POSITION OVERVIEW

The Worship / Creative Pastor is called to lead our church into the presence of God through excellent, Spirit-led, modern worship. More than simply a music position, we are seeking an expert musician with a shepherd's heart, a builder's mindset, and a leader's instincts. Working hand-in-hand with the Pastor, Music Director, and AVL Teams, this person will shape the weekend music experience from the ground up: casting vision, arranging music for a variety of instruments and settings, and disciple-developing musicians and vocalists from within our congregation. The ideal candidate is highly professional, well-networked in the worship and music community, and just as comfortable building a team as building a set list.

Above all, we are looking for someone whose love for Jesus is evident and contagious, a worshiper first, who leads our teams, our church, and our community into an authentic encounter with God.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Worship Leadership & Planning

Plan and lead engaging, Spirit-led worship experiences for weekend services and special gatherings, with musical style and song selection that reflect a modern, contemporary worship sound.
Coordinate music, media, and the overall flow of every worship service in close collaboration with the Pastor and Creative Director.
Coordinate all vocal and instrumental performances at worship services, working with the Pastor and Creative Director in the planning process.
Direct the worship teams and lead band and vocal rehearsals, sound checks, and run-throughs that are efficient, excellent, and spiritually focused.
Personally lead worship from the stage as a primary vocalist and/or instrumentalist, modeling authentic, Christ-centered worship.
Provide musical accompaniment for services, weddings, and funerals as needed.
Plan and lead worship for additional services and events, including baptisms, prayer nights, outreach events, and special services throughout the year.

Music Direction & Arrangement

Create chord charts, arrangements, and full music charts as needed to equip the band and vocal teams.
Create and manage tracks (click, backing, and production tracks) to equip the band and vocal teams for a polished, professional sound.
Arrange music for a variety of instruments and settings, from full band weekend services to acoustic or stripped-down environments.
Catalog and organize all music resources, chord charts, and track libraries.

Team Recruiting, Development & Culture

Recruit, disciple, and develop musicians and vocalists from within the church family, building a healthy pipeline of homegrown worship talent.
Recruit, train, and oversee outside/guest vocalists and musicians as needed, bringing them into Grace Church's culture, integrating them with the in-house team, and vetting them to ensure they carry our vision and heart for worship.
Schedule all paid and contract musicians for services and events.
Provide musical coaching and spiritual mentorship to worship team members, helping them grow in both skill and character.
Shepherd the worship team pastorally, building genuine relationships, praying with and for team members, and creating a culture of encouragement, accountability, and joy.
Coordinate team-building and training activities that strengthen both the musical and relational health of the team.
Manage in-house team culture, fostering unity rooted in humility, excellence, and love for Jesus rather than performance.
Identify and raise up emerging leaders within the worship ministry, creating pathways for growth into team lead and volunteer leadership roles.
Maintain regular team rehearsals and communicate weekly with team members via email, text, or Planning Center Online (PCO).

Production Technical Oversight

Oversee the audio, video, and lighting elements of weekend services and events to ensure an excellent, professional, and Spirit-honoring worship environment.
Collaborate with (or directly oversee) the production team to plan and execute stage design, lighting design, and visual elements that support and enhance the worship experience without becoming a distraction.
Identify, select, and advise on the purchase of worship gear and equipment needed for the team and stage, within budget.
Oversee the care and upkeep of all instruments and technical systems, including maintenance schedules.
Stay current on modern worship trends, equipment, and best practices in audio, video, lighting, and stage design, and make recommendations to continually elevate the worship environment.

Communications & Digital Media

Oversight of all communication tactics related to Grace Church. Email Marketing / Ads / Social Media / Mass Text / Graphics / Sunday Announcements.
Oversight of all videography as they relate to communications and promo (Announcement Videos / Promo posts / films & videos for Special Events like Christmas and Easter)
Web development & knowledge of WordPress & Elementor is a plus

Administrative & Team Collaboration

Build and manage the worship team schedule, rehearsal calendar, and service planning timeline (e.g., Planning Center or similar software).
Manage the worship and production ministry budget in coordination with church leadership.
Collaborate closely with the Lead Pastor, Executive Staff Team, and the Music Director on the overall vision, sermon series themes, and service planning.
Attend continuing education events as approved to enhance and improve job skills.
Offer suggestions and observations that would improve Grace Church's music ministry.
Participate in staff meetings, prayer gatherings, and church-wide leadership functions as a member of the team.
Assume other duties as may be assigned by the Pastor and/or Creative Director.

QUALIFICATIONS

Spiritual & Pastoral

A growing, authentic personal relationship with Jesus Christ, with a clear testimony of faith and lifestyle that reflects it.
A genuine love for worship and for people, someone whose passion for Jesus is evident and inspires others to worship freely.
A heart to shepherd, disciple, and pastor a team, not just direct a rehearsal.
Alignment with the church's mission, vision, values, and statement of faith.
Prior experience in a worship leadership or pastoral role strongly preferred; formal ministry or music education a plus but not required.

Musical & Creative

An expert musician, strong proficiency as a vocalist and/or instrumentalist (guitar, keys, or drums preferred), with the ability to lead from the stage.
Highly professional and well-networked within the worship and music community.
Skilled at creating music arrangements, chord charts, and tracks for a variety of instruments and settings.
Solid knowledge of modern worship music, songwriting trends, and arranging for a contemporary worship band.
Ability to coach vocalists and musicians, arrange songs and set flow, and maintain a high standard of musical excellence.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud products (Primarily Premier Pro / Photoshop / Illustrator
Proficiency in Canva / CapCut
Proficiency in the mainstream social media platforms, Facebook / Instagram / TikTok / YouTube
Knowledge of Google Business Profile / Google & Meta ad platforms
Proficiency in mailchimp

Technical & Production

Working knowledge of live sound, video production, and stage lighting as they apply to a modern church worship environment.
Experience with (or strong aptitude for) stage design and creating a visually compelling worship environment.
Familiarity with worship planning and scheduling software (e.g., Planning Center) and standard audio/visual production tools.

Leadership

Proven ability to lead, recruit, and develop volunteer, paid, and contract teams with warmth, clarity, and consistency.
Strong communication, organizational, and project-management skills.
A collaborative, team-first spirit with the humility to serve alongside the Lead Pastor, and other ministry leaders.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE IS

A passionate follower of Jesus with a vibrant personal relationship with Him.
A culture carrier who embodies the mission and values of Grace Church.
A visionary leader who enjoys building teams more than building platforms.
Both highly creative and highly organized.
Comfortable leading both people and projects.
A clear communicator who inspires others toward a common vision.
Humble, teachable, emotionally healthy, and collaborative.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

Success in this role means our church consistently experiences worship environments where Jesus is glorified and the presence of God is tangibly felt, services that are excellent in execution but never performance-driven. It means a worship team that is growing spiritually and musically, led by a Pastor/Director whose own love for Jesus is evident to the team, the congregation, and the surrounding community. It means musicians, vocalists, and tech volunteers who were developed from within our own church family, and guest musicians who were welcomed, discipled, and fully aligned with our culture, are leading together with the same passion they were shown.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Salary is commensurate with experience and will be discussed during the interview process.

Schedule & Time Commitment

40 hours per week, including Sundays
Monday–Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 6:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Participation in worship nights (Encounter), and rehearsals/workshops required
Additional hours as needed for events and projects

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should submit a resume, a brief statement of faith, and a link to a worship-leading video or audio sample to michael@mygracechurch.com . Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

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