Sound Tech Engineer

Job Description Job Description
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