Praise Team Lead Musician

Covenant UMC, in Austin, is seeking a Praise Team Lead Musician.

Qualifications:

• Clear testimony of a Christian faith

• Experience leading, and preparing praise band music

• A desire to lead people in worship

• Agrees and supports the beliefs of Covenant United Methodist.

Abilities:

• Skill in vocal and instrumental direction.

• Can accompany him/herself on guitar while singing. (Piano is a second option)

• Quality singing voice and engaging stage personality.

• Experience with using technology in worship, such as sound systems and microphones. Experience with slide software and lighting a plus.

• Team player with good relational skills and a positive attitude

• Self-starter

Responsibilities: (based on experience and interests)

• Lead the praise band in the worship service (currently one service 10:00 AM Sunday)

• Lead and organize the rehearsal or rehearsals for the weekly services.

• Consults with the minister, music minister, and band members on song choices and prepares and sends the band performance charts. This will develop over time in conjunction with the music minister. Currently two songs per week.

• Organize the mic placement, sound needs, and overall mix with the AV team.

• Recruit and develop new members of the Praise Team.

• Become an active member of Covenant United Methodist.

Compensation based on qualifications and experience. This is part time position that can be, to some extent, adapted for the person selected.

Starting salary range is $600 to 1000.00 monthly.

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Send questions, letters of interest and or resumes to Richard Frazier: Rfraziermusicteacher@gmail.com