The Production Team Needs You!
There may be no “I” in team but there is definitely a “U” in volunteering! Ok, so that’s a little cheesy. Ok, it’s really cheesy but that doesn’t make it any less true. In fact, I’m very thankful for that cheesy truth because for me it means getting the opportunity to serve with some of the most amazing people on the planet. And I want to invite you to join us!
Did you know that each weekend over 10,000 people experience Southland’s weekend service? From the second you walk through the doors, download the podcast or catch the television broadcast you are affected by our Production Team. Without them there would be no sights, no sounds. When Jon says “check this out,” all you’d see is a big blank screen. The band would look like a group of mimes. We could not make the weekend service happen without our amazing volunteers…nor would we want to!
That’s why our Production Team is looking for people who are interested in finding ways to serve during the weekend services. Now, you may be saying to yourself, “That’s a great idea. Someone with experience should definitely volunteer with the production team.” And you’re right, they should. But, so should you! Experience is great but not necessary. We’ll do all the training we just need your willingness to serve.
Below is a list of each position on our team as well as descriptions of what each position does. Even if you’re only slightly interested I’d love to talk with you! You can email me or call me at (859) 224-1651.
I look forward to serving with you soon!
Sarah Hopkins – Weekend Volunteer Coordinator
Did you know that each weekend over 10,000 people experience Southland’s weekend service? From the second you walk through the doors, download the podcast or catch the television broadcast you are affected by our Production Team. Without them there would be no sights, no sounds. When Jon says “check this out,” all you’d see is a big blank screen. The band would look like a group of mimes. We could not make the weekend service happen without our amazing volunteers…nor would we want to!
That’s why our Production Team is looking for people who are interested in finding ways to serve during the weekend services. Now, you may be saying to yourself, “That’s a great idea. Someone with experience should definitely volunteer with the production team.” And you’re right, they should. But, so should you! Experience is great but not necessary. We’ll do all the training we just need your willingness to serve.
Below is a list of each position on our team as well as descriptions of what each position does. Even if you’re only slightly interested I’d love to talk with you! You can email me or call me at (859) 224-1651.
I look forward to serving with you soon!
Sarah Hopkins – Weekend Volunteer Coordinator
Camera Operator:
The role of the camera operator is to support the worship and teaching experience by operating a professional production video camera during the weekend service. The camera operator works closely with the director to enhance the overall stage production through the use of video. The camera operator also supports the filming of the Southland Hour, our weekly TV show, and our online sermon videos.
Graphics Operator:
The role of the graphics operator is to support the worship and teaching experience by operating a computer based graphics machine to display song lyrics and any message based slides. The graphics operator works closely with the assistant director and director to display images in the appropriate time and place within the service to most effectively support the overall message of the service.
Assistant Director:
The role of the assistant director is to support the worship and teaching experience by serving as the "gate-keeper" for the control room. The assistant director works closely with the director and producer to coordinate the flow of the service and also works with the graphics operator to know what is coming and where the production is going next.
Lighting Operator:
The role of the lighting operator is to support the worship and teaching experience by operating the lighting console to playback lighting cues for weekend services. The lighting operator works closely with the producer to help craft the look and feel of the weekend service. An appreciation for music is also a benefit to the lighting operator as they work with the musicians to support the overall message of the service.
Broadcast Recording Engineer:
The role of the broadcast recording engineer each weekend is to record the individual instruments, vocalists and speakers so that they may be mixed down later for playback on television, web streaming, and DVD.
Monitor Audio Engineer:
The role of the monitor audio engineer is to support the worship experience by creating a personalized musical mix for each member of the worship team. The engineer works closely with the worship leaders, band directors and individual musicians and vocalists to be sure they can clearly hear each other and communicate effectively. Monitor engineers also attend the band rehearsal during the week prior to serving.
Stage Manager:
The role of the stage manager is to be the eyes and ears of the production team backstage. They are responsible for making sure everyone involved with the weekend service is where they need to be when they need to be there. An ability to multitask and communicate is key for this role.
The role of the camera operator is to support the worship and teaching experience by operating a professional production video camera during the weekend service. The camera operator works closely with the director to enhance the overall stage production through the use of video. The camera operator also supports the filming of the Southland Hour, our weekly TV show, and our online sermon videos.
Graphics Operator:
The role of the graphics operator is to support the worship and teaching experience by operating a computer based graphics machine to display song lyrics and any message based slides. The graphics operator works closely with the assistant director and director to display images in the appropriate time and place within the service to most effectively support the overall message of the service.
Assistant Director:
The role of the assistant director is to support the worship and teaching experience by serving as the "gate-keeper" for the control room. The assistant director works closely with the director and producer to coordinate the flow of the service and also works with the graphics operator to know what is coming and where the production is going next.
Lighting Operator:
The role of the lighting operator is to support the worship and teaching experience by operating the lighting console to playback lighting cues for weekend services. The lighting operator works closely with the producer to help craft the look and feel of the weekend service. An appreciation for music is also a benefit to the lighting operator as they work with the musicians to support the overall message of the service.
Broadcast Recording Engineer:
The role of the broadcast recording engineer each weekend is to record the individual instruments, vocalists and speakers so that they may be mixed down later for playback on television, web streaming, and DVD.
Monitor Audio Engineer:
The role of the monitor audio engineer is to support the worship experience by creating a personalized musical mix for each member of the worship team. The engineer works closely with the worship leaders, band directors and individual musicians and vocalists to be sure they can clearly hear each other and communicate effectively. Monitor engineers also attend the band rehearsal during the week prior to serving.
Stage Manager:
The role of the stage manager is to be the eyes and ears of the production team backstage. They are responsible for making sure everyone involved with the weekend service is where they need to be when they need to be there. An ability to multitask and communicate is key for this role.