Location: San Diego, CA | Reports To: Executive Pastor / Pastoral Team
Type: Part-Time (10-15 hours/week) | Compensation: $31–$36/hour DOE
WHO WE ARE
Makers Church is a non-denominational community of Jesus followers in the vibrant, diverse, and creative neighborhood of North Park, San Diego. Our mission is to make on earth as it is in heaven by developing and commissioning followers of Jesus to love God and love others.
We’re in an exciting season of growth! Makers is currently undergoing a significant campus renovation that will expand our multi-use facilities and open new opportunities to serve our neighborhood through community events, gatherings, and partnerships. This role is positioned to grow alongside that vision.
As our renovated campus becomes usable over the next 12 months with expanded multi-use facilities, this position has a clear path to full-time as we support community events, neighborhood partnerships, and new ministry opportunities beyond Sunday mornings.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
As Audio & Technical Director, you’ll serve as the primary technical leader for all Makers gatherings — combining hands-on front-of-house audio engineering with technical oversight of video, lighting, livestream, and visual media.
Audio Engineering
Serve as primary Front-of-House (FOH) engineer for Sunday worship gatherings and special events
Create and maintain high-quality, distraction-free mixes that support congregational worship and spoken word
Manage monitor mixes (IEMs/wedges) in coordination with worship team needs
Maintain, tune, and troubleshoot audio systems including console, wireless microphones, speakers, and in-ear systems
Develop and document channel templates, scene recalls, and workflow best practices
Technical Direction
Serve as live Technical Director for Makers gatherings, calling cues and ensuring seamless transitions
Oversee technical execution of video switching, camera operations, lighting, and ProPresenter
Ensure livestream broadcast is technically excellent, stable, and synchronized with in-room production
Collaborate with worship leaders and pastoral team on service flow and technical requirements
Coordinate with Communications/Creative team to ensure all media content is prepped, loaded, and properly formatted
Team Leadership & Volunteer Development (As Time Allows & Role Expands)
Create an environment where volunteers are growing in skill and excited to serve
Build and maintain weekly volunteer schedules using Planning Center Online
Future Role: Lead weekly tech team communications and periodic training sessions
Future Role: Recruit, train, and disciple a volunteer production team across all technical areas
Future Role: Create a leadership pipeline developing volunteers into position-specific operators and future leaders
Systems & Infrastructure
Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on AVL systems; identify and propose equipment upgrades with budget estimates for leadership approval
Manage equipment inventory, repairs, and replacement planning
Document systems, signal flow, and operational procedures for training and consistency
Conduct initial audit of current AVL systems within first 90 days and provide prioritized recommendations
TYPICAL WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Sundays: 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM (setup, sound check, services, teardown)
Thursdays: 6:00 – 8:00 PM (worship rehearsal, as scheduled)
Special Events: As needed (worship nights, holiday services, baptisms, etc.)
Note: Additional hours for special events and major holidays (Christmas Eve, Easter) are compensated at standard hourly rate and coordinated in advance.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Spiritual & Personal
A personal, growing relationship with Jesus Christ
Alignment with the mission, vision, and values of Makers Church
Understanding that technical ministry is worship — using gifts to create space for others to encounter God
Servant posture with a positive, problem-solving attitude
Technical Expertise
3+ years of experience in live audio engineering and/or production in church or live event settings
Demonstrated ability to create quality front-of-house mixes in mid-sized venues (200–500 capacity)
Strong understanding of signal flow, gain structure, EQ, compression, and live mixing fundamentals
Experience with digital audio consoles (Yamaha TF/QL/CL series or equivalent)
Working knowledge of wireless microphone systems and in-ear monitor setups
Familiarity with video switching (Blackmagic ATEM or similar), PTZ cameras, and livestream workflows (Wirecast, YouTube, etc.)
Proficiency with ProPresenter or equivalent presentation software, and Planning Center Online (or willingness to learn quickly)
Competence with macOS environment
Leadership & Soft Skills
Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate volunteers
Strong communication skills — able to give clear direction under pressure and provide constructive feedback
Calm demeanor with ability to troubleshoot in real-time without creating anxiety
Relational intelligence — understands that people are the priority
Thrives in fast-paced, team-oriented environments
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience with DMX lighting systems and programming (Lightkey, ADJ, or similar)
Video editing and motion graphics capabilities
Audio recording and editing experience (Logic Pro, Pro Tools, or similar)
Experience with streaming software and platforms (OBS, vMix, YouTube Live, Resi)
Background in musical performance or worship team experience
