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Lutheran Church of Hope - Live Video Director

On-site
  • Des Moines, Iowa, United States
Worship & Creative Arts

Job description


Are you passionate about connecting people to God’s lifegiving love through the artistic medium of Live Video? Are you a creative and technically savvy Video Director? Come and join the Production team of Lutheran Church of Hope, one of the fastest growing churches in the country, to video direct worship services and maintain video systems at our broadcast campus. We are a multi-site church broadcasting 5 lives services each weekend. A person skilled in troubleshooting advanced video systems, directing a live shoot, and developing volunteers will thrive in this role.

You will be successful in this role if you can:

  • Direct camera operators (stationary, wireless, Jib, dolly) to desired shots while cutting a live event.
  • Troubleshoot video equipment (Hitachi 550 cameras, Ross video switcher) when issues arise.
  • Lead, train, and develop volunteers to utilize video related equipment.
  • Collaborate with other staff to set video vision and create engaging experiences.
  • Able to think quickly on your feet.


    Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with campus production staff in the preparation and planning for live video elements of any services or event.
  • Participate in the weekly Worship Service Review meetings. Incorporate lessons learned and communicate well with those you lead (volunteers and staff).
  • Recruit, train, coach, and schedule volunteer production teams, which include Camera, Shader, Technical Director, Directors, and Graphics Operators.
  • Execute and manage live video elements and lead production volunteers during services and events.
  • Capture, edit and post service recordings; manage archival processes of these assets.
  • Manage and perform scheduled maintenance for video equipment.
  • Configure and maintain ProPresenter and ProVideoPlayer outputs and templates.
  • Partner with the Central Production team for technical needs or campus projects.
  • Partner with Central Video Systems Engineer to uphold standards and maintain campus equipment and workflows.
  • Supervise, inspire, and equip video staff, including 1-1 meetings, conflict resolution, development; meeting with ministries partners to gather feedback.
  • Adhere to the Lutheran Church of Hope Staff Covenant.


Job requirements


THE OPPORTUNITY

The Live Video Director will give leadership and direction to live video at the West Des Moines Campus of Lutheran Church of Hope. This position will give direct oversight to the video volunteer team and part time staff in the video department.

There is an incredible foundation to build upon and an opportunity to play a lead role in shaping this creative ministry for Hope's future!

What would a strong candidate look like?


  • A Heart For People: Passionate about pouring into volunteers and staff as they engage in live video ministry.
  • Strong Knowledge of Live Video Production: Can step right in with knowledge and skills in making broadcast level video production happen on a large scale.
  • Flexible: Able to hustle and go with the flow in a fast-paced culture.
  • Team Player: Thrives in a collaborative environment and has a "we" not "me" ministry approach.
  • Builder: Can create vision and shape department culture.

    • What makes this a great opportunity?


  • Vision: Church of Hope is a vibrant, spirit-led culture moving toward exciting new areas of vision. The best is yet to come!
  • Church Culture: Hope is one of the fast growing churches in America, with local sites all over the world.
  • Work With World Class Equipment: This area is championed and supported by church leadership and is equipped with world-class equipment to leverage for ministry.
  • Health: The staff works hard, but they fight for health and strive to have a good work-life balance.


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