Position Description

PRIMARY PURPOSE

We’re seeking a talented Music Director to bring creative arrangements, clear direction and a greater sense of community to our worship team. Working alongside our Worship Pastor and Production Director, you’ll be a part of crafting impactful, high-quality worship experiences on Sundays and working on creative projects like music videos (worship moments) and songwriting.

Qualifications

• Proficient in one or more of the following instruments: drums, keys, bass, electric guitar.
• Knowledge of the Nashville Number System.
• Competency in Ableton Live, use of multitracks, and advanced programming (controlling lyrics, lights, etc). 
• Basic operating knowledge of DiGiCo S/Quantum consoles. 

Core Responsibilities 

• Serving as the leader of the band, fostering community among the musicians. 
• Music directing on Sundays, 3-4 times monthly (developing other key leaders to music direct if the competency is there). 
• Alongside the Worship Pastor, facilitate efficient, productive mid-week rehearsals.
• Ensuring PCO Services is prepped with the appropriate reference tracks and charts each week to ensure everyone is adequately prepared for rehearsals. 
• Developing reference tracks to communicate custom arrangements.  
• General stage preparation for weekly gathering (tidying cables, resetting instrument stations).
• Equipment maintenance and inventory (scheduling repairs, replacing damaged equipment, ensuring all equipment is marked and returned after rentals).
• Conducting auditions for prospective volunteers. 
• Fostering community and camaraderie among the church’s musicians.  
• Overseeing a discipleship model across the entire church that trains musicians in their craft and develops a heart of worship.
• Developing and leading a community-facing music initiative. 

Secondary Responsibilities

• Facilitating workshops or training as part of the discipleship and training model. 
• Being available for one-on-one coaching with band volunteers.
• Leading the production of original songs (if skills are applicable).
• Assisting with the development of Next Generation musicians. 

What Success Looks Like

• High-quality Sunday worship, ensuring that arrangements are contextual, creative and replicable across a diverse team. 
• Musicians of every age and stage are growing in their craft and being challenged to lead, expand their skills, or take on more responsibilities. 
• Expanding use of digital technology in worship (automation of lyrics, lighting cues, etc). 

Expectations & Compensation 

• Hours: 40 per week. 
• Salary: Commensurate with experience. 
• Benefits: GKM’s benefits package.
• Reports to: Associate Pastor, Ministries
• Targeted Start: January 2025

To Apply:

Please submit a resume, cover letter and three references to jobs@globalkingdom.ca. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Please provide a short portfolio of applicable production work, like custom arrangements, and 1-2 videos of you playing live in a worship band context. 

Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada.

We will review applications on a rolling basis and will reach out to candidates selected for an interview.