Part Time Keyboardist/Organist

IN PERSON INTERVIEW IS REQUIRED

JOB TITLE: Part Time Keyboardist/Organist

DEPARTMENT: Visual and Performing Arts

WAGE CATEGORY: Part Time

REPORT TO: Director of Visual and Performing Arts and Director of Bands

DATE ESTABLISHED: 2009

ESSENTIAL JOBFUNCTIONS:

Skills & Qualifications

· Instrument Mastery: High proficiency on both the acoustic piano and the Hammond B3 organ (or digital equivalent).

· Stylistic Versatility: Expert knowledge of traditional gospel, contemporary praise and worship, spirituals, and traditional hymns.

· Aural Acuity: Strong capability to play by ear, learn songs quickly without sheet music, and construct complex chord voicings.

· Improvisation: Ability to create dynamic vamps, bridges, and extended intros/outros on the fly.

· Cultural Competency: An understanding of the cultural and historical significance of African American sacred music, as well as an ability to engage interactively with the congregation.

Working Environment & Expectations

· Schedule: Part-time. Requires presence on Sunday mornings for two services, and mid-week Thursday rehearsals. Other services/rehearsals are additional and compensated outside of this schedule.

· Leadership: Must function as an energetic, collaborative team player reporting to the Director of Visual and Performing Arts and Director of Bands

· Additional Duties: As determined/assigned

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $1,200.00 per month

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person