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Church Audio Engineer Jobs in Missouri (NOW HIRING)

Our church... is a non-denominational multi-site church with four St. Louis-area campuses where we ... Bring fresh song and music ideas to programming-writing, recording, and producing demos when ...

Our church... is a non-denominational multi-site church with four St. Louis-area campuses where we ... Bring fresh song and music ideas to programming-writing, recording, and producing demos when ...

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How much do church audio engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for church audio engineer in Missouri is $79,220.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,900.00 and $106,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a church audio engineer do?

A Church Audio Engineer is responsible for managing and operating the sound system during church services and events. They ensure clear audio for the congregation, handle microphones, mix live sound, and troubleshoot technical issues. Their role also includes setting up sound equipment, recording sermons, and sometimes training volunteers. The goal is to create an immersive and distraction-free worship experience through excellent sound quality.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a church audio engineer?

To thrive as a Church Audio Engineer, you need a solid grasp of sound engineering principles, audio equipment setup, troubleshooting, and live event mixing, often backed by hands-on experience or technical training. Familiarity with digital mixing consoles, microphones, wireless systems, and industry-standard software such as Pro Tools or QLab is highly beneficial, and some churches may prefer certifications from organizations like AVIXA. Excellent communication, teamwork, and adaptability are valuable soft skills, as you’ll often coordinate with worship teams, speakers, and volunteers. These competencies ensure reliable, high-quality sound that supports the service and enhances the congregation’s experience.

What are common challenges faced by church audio engineers, and how do they overcome them?

Church Audio Engineers often face challenges such as balancing varying sound preferences among worship leaders and congregants, ensuring clear audio in rooms with difficult acoustics, and managing equipment malfunctions under tight time constraints. To overcome these hurdles, they rely on strong technical problem-solving skills, regular equipment maintenance, and effective communication with ministry staff and volunteers. Flexibility and the ability to stay calm during live events are crucial, as unexpected issues can arise at any moment. Proactive planning, rehearsals, and continual learning help Church Audio Engineers provide consistent audio quality and contribute positively to the worship experience.

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Job description

Description:

The Broadcast Audio Engineer is responsible for executing the broadcast mix of our church services and events. We are looking for someone with the ability to understand the entirety of both the Worship & Production Departments scopes and implement them into specific ministry areas as needed. This role will require strong task- management skills to continually evaluate services and event timelines with the changing seasons of the church.


Personal Responsibilities

  • Be committed to grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ (2 Peter 3:18; 1 Peter 2:2) by assembling for instruction in God’s Word and engaging in the personal study of God’s Word.
  • Responsibly use the resources at your disposal to foster the mission and vision of Abundant Life (1 Peter 5:1-4).
  • Participate in an Abundant Life group (Acts 2:41-42) as well as the discipleship ministry (Matthew 28:18-20).
  • Live in a way that glorifies God and aligns with the staff core values (1 Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:5-9).
  • Be committed to giving to the needs of the saints (2 Corinthians 8:1-7 & 9:12).
  • Become a member of Abundant Life Church

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

  • Execute the live mix of Weekend Services for Abundant Life Church Online.
  • Execute the live mix of the mid-week services, weekend services, and events at Abundant Life Church for Abundant Life Church Online. This includes all evening ministry services (Fusion Students, Paradigm Young Adults, The Gathering (Women), Sunday services, and any extra events that live stream to our Abundant Life destinations
  • Work with ministry leaders and TD to continue meeting ministry needs.
  • Maintain a working knowledge of new technologies within the industry to assist in further ministry development.
  • Enlist, train, and develop broadcast audio engineers for the Production Department of Abundant Life Church.
  • Work with TD to provide an annual budget for board approval.
  • Perform other duties as requested by the Lee's Summit Technical Director.
  • Other duties as reasonably assigned**.

Skills and Qualifications

This position requires a team player who is motivated to strive for excellence in all things. Success in this role demands someone that is a high-caliber leader of volunteers who values relationships and uses effective communication skills to teach, inspire, motivate, and mentor others. The Broadcast Audio Engineer must be highly organized with the ability to be task-oriented and hit deadlines on a consistent basis.

Above all, AL relies heavily on the embodiment of the Staff Core Values in all areas of the ministry to support our mission of seeing lives changed by Jesus and our vision of being living proof of a loving God to a watching world. The essential functions and responsibilities listed are representative of the position but are not intended to be all-

inclusive of the traits needed to perform the job.

  • Proficiency in ProTools mixing, editing, and music editing.
  • Proficient in Yamaha audio consoles, Waves LV1, and Waves sound grid
  • Highly adaptable and ability to work under pressure
  • Ability to produce in a fast-paced environment with aggressive deadlines
  • Proficiency in tuning vocals
  • Proficiency in Dante Networking

Experience Requirements

  • 3+ years relevant experience and proficiency in mixing audio (studio and live settings)
  • Experience working/serving in a church production environment
  • Advanced understanding of audio signal flow.

Schedule

  • Sunday (6am – 1pm)
  • Monday - Thursday (1pm – 9pm)

*It is the policy of Abundant Life Baptist Church to provide a workplace free from discrimination. We base all employment decisions on job-related qualifications and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, military status, or any other class protected by federal, state, or local law.

**The responsibilities, skills, and qualifications listed above are not intended to be all-inclusive of the abilities needed to perform the job.

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