Technical Director Job Overview:
The Technical Director is responsible for undertaking a wide range of duties necessary to ensure all of the organization's technical production needs across its operations are met professionally and creatively. This includes overseeing the video and broadcast systems of its services and events.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities - Lead, research, and negotiate large scale contracts & projects with external production vendors to supply the organization's needs (i.e. with integration companies, AVL companies, etc.)
- Leading live service technical support for all engineering systems, readily able to troubleshoot any technical issues.
- Design and provide technical support of the web streaming system for the successful online transmission of services and events.
- Provide management to the technical production team.
- Development, management and execution of technical production needs for all ministry events including technical and stage design, lighting, production and post-production systems.
- Design, install, and maintain broadcast and video production systems (cameras, switchers, servers, encoders, etc.).
- Ensure all video and audio equipment is operating at peak performance and troubleshoot any issues.
- Oversee live broadcasts, ensuring seamless video transmission with minimal latency or errors.
- Provide technical support to production teams during live shows, events, or remote productions.
- Manage and monitor video signal flow, routing, and switching for various feeds.
- Diagnose and resolve technical failures in video, audio, and transmission systems.
- Develop and document standard operating procedures (SOPs) for technical workflows.
- Strong knowledge of streaming protocols, including RTMP, HLS, and SRT, with the ability to configure, troubleshoot, and optimize live streaming workflows for various broadcast and digital platforms.
- Coordinate technical production staff, equipment, and installation logistics in preparation for organization's mission trips and large-scale foreign outreach events.
- Provide management to the technical production team.
- Local, national and international travel required
- Other duties as assigned.
Professional Qualifications- Ability to read and understand project drawings and schematics, engineering notes, and operation manuals
- Above-average knowledge of and experience with the installation of AV systems and equipment including front/rear projection, flat-panel displays, control systems, and AV signal routing and processing equipment
- Ability to fabricate, cable, and test equipment racks and cabinets
- Ability to hang projection screens, display panels, and related AV equipment
- Ability to properly and safely use/operate lifts, scaffolding, hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic test equipment
- Basic knowledge of network connectivity and methods
- Good interpersonal and time management skills
- Must be detail oriented, with the ability to multitask and handle deadlines and tight timelines
- Bachelor's Degree (4 Year Degree); or 4 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent
Spiritual Qualifications- Uncompromised commitment to KJM's vision, values, core beliefs and statement of faith.
- Agree to be an active participant in King Jesus International Ministry.
- Be a born-again Christian who conducts affairs in accordance with the Bible and maintains a lifestyle consistent with the Scriptures.
- Understand that in this role, they are a critical part of KJM's mission to bring the supernatural power of God to this generation, and that part of their responsibilities as a church employee includes being considered a spiritual leader in the church.
