Musical Director
September 23, 2023 2023-10-23 10:21Musical Director
Musical Director
Global Harvest, we value teamwork, professional growth, and a positive work-life balance.
Magnify Department
Purpose: The purpose of the GHUK’s MagTeam is to create environments that deliver on the wider goals of discovering purpose and experiencing God as part of a family.
Mission: To create and transmit inclusive atmospheres that encourage the free flow of the Holy Spirit into people’s lives, irrespective of time and/or location. We are brand setters, culture carriers and often responsible for people’s foremost thoughts when they think about our Church’s identity.
Vision: We consistently usher the dense (El Kavod) and unpredictable presence of God (Shekinah Glory) into a congregation growing (not sudo) spiritually and in number, Our services are heaven-class and our irresistible online content sets world-class standards.
Values: We are spirit-lead and strive for operational excellence through continuous iterative improvement on a Department, Team and Individual level. We are integral in driving church growth, but mainly responsible for retention.
Job Purpose
The Musical Director will lead and guide our Worship Team in creating uplifting, spiritually enriching, and high-quality musical experiences during services, special events, and online platforms. The role requires a dedicated individual with a passion for worship, a strong musical background, and the ability to lead, inspire, and innovate.
Key Responsibilities
- Leadership and Direction
- Provide overall direction for the Worship Team in alignment with the church’s vision and goals.
- Schedule, organise, and lead regular rehearsals in preparation for weekly services, special events, and recording sessions.
- Cultivate a cohesive team dynamic and foster a spirit of unity, prayer, and commitment among team members.
- Provide ongoing training and resources to enhance the musical skills of team members.
- Address any performance concerns in a constructive manner, offering guidance and support.
- Identify, recruit, and mentor new members for the Worship Team.
- Ensure a strong musical talent pipeline among the church youth.
- Ideate and implement the continuous iterative improvement of the worship experience.
- Music Selection, Arrangement, and Creation
- Collaborate with church leadership to select songs that align with the theological and thematic focus of services.
- Select set list for services and online content that align with desired culture/worship-style (Maverick City meets Songs of Prophesy, unpredictable spiritual experiences, fun and free)
- Arrange music to best suit the capabilities of the team and the needs of the congregation/online-audience.
- Lead and facilitate the writing of new original songs that resonate with the church’s mission and vision.
- Work closely with the Audio/Visual Production Team to ensure sound checks, equipment setup, and other technical aspects run smoothly.
- Offer feedback and suggestions for improving the overall worship experience, including audio quality, lighting, and stage design.
- Recording and Online Presence
- Organise and oversee monthly recording sessions.
- Collaborate with media teams to edit, produce, and publish recordings online.
- Ensure proper branding, consistency, and quality across all online musical content.
- Event Preparation and Execution
- Plan, organise, and execute musical components for special concerts, services, and events.
- Coordinate with the Event Management Team for logistical needs, promotions, and event specifics.
- Spiritual Development and Fellowship
- Lead and facilitate regular prayer sessions and spiritual fellowships with the worship team, fostering spiritual growth and unity.
- Ensure that the worship team remains rooted in the church’s spiritual foundations and teachings.
- Administrative Duties
- Manage the Worship Team’s budget, ensuring effective use of resources.
- Manage Worship team rota ensuring all 100% fulfilment of required roles and a 3-on-1-off system for all team members.
- Attend wider magnify department service retrospective meetings
- Keep updated records of songs, copyrights, and licences.
- Coordinate with other church departments as needed for cross-functional initiatives.
Qualifications and Skills
Education
- Degree in Music or related field preferred, but not mandatory.
Experience
- Experience leading or being part of a worship team or musical group.
- Understanding of music production best practices.
- Proficient in multiple musical instruments, with strong vocal capabilities.
- Strong songwriting skills and an ear for contemporary and traditional worship styles.
- Ability to work well under pressure, adapt to changing situations, and manage multiple projects.
- Knowledge of recording technologies, sound systems, and audio equipment.
Personal Attributes
- A heart for worship and a deep personal relationship with God
- Collaborative and team-oriented mindset.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Patience, positivity, and resilience.
- Commitment to the church’s vision, mission, and values.
Information
Position
Musical Director (Worship Team Lead)
Department
Magnify Department, Worship Team
Reports to
Magnify Department Head
Reportees
Instrumentalists and Singers
Contract Type
Full-Time
Commitment
Sunday service 09:00-13:30 weekly. Weekly rehearsals. Monthly recording sessions. Sometimes more in the run up to big days/events.