Sound Tech Engineer
Classification: Independent Contractor (1099)
Location: Atlanta, GA
Compensation: Project-based / Per service
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Audio Engineering or Music Production preferred
Position Overview
Encounter Church Atlanta is seeking a skilled Sound Tech Engineer to provide professional audio services for Sunday worship services, special events, and ministry gatherings. This is an independent contractor position compensated on a project/per-service basis. The ideal candidate brings technical excellence and a heart for ministry, understanding that quality sound is a form of service to God and congregation alike.
Responsibilities
• Operate front-of-house (FOH) audio system during live worship services and events
• Manage in-ear monitor (IEM) and stage monitor mixes for worship team and speakers
• Conduct pre-service soundchecks and coordinate audio needs with worship team leads
• Set up and break down audio equipment in accordance with service schedules
• Route and support livestream/broadcast audio in coordination with the media team
• Troubleshoot audio issues efficiently and discreetly during live services
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the tech booth and stage
• Communicate proactively with worship and production leadership on technical needs
Qualifications
Required
• 4+ years of demonstrated experience operating live sound in a church, event, or venue setting
• Proficiency with digital mixing consoles (e.g., Behringer X32/M32, Yamaha CL/QL, Allen & Heath)
• Working knowledge of gain structure, EQ, compression, and effects in a live environment
• Strong critical listening skills, particularly in a worship music context
• Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to scheduled services and rehearsals
• Alignment with Encounter Church’s faith values and ministry culture
Preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree in Audio Engineering, Music Production, or a related field
• Studio production and music recording experience, including session tracking, mixing in a DAW environment, and signal chain management
• Keyboard proficiency and working knowledge of MIDI, virtual instruments, or keys-based worship production
• Familiarity with Dante/AVB audio networking or digital stage boxes
• Experience with ProPresenter, Reaper, or live broadcast/streaming audio
• Background in worship production or professional AV environments
• Ability to read chord charts or basic musical notation
Contractor Terms
• This is a 1099 independent contractor engagement; no benefits are provided
• Compensation is negotiated per service or project; invoicing is contractor’s responsibility
• Contractor is responsible for their own tax withholding and self-employment taxes
• Engagement is at-will and may be structured as ongoing or event-specific
Typical Service Commitment
• Sunday services (11:00 AM) — arrive approximately 3 to 4 hours prior to service start
• Midweek rehearsals (Thursdays at 8:00 PM) as scheduled with the worship leader and team
• Special services: conferences, revivals, holiday services, and community events
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