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Explore exciting opportunities to join the Vineyard Church team and contribute to our mission of fostering spiritual growth and community. Check out our current job openings below and discover how you can be a part of making a positive impact in the lives of others.

PRODUCTION MANAGER

The Church Production Manager is a key leadership role in a dynamic multi-site church, responsible for overseeing and executing all aspects of production for worship services, events, and special programs. This role requires a strong blend of technical expertise, creative vision, and leadership skills to ensure that the church’s message and worship experiences are effectively communicated to the congregation and online audience. The Church Production Director plays a vital role in creating a welcoming and worshipful environment, enabling the church to fulfill its mission and
vision.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Technical Oversight

• Manage all technical aspects of the church’s audio, video, lighting, and other production equipment across multiple campuses.
• Ensure the maintenance and proper functioning of equipment and systems.
• Collaborate with the technical team to create high-quality worship experiences including soundchecks, lighting cues, and video presentations.

Team Leadership

• Recruit, train, and lead a team of production volunteers and staff members.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment that encourages personal growth and development.
• Schedule and manage teams for all services and events at multiple locations.

Creative Collaboration

• Work closely with the Directing Pastor of Worship and other departments to create engaging and meaningful worship experiences across the church.
• Provide technical and creative input to enhance services, special events, and outreach programs

 Event Production

• Oversee all aspects of live event production, including rehearsals, live streaming, and recording.
• Ensure that events run smoothly and that all technical elements align with the overall vision and goals.

Budget Management

• Collaborate with the Directing Pastor of Worship to develop and manage the production budget, including equipment purchases, maintenance, and upgrades.
• Make recommendations for cost-effective solutions while maintaining high-quality standards.

Safety & Compliance

• Implement safety protocols and procedures to ensure the well-being of team members and the congregation.
• Stay up-to-date with relevant regulations and standards, ensuring the church’s compliance.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 5 years experience in either church production or live event management 
• Proven experience in church production or a related field, with a deep understanding of audio, video, and lighting systems.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire
• volunteers and staff.
• Proficiency with production software, hardware, and equipment.
• Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work across multiple locations and varying schedules.
• Willingness to continually learn and stay updated on industry trends.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with the aptitude/attitude to embrace new technologies
• Accurate listening skills coupled with the ability to verbalize effectively
• Able to process feedback and criticism with a positive attitude and diplomacy
• Able to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Able to remain focused and on-task in a highly creative and interactive environment

VIDEOGRAPHER

As Videographer, your role revolves around crafting compelling narratives that inspire individuals to build a relationship with Jesus and boldly impact the world. Your primary responsibilities include producing, filming, and editing diverse storytelling-driven content for various platforms, collaborating closely with other creative teams to generate captivating video and motion graphics material. Possessing a discerning eye for effective visual storytelling, you remain attuned to current trends and methodologies, ideally incorporating motion graphics and animation. You are entrusted with elevating creative standards to surpass objectives through innovative video production.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Elevate creative standards to surpass objectives through innovative video production.
• Conceptualize and develop creative videos from initial scripting and storyboarding to final video editing, encompassing motion graphics creation, sound editing, mixing, and formatting.
• Manage all aspects of production, including self-producing, lighting, shooting, and directing on video projects.
• Maintain and oversee production and post-production equipment.
• Organize media storage, manage raw materials, and archive final projects systematically.
• Demonstrate adept problem-solving skills under pressure, managing tight deadlines across multiple projects.
• Conduct quality control for all video projects and provide support to team members as required.
• Mentor and guide fellow team members and volunteers, sharing your expertise and knowledge.
• Capture events and gathering photography as needed.
• Flexibility to work weekends for filming/photography across various locations.
• Assist in creating slide animations for custom message graphics.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proven ability to independently produce high-quality creative content.
• Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong time management skills, capable of handling multiple priorities while delivering excellent results within tight deadlines.
• Curiosity, creativity, and a penchant for innovation.
• Eagerness to continually enhance skills and expertise.
• Proficiency in problem-solving and quick thinking in high-pressure situations.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Possession of spiritual discernment and emotional intelligence.
• Comfort working autonomously and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Positive attitude coupled with a proactive problem-solving approach.

MUSIC DIRECTOR

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Service Planning

• Collaborate with church leadership (i.e. pastors, event coordinators, production manager, etc.) regarding musical, visual and technical elements of worship services and other church events on campus and off campus. 
• Attend all staff meetings and other events
• Make sure the band is ready for the coming weekend and other events.

Music Leadership

• Lead rehearsals and worship services, ensuring high-quality musical performance
• Direct and coordinate the worship band, including instrumentalists and vocalists
• Prepare songs, arrangements, charts and backing tracks for worship services and send all the resources to the band and singers four days before rehearsal
• Prepare all necessary instruments and perform sound-checks prior to rehearsals worship services and other events.

Team Development

• Recruit, train, and mentor musicians and singers
• Foster a collaborative and spiritually uplifting environment within the worship team
• Work with the Next Gen Worship Coordinator to train musicians
• Attend conferences and other leadership and development. 
• Work, train and connect with other musicians with other Vineyard campuses providing them with resources they need.

Creative Development

• Integrate multimedia elements (i.e. lighting, video, etc.) to enhance the worship experience
• Mix and produce post worship services
• Write and produce songs as assigned by the Directing Worship Pastor

Technical Oversight

• Work with the sound and production teams to ensure optimal audio and visual quality during services
• Oversee the maintenance and organization of musical instruments and equipment 

Spiritual Leadership

• Encourage and support the spiritual growth of the worship team
• Lead by example in personal worship and faith practices

Administrative Duties

• Schedule rehearsals, services, and special events on month ahead 
• Send reminder emails or rehearsal times and other events making sure every musician has all the resources needed to prepare. 
• Keep and submit all the purchase receipts

POSITION REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS:

Musical Expertise

• Proficiency in playing multiple instruments and strong vocal abilities
• Knowledge of contemporary Christian music trends and worship practices

Leadership Skills

• Strong organizational and team management skills
• Ability to inspire and motivate a diverse group of volunteers

Technical Proficiency

• Familiarity with sound systems, lighting and multimedia production4
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues during live performances
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with the aptitude/attitude to embrace new technologies

Creativity

• Innovative approach to worship planning and execution 
• Openness to incorporating various artistic elements into worship services

Spiritual Maturity

• Deep personal faith and commitment to Christian values
• Ability to provide spiritual guidance and support to team members

Communication Skills

• Effective verbal and written communication abilities
• Ability to collaborate with church staff and volunteers

Flexibility and Adaptability

• Willingness to adapt to the evolving needs of the congregation and worship trends
• Ability to handle unexpected changes or challenges during services

DATABASE COORDINATOR

The Database Coordinator will be responsible for maintaining Planning Center. This includes distribution lists, and

any other data collection for all campuses to support the ministries of VCKC

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Managing volunteer team created for Planning Center tasks
• Create Registrations, forms, etc. for different ministries
• Troubleshoot Planning Center issues for staff and volunteers
• Ensure that Planning Center is up to date on all check-in stations (computers and iPads)
• Maintaining list of congregants, volunteers, teams, and staff in Planning Center so information is as up to date as possible
• Extracting and/or loading data
• Setting up cybersecurity measures
• Ensuring all software are updated
• Authenticating data
• Monitoring the performance of hardware and software
• Configuring databases
• Preserving data integrity
• Ethically handling private data, including financial and/or healthcare data for certain companies
• Duties including, but not limited to the above listed items

POSITION REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS:

• Familiarity with database queries
• Knowledge of database structure languages
• Familiarity with database management best practices
• Knowledge of IT security best practices
• Experience with a variety of computer information systems
• Excellent attention to detail
• Problem-solving and critical thinking
• Ability to explain complex ideas in simple terms
• Good multitasking abilities

INTERESTED IN OTHER OPPORTUNITIES?

Vineyard Church Kansas City offers full and part-time positions for ministry, administration, communications, and more! Please send us your resume with your area of interest for careful consideration.