Job Description:
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The AVL Director is a full-time position that will serve to provide technical support to all venues on campus at Alliance Bible Fellowship. The primary objective of the AVL Director will be to maintain all AVL systems, as well as recruit, train, manage, and shepherd volunteers as they use technology to serve the Alliance family. The AVL Director will also oversee the design, budget, and build of any new AVL systems in the future.
JOB TYPE: Full-Time (exempt)
QUALIFICATIONS:
Leadership and Responsibility:
Must be a fully devoted follower of Jesus Christ.
Oversee and shepherd volunteers for service. Must be able to recruit, train, manage, and equip those who are gifted and wish to serve through technical arts.
Willing to work odd hours as this is not a 9-5 job.
Must be able to quickly troubleshoot problems under pressure, meet deadlines, and maintain a positive working attitude.
In agreement with The Alliance Bible Fellowship Doctrinal Statement and the Expanded ABF Doctrinal Statement.
Education and Work Experience:
An Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in audio engineering, media, event production, or graphic design is preferred
And/Or at least 3 years’ experience in live production AVL
Audio:
Must be well versed in digital audio systems including digital consoles, remote head-amps, advanced EQ functions, dynamics and effects, channel and bus patching, A/D and D/A conversions, virtual racks, digital snakes, personal mix systems, multi-track recording, low-latency networking, and more.
Must have a general knowledge of room acoustics, real-time analyzers, and speaker placement
Lighting:
Must be well versed in studio and theatrical lighting systems including digital lighting consoles, DMX control and addressing, ARTNet systems, all types of LED and incandescent fixtures, lighting and color for camera, remote dimmer systems, recallable scenes, chases, and more.
Must have a general knowledge of structural engineering as it pertains to weight loads and safety procedures for hanging lighting fixtures in public spaces.
Video:
Must be well versed in multiple video hardware systems including projectors, screens, LED walls, scalers, switcher, routers, cameras, and more.
Must be well versed in digital video systems and protocols including ProPresenter, Non-Linear Editor Software, live streaming systems, video over IP systems, HD-SDI, aspect ratios, raster sizes, frame rates, video codecs/wrappers, and more.
Must have a general knowledge of shared storage systems and high-bandwidth networking.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work with pastors to create clear directives that define what is considered “good” and what is considered “not good” as they relate to audio mix, lighting design, stage design, and video/multi-media presentation.
Communicate to volunteers the standards agreed upon for what is considered “good” and “not good” in relation to audio mix, lighting design, stage design, and video/multimedia presentation.
Must be able to work with the pastors and staff to plan and execute technical aspects of all services and functions on campus, being able to clearly state what is possible and what is not possible with the equipment available at Alliance.
Recruit volunteers to help operate the AVL equipment during services.
Communicate with volunteers the importance of excellence in all that we do, maintaining a professional and positive attitude, and setting achievable goals with high standards.
Train volunteers in their applicable fields and give them the mental and physical tools to achieve the standards and goals that are expected of them.
Maintain a weekly schedule coordinating with volunteers to make sure all required AVL operations have personnel assigned for each need.
Improve and maintain all AVL systems to ensure everything is in good working condition and is ready to serve the needs of the church at all times.
Plan an annual budget. Maintain an understanding of equipment limitations and life cycles and budget accordingly. Keep up with advancing trends in technology and how it can apply to Alliance. Plan for the unexpected by budgeting for possible unforeseen equipment failures or necessary repairs.
Work with Worship Director to plan and execute scripturally rich, gospel-centered worship services including Sunday Morning Worship Gathering, Wednesday Night Gatherings, Sunday Night College Connection, and more.
TIME REQUIREMENTS:
40 hours a week in office
Sunday mornings, along with other odd times as needed.
The AVL director will be on call as necessary for large church events, funerals, and weddings.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:
Reports to:
Worship Pastor