Video Production Specialist

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Video Production Specialist

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Service Programming Director STATUS:
Part-time, Non-Exempt POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Video Production Specialist supports the mission of Crossroads by setting up, capturing, and editing high-quality video and audio content for weekend services, ministry needs, and digital platforms.

The role is hands-on and technical in nature, focused on execution and collaboration so that spoken-word and worship content is clear, timely, and supports the message without distraction.

• Set up and operate cameras, lighting, and audio for video recording.
• Record sermons, announcements, testimonies, and worship content.
• Edit video content for:
  • Weekend services
  • Social media and digital platforms
  • Internal and ministry communication needs
• Edit spoken-word content for clarity, pacing, and intelligibility.
• Edit worship and music content with appropriate attention to timing, transitions, and audio balance.
• Ensure videos are delivered on time and meet quality standards.

• Prepare lighting, cameras, audio, and related equipment for recording sessions.
• Test equipment and troubleshoot basic technical issues before recording.
• Support recording needs for special events or ministry projects as scheduled.

• Work closely with the Service Programming Director and programming team to understand upcoming recording needs.
• Coordinate recording schedules and technical requirements with staff and volunteers.
• Support the team in capturing content that aligns with service flow and communication goals.
• In coordination with the Service Programming Director, assist in determining whether video projects should be completed in-house or outsourced, based on established criteria such as turnaround time, technical complexity, and current capacity.

• Help maintain video and audio equipment in good working condition.
• Report equipment issues, needed repairs, or replacement needs to the Technology Ministry Director.
• Assist with organizing and maintaining production gear, files, and storage.

• Work collaboratively with staff and volunteers during recording sessions.
• Communicate clearly about timelines, needs, and technical considerations.
• Serve with a flexible, team-oriented posture in support of Crossroads ministries.

• Carry out other duties as assigned that support the mission and ministry of Crossroads.

• Demonstrated experience capturing and editing spoken-word and music/worship content.
• Working knowledge of camera operation, lighting, and audio for sermons, teaching environments, and worship settings.
• Ability to set up, test, and operate cameras, lighting, and audio equipment independently.
• Proficiency with at least one professional video editing platform (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve).
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing clear, distraction-free content.
• Ability to manage time well and meet deadlines in a part-time role with multiple priorities.
• Clear communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented posture.
• Comfort working in a church environment and supporting ministry and worship contexts.

• Experience producing video for churches, worship services, or live event environments.
• Basic understanding of audio gain staging, mic placement, and mixing considerations for spoken-word and vocals.
• Experience working with multi-camera recording setups.
• Familiarity with syncing external audio sources during post-production.
• Experience preparing videos for social media and digital distribution.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic technical issues during…