The Music & Media Pastor will be responsible for developing and executing a long-term vision and plan for these ministries. He will provide overall leadership in developing, administering and directing the Music & Media ministries of the church.

Other responsibilities include but are not limited to the following. Complete listing of job description to be given at the interview stage.

· General:

o A growing relationship with Jesus Christ

o A call to full-time ministry

o A passion for worship and a working knowledge of media, both digital and print.

o A display of such desirable qualities as teamwork, cooperation, dependability, organization, hard work, respect, staff loyalty, and a teachable spirit

o A commitment to and agreement with the statements of beliefs of Covenant Baptist Church as stated in the Constitution and Bylaws, as well as the SBC Baptist Faith & Message Statement.

· Ministry:

o Coordinate ministry to support and complement Covenant Baptist Church's purpose and vision

o Play an active role in all aspects of church life beyond Music and Media, such as

§ Attend all worship services unless prevented by ministry duties approved by the Senior Pastor,

§ Serve as Staff Advisor for church committees as assigned by the Senior, Pastor.

§ Attend the regularly scheduled meetings of assigned committees, and

§ Participate in and be a supporter of the local Association, State Convention, and SBC

· Music:

o Assist the Senior Pastor in developing the order of worship for all services

o Direct and lead the adult choir and congregational singing

o Cultivate a sense of comradery among the adult choir through planned social events

o Give direction to the hand bell choir, drama, instrumentalists, soloists, ensembles, and special music events

o Give direction to the youth and children's music ministries

· Media:

o Recruit, organize, train, strengthen, and cross-train volunteers to run audio, computer, video, and streaming during services.

o Manage and direct the sound team and all elements of the audio, visual, and streaming elements for all worship services

o Create policies and procedures for operating audio/video/streaming equipment

o Create a standard operating procedure for each role. Train and cross train the team accordingly

o Serve and oversee set-up of any field production using audio/video/streaming

Qualifications:

– A strong personal faith in Jesus Christ and a commitment to the mission of the church.– Proven experience in music ministry, including proficiency in vocal and instrumental performance.

– Preferred to be fluent in ProPresenter 7 and Planning Center.– Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with diverse groups of people.– Training/Degree from a seminary. A degree in music is preferred.