Music Director

Music Director

Lighthouse Church Lehigh Valley

1111 Grange Rd, Allentown PA 18106

Position Summary
We are seeking an energetic and inspiring Music Director to guide our congregation in heartfelt praise and worship. In this vital role, you will cultivate an atmosphere of spiritual connection, and lead by example in faith and leadership. Worship spans contemporary to hymns. The Music Director serves as a visible representative of the church's leadership and is expected to model Christlike character while fostering healthy relationships among volunteers, ministry team, and the congregation. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to serve, lead, and inspire through music and spiritual leadership.

Employment
Part -Time (10-15 Hrs. Per Week)

$25 - $30 hour

Reports To Pastor

Core Responsibilities

Plan and lead worship services and special events.Select biblically sound music that supports sermon themes and church doctrine.Create worship experiences that encourage congregational participation and spiritualengagement.Coordinate worship elements with pastors and ministry leaders.Lead worship team prayer and spiritual preparation.Service Planning & PreparationDevelop weekly orders of worship.Create and maintain worship plans using church planning software.Prepare song arrangements, charts, tracks, and rehearsal materials.Coordinate service transitions, special music, communion elements, announcements, and seasonal services.Ensure all service elements are prepared and communicated in advance.Volunteer Leadership & DevelopmentRecruit, train, schedule, and develop musicians, vocalists, sound technicians, presentation volunteers, and livestream team members.Foster a culture of discipleship, encouragement, teamwork, and excellence.Conduct regular volunteer training and development opportunities.Maintain healthy communication and relationships with volunteers.Production & Technical OversightOversee audio, visual, livestream, lighting, and presentation ministries.Coordinate ProPresenter presentations and service media.Ensure all worship technology is functioning properly.Ensure rehearsals and worship services are technically prepared and organized.Digital Ministry & Communication

Manage worship-related communication platforms.Support the church's online presence through worship content, sermon clips,announcements, and ministry highlights.Maintain livestream quality and consistency.Assist in promoting ministry events and initiatives through digital media.Ministry LeadershipEvaluate ministry effectiveness and recommend improvements.Support church ministry initiatives as requested.Weekly Responsibilities

Meet with pastor regarding upcoming worship themes.Finalize worship setlist and service order.Distribute music, charts, keys, tracks, and rehearsal notes to volunteers no later than one week before service.Schedule musicians and production volunteers.Conduct weekly rehearsal.Prepare stage, equipment, and technical systems.Lead worship service(s).Lead volunteer prayer and preparation before services.Update worship-related communication and social media content.Qualifications / Required

Clear testimony of faith in Jesus Christ.Experience leading worship in a church setting.Strong vocal and instrumental proficiency (piano and/or guitar).Ability to recruit, organize, and lead volunteer teams.Preferred

Experience with worship planning software.Experience with audio, video, livestream, and presentation systems.Experience managing social media and digital communications.Character Expectations
The Music Director must demonstrate:

Spiritual maturity and integrity.Humility and servant leadership.Dependability and professionalism.Strong communication skills.Emotional maturity and teachability.Commitment to teamwork and collaboration.A genuine love for people and desire to help others grow in Christ.Applicants should send their resume and music samples to: [email protected]: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10.0 – 15.0 per week

Benefits:

Flexible scheduleExperience:

music leadership: 1 year (Preferred)Work Location: In person