Production Lead

Job Title: Production Lead

Reports To: Worship Leader

Position Type: Part-Time

Location: Clayton, North Carolina

About The Church at Clayton Crossings

The Church at Clayton Crossings is a vibrant and growing community of believers located in Clayton, North Carolina. We are committed to making disciples of Jesus Christ through authentic worship, biblical teaching, genuine community, and missional living. Our vision is Making Disciples that Multiply Churches, and our mission is simple: doing whatever it takes to help people find and follow Jesus. We value creativity, collaboration, and a deep passion for connecting people with God.

Job Summary

The Production Lead is responsible for overseeing all technical aspects of worship services and church events at The Church at Clayton Crossings. This individual will work closely with the Worship Leader to create seamless, high-quality worship experiences that remove every barrier except the gospel itself. The Production Lead will manage and develop a team of volunteers while ensuring excellence in all technical elements of our services.

Core Responsibilities

Technical Excellence and Leadership

• Lead and develop a team of volunteer technicians across audio, video, lighting, and streaming platforms
• Ensure all technical elements of worship services are executed with excellence and attention to detail
• Oversee setup, operation, and breakdown of all production equipment for services and events
• Maintain and troubleshoot all audio, video, lighting, and streaming equipment
• Collaborate with the Worship Leader to create cohesive and meaningful worship experiences

Team Development and Discipleship

• Recruit, train, and schedule volunteer production team members
• Foster a culture of excellence, teamwork, and spiritual growth within the production ministry
• Provide regular feedback, encouragement, and growth opportunities for team members
• Organize training sessions that are productive, focused, and spiritually enriching
• Develop leaders within the production team, modeling our commitment to discipleship through relationships

Strategic Planning and Innovation

• Work with the Worship Leader to plan and coordinate technical needs for weekly services
• Research and recommend new technologies and equipment upgrades
• Develop systems and workflows that support our vision of Making Disciples that Multiply Churches
• Ensure online streaming and digital engagement effectively reach people beyond our physical location

Administrative and Operational Excellence

• Work with the Worship Leader to manage production ministry budget effectively and responsibly
• Maintain inventory of all equipment and supplies
• Coordinate with other ministry leaders to support church-wide events and initiatives
• Document processes and create training materials for volunteer development
• Stay current with trends and best practices in church production technology

Qualifications

Essential Requirements

• A clear and mature Christian faith with commitment to the mission and values of The Church at Clayton Crossings
• Demonstrated experience in technical production, preferably in a church or live event setting
• Strong leadership abilities with experience developing and managing volunteer teams
• Proficiency in audio engineering, video production, lighting design, and live streaming technologies
• Excellent problem-solving skills with ability to remain calm under pressure
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with contemporary worship production and understanding of worship flow
• Knowledge of digital mixing consoles, video switching, lighting control systems, and streaming platforms
• Background in training and developing technical volunteers
• Associate's degree in audio/video production, technical theater, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Familiarity with copyright and licensing requirements for worship services

Character and Culture Fit

• Heart for discipleship and developing others in their relationship with God
• Commitment to excellence that reflects our belief that "everything speaks"
• Collaborative spirit that prioritizes mission over personal preferences
• Servant's heart that puts people over policy and assumes the best in others
• Generous spirit aligned with our value of giving extravagantly

What We Offer

• Opportunity to use your technical gifts to advance our vision of Making Disciples that Multiply Churches
• Supportive team environment that values both excellence and grace
• Professional development opportunities and continuing education support
• Competitive part-time compensation reflecting our commitment to "hire fewer staff and pay them well"
• Flexible schedule that respects work-life balance while meeting ministry needs

To Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following using this link:

• Resume highlighting relevant technical and leadership experience
• Cover letter describing your faith journey and passion for using technology in worship
• Contact information for three professional references
• Brief statement on your philosophy of how technical excellence serves the mission of the church
• Optional 
• Portfolio or examples of previous production work (video links, photos, technical accomplishments)