Director of Music

The primary focus of the Music Director is to lead worship in Cornerstone's Sunday morning worship service. The Music Director plans for worship services, prepares the Praise Team musically to lead the Sunday morning service, and directs the congregation in worship, singing, and liturgy. The Music Director demonstrates a mature balance between leadership of both the Praise Team and the congregation as well as high level musical and artistic talents. The Music Director exercises general oversight of Cornerstone's Music Ministry. The position is part time, estimated at 15 20 hours per week. Salary will be negotiated based on qualifications.

Interested applicants should contact [email protected]. Attn:. Jeff Palomino or call the church office at (703) 256 6220.

Interested applicants should submit the following:
Brief resume addressing their experience.
Short statement addressing these questions:
What is your understanding of the gospel of Jesus Christ and how did you come to hear the gospel and receive Christ as your Lord and Savior? What do you think leading worship in church is about?
(Optional, but preferred) A video of the candidate playing, singing, and leading worship

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Lead the Cornerstone congregation in the Sunday morning worship service with the Praise Team
Prepare the Praise and Audio/Video Teams for the Sunday morning worship service by leading rehearsals during the week and on Sunday mornings
Schedule singers and musicians for the Praise Team
In coordination with the Lead Pastor, plan the weekly music selection for the worship service
Facilitate music ministry within the Cornerstone congregation by identifying and nurturing musical gifts and talent within church
Recruit, develop, encourage, and facilitate participation from the congregation in Cornerstone's music ministry including vocal and instrumental performance as well as technical support
Oversee preparation of slides for the Sunday morning service
Schedule special offertory music to be played during collection of Sunday offerings, including individual singer, instrumentalists, and small groups, possibly accompanying others, as needed
Plan special music for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and other holidays with congregational gatherings
Coordinate with the Deacon of Worship to provide leadership necessary for music, technical, and audio/video ministries
Coordinate with Choir Director for rehearsals and worship music schedule
Report regularly to the Elders and Lead Pastor regarding the ministry of music in the church