck
Review worship slides, Order of Service (OOS) and service script for clarity, correctness and completeness
Email OOS & Script to worship participants the Friday or Saturday before the service, note any missing or confusing pieces in OOS, Script & slides
Sunday morning:
Print out OOS & Script plus Community Connections on Sunday mornings before service
Set up for Sunday morning worship as part of a two person team, including turning on equipment, setting up microphones, and preparing for worship rehearsal
Participate in rehearsal, including sound checks in-person and online, coordinating with digital usher over zoom, confirming cues for camera, and troubleshooting issues
Partner with another AV Tech to share responsibilities during worship, including sharing and transitioning slides, muting and unmuting mic channels, adjusting camera with remote, and attending to sound and visual needs throughout service
Turn off and store all equipment in secured locations at end of service
Send out weekly tech notes email after service including what went well and what went wrong with the technology aspects of Sunday service
Ongoing/As Needed:
Support refinement of procedures and troubleshooting document to streamline operations
Work with and train volunteers as back-up AV & Sound assistants
Coordinate with AV staff & volunteers to ensure two people are signed up to cover AV desk each week
Collaborate with staff to research, update and maintain AV systems
Attend monthly staff meetings and occasional relevant committee meetings
Additional Duties
Additional hours possible for multiplatform special events, worship services, memorial services, and weddings based on availability. Same hourly rate.
Potential for separate contract for additional hours of employment in similar role with other congregation that meet in our sanctuary
To Apply:
Email resume, cover letter and three references.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely than white men to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We encourage those with marginalized identities to apply if they have some of the qualifications listed and the willingness to learn and grow with the position.