Technical Director

OVERVIEW

The Technical Director is responsible for the management, maintenance, and strategic oversight of all Audio, Visual, Lighting (AVL), and core technical systems across Calvary Christian Center and its campuses. This role ensures excellence, consistency, and reliability in the effective execution of weekend services, events, and ministry environments.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

AVL Systems Management & Maintenance

• Manage, service, maintain, and document all audio, video, and lighting equipment across all campuses.


• Create and execute preventative maintenance schedules.


• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues quickly.


• Maintain AVL inventory and documentation.


• Coordinate installation, upgrades, and replacements.


• Standardize systems and labeling where possible.

Services, Events, & Broadcast Support

• Oversee technical execution for weekend services.


• Oversee technical setup and execution for all Calvary events in all venues.


• Manage front-of-house audio and assist with broadcast when necessary.


• Partner with Worship and Creative teams for service quality.


• Support livestream and broadcast infrastructure.


• Provide hands-on leadership during services and events.

Multi-Campus Technical Oversight

• Implement consistent technical standards across campuses.


• Train and support campus-based teams.


• Travel as needed to support maintenance, repairs, launches and upgrades.


• Build scalable systems for future growth.

Volunteer Leadership & Development

• Recruit, train, and schedule AVL volunteers.


• Create and manage SOPs and training documentation.


• Develop team leads.


• Foster a culture of excellence and servant leadership.

IT Support (Backup & Emergency)

• Provide backup and emergency IT support.


• Troubleshoot service-critical systems.


• Coordinate with vendors as needed.

Planning & Collaboration

• Assist with budgeting and purchasing.


• Research and recommend new technologies.


• Collaborate with Operations, Worship, Creative, and Facilities teams.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3–5+ years of experience in church production or live events.


• Strong knowledge of audio, lighting, and video systems.


• Experience with broadcast and livestream environments.


• Basic IT and networking knowledge preferred.


• Experience leading volunteers.


• Strong troubleshooting and communication skills.


• Alignment with Calvary’s mission and values.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Technical excellence


• Leadership and development


• Problem-solving


• Organization


• Collaboration

PHYSICAL & SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.


• Availability for weekends, evenings, and special events as necessary.


• Willingness to travel between campuses.


• Must arrive at least 30 minutes early prior to services.

EMPLOYEE ATTRIBUTES

• Life-giving spirit and attitude.


• Driven to pursue excellence.


• Creative mindset.


• Demonstrate loyalty to the vision of the team and church.


• Servants Heart.


• High-capacity, multi-tasking individual who is comfortable working independently without constant supervision while also being able to work as a team player.


• Strong written/oral communication and interpersonal skills.


• Highly self-motivated. Driven to do whatever it takes to get the job done.


• Ability to work ahead.