Director of Tech Ministries
Director of Worship

DIRECTOR OF TECH MINISTRIES

New Hope Church Niagara is a quickly growing, vibrant church.  We currently have 4 Services on a Sunday, weekly Youth and Young Adult programs running during the week. God has called us to expand into other regions of Niagara, and as such we are looking to hire additional staff to run and empower quick-growing ministries.

The Director of Tech oversees all technical and media equipment for all related ministries across all current and future Campuses. The Tech Director is responsible for maintaining and building teams of volunteers to operate and care for the relevant equipment across all campuses. This is a full-time salaried position with a work week that includes Sundays.

Responsibilities

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Lead New Hope Church’s Technical Teams (Sound, Lighting, Graphics, Live Video Production, IT, etc.)
  • Recruit, train, lead and schedule volunteers for the above teams
  • Be a key member of the weekend service planning team
  • Purchase, maintain and improve all technical equipment
  • Oversee the video/recording streaming/mixing production for the weekend service and other appropriate services
  • Manage the media inventory and library

CAMPUS WIDE RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Schedule all tech volunteers for all weekly and special events as needed for all Campuses.  This includes Sunday services, weddings, funerals, etc.
  • Recruit, train, lead and encourage volunteers to serve on the Technical Teams (Sound, Lighting, Graphics, Live Video Production, etc.)
  • Purchase, maintain and improve all technical equipment
  • Maintain all stages to a professional level as determined with the Worship Pastor
  • Support and maintain all computer systems for the tech needs of all ministries and staff
  • Provide tech support to all ministries such as Kids, Youth, Adults, etc. through training and other resources
  • Attend the weekly Service Planning Meeting and work with the Service Planning Team in planning weekend services and special events
  • Oversee all the video streaming production for the weekend service and other appropriate services
  • In co-operation with the Worship Pastor, record, edit and prepare the weekend service video and ProPresenter elements
  • Assist in the video production as schedule allows
  • Setup, record, edit and post the weekly podcast
  • Manage the media inventory, library etc., and archive all media
  • Other duties as required

FIRST STREET LOUTH RESPONSIBILTIES
  • Recruit, train, lead and encourage volunteers to serve on New Hope’s Technical Teams for First Street Campus (Sound, Lighting, Graphics, Live Video Production, etc.) 
  • Ensure that all tech roles are scheduled and filled for all services and events  
  • Work with service directors each Sunday
  • Mix and upload the recorded Sunday service to our YouTube channel (Training will be provided)


Team Responsibilities

Education, Experience and Skills

  • Support and work in cooperation with other ministries to maximize opportunities across ministry areas. Communicate and collaborate with all areas of ministry for maximum efficiency and cohesion (ex. Worship department oversees kids’ worship).
  • Attend team leader meetings, ministry leader meetings and other staff called meetings
  • Passionate for communicating the message of Jesus to our culture, volunteers and church family
  • Build, train, and lead teams of people to provide exceptional multimedia and IT support
  • Research, learn and implement systems to support our various ministries
  • Oversee the technical support for staff computers and system administration needs over multiple locations
  • Maintain alignment with New Hope’s vision and values when it comes to technical and multimedia ministries
  • Have the personality and skills necessary to manage the various IT and tech needs at New Hope Church
  • Experience with networking and systems administration an asset

Position Details and Conditions:

Requirements

  • Position - Permenant. Reports to the Worship Pastor
  • Hours and Expectations - Full time with volunteer hours as per handbook
  • Compensation – Based on experience and education and competitive market rates
  • Pension/Benefits – Available based on hours and qualifications
  • Vacation - 2 weeks during term of the contract. See Staff Handbook for details
  • Probationary Period – All new employees will be on a three-month probation period effective the first day of their employment. During the probation period either the employee or New Hope Church may end the employment for any or no reason with or without notice.
  • Flexibility Clause – During your employment your direct supervisor may request that you undertake other duties and responsibilities which reasonably pertain to your job description.
  • Variation Clause – New Hope Church periodically examines and updates job descriptions to ensure they relate to the job performed. Your direct supervisor and you will review your job description. Any new responsibilities and priorities will be mutually agreed upon. New Hope Church reserves the right to make reasonable changes to this job description.

  • Proficiency in sound and video production
  • Experience with video editing 
  • Advanced live sound mixing (analog and digital), excellent working knowledge of microphone theory and sound system design and extensive experience mixing sound for contemporary music styles in challenging acoustic environments
  • An understanding of Audio DAW systems
  • Knowledge and expertise in the use of ProPresenter 7
  • Working knowledge of Video systems, switchers, and mixers for multiple camera feeds
  • A level of expertise in stage lighting and systems such
  • Proficient in MAC & Windows Operating Systems
  • Able to manage time and schedules well and meet deadlines consistently
  • Capable of handling several tasks at once and following through with accurate and strong organizational skills
  • Innovative, creative, self-starting, able to work with & motivate volunteers, and work with a team
  • Strong interpersonal skills to negotiate and communicate with volunteers and team members
  • Committed to the mission and core values of New Hope Church

Further Details

Please submit applications to the office via email Tovi@newhopechurchniagara.com
Include Resume and Cover letter
Only successful candidates will be contacted for an interview
Please do check out our website, social media and mobile app for more insight into New Hope

DIRECTOR OF WORSHIP

New Hope Church Niagara is a quickly growing, vibrant church.  We currently have 4 Services on a Sunday, weekly Youth and Young Adult programs running during the week. God has called us to expand into other regions of Niagara, and as such we are looking to hire additional staff to run and empower quick-growing ministries.

The Worship Director will be responsible for assisting the Worship Pastor and Volunteer worship leaders in the leading and planning of all worship services at New Hope Church Niagara.

Responsibilities

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Leading of worship services where needed
  • Planning of worship services where needed
  • Leading of mid-week ministries (ie. Young Adults, Jr Youth & Sr Youth)
  • Support/Lead the kids worship department to take that ministry to the next level
  • Take responsibility for worship and work with other teams at extra events (ie. Day Camp)
  • Recruiting and training volunteers

CAMPUS WIDE RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Lead worship Services where needed
  • Assist in the scheduling of volunteers for all campuses
  • Support volunteers during services
  • Attend to and assist the Worship Pastor with pastoral care needs for the teams
  • Liasoning with tech lead and tech department to make sure all needs are met for worship services (ie.Sound, Lighting, Lyrics & Slide Decks)

Team Responsibilities

Education, Experience and Skills

  • Support and work in cooperation with other ministries to maximize opportunities across ministry areas. Communicate and collaborate with all areas of ministry for maximum efficiency and cohesion
  • Attend team leader meetings, ministry leader meetings and other staff called meetings
  • Effective communication on all platforms and in person
  • Support the vision, values and culture of New Hope Church while also supporting the Worship Pastors
  • Passionate for communicating the message of Jesus to our culture, volunteers and church family
  • Should be able to lead a band and direct others during rehearsals and sound checks.
  • 2+ Years Experience leading worship in church
  • Build, train, and lead teams of people to provide Jesus-centered worship opportunities
  • Proven growth in your skill and character as a worship leader
  • Living in alignment with New Hope’s vision and values
  • Have the personality and skills necessary to manage and communicate with the WHOLE worship department at New Hope Church

Position Details and Conditions:

Requirements

  • Position - Permanent. Reports to the Worship Pastor
  • Hours and Expectations - Full time with volunteer hours as per handbook
  • Compensation – Based on experience and education and competitive market rates
  • Pension/Benefits – Available based on hours and qualifications
  • Vacation - 2 weeks during term of the contract. See Staff Handbook for details
  • Probationary Period – All new employees will be on a three-month probation period
    effective the first day of their employment. During the probation period either the employee or New Hope Church may end the employment for any or no reason with or without notice.
  • Flexibility Clause – During your employment your direct supervisor may request that you undertake other duties and responsibilities which reasonably pertain to your job description.
  • Variation Clause – New Hope Church periodically examines and updates job descriptions to ensure they relate to the job performed. Your direct supervisor and you will review your job description. Any new responsibilities and priorities will be mutually agreed upon. New Hope Church reserves the right to make reasonable changes to this job description.

  • Highly efficient in your main instrument and vocal.  (Audition will be required)
  • Education in Music is of an advantage
  • Past experience in leading worship and teams
  • Working understanding of Mac Computers
  • Proficient in the following software: ProClaim, Reaper, Planning Center. 
  • An understanding of Audio DAW systems
  • An understanding of live sound engineering
  • Able to manage time and schedules well and meet deadlines consistently
  • Capable of handling several tasks at once and following through with accurate and
    strong organizational skills
  • Innovative, creative, self-starting, able to work with & motivate volunteers, and work
    with a team
  • Strong interpersonal skills to negotiate and communicate with volunteers and team members
  • Committed to the mission and core values of New Hope Church 

Further Details

Please submit applications to the office via email Tovi@newhopechurchniagara.com
Include Resume and Cover letter
Only successful candidates will be contacted for an interview
Please check out our website, social media and mobile app for more insight into New Hope