RIVERBEND CHURCH
4214 N. Capital of Texas Hwy
Austin, TX 78746
Contract Event Production Technician/Event Manager
(Audio / Lighting / Stagehand, Event Management – Event-Based | 1099 Contractor)
We are seeking experienced Event Production Technicians to support church services and hosted events on an event-by-event contracted basis.
Events include memorials, weddings, church services, faith-based conferences, community gatherings, and outside rentals (faith-based and non-faith-based), including occasional outdoor events.
This is a 1099 independent contractor role scheduled as needed based on our event calendar.
Roles Needed
We are building a flexible production team and are currently hiring for:
Audio Technician
Live mixing for speech and live music
Microphone placement and system setup
Troubleshooting and signal flow management
Lighting Technician
Basic lighting programming and cue execution using a HOG Lighting console
Stage wash and event-appropriate lighting design
Operation during services and special events
Stagehand / Production Support
Load-in and load-out
Stage setup (podiums, backline, pipe & drape)
Cable management and equipment setup
Event Manager (Advanced Role)
Oversee technical setup and execution
Coordinate with pastors, families, wedding planners, musicians, and rental clients day of
Manage timelines and run-of-show
Responsibilities
Set up, operate, and strike audio, lighting, staging, and basic video systems
Support projection and livestream needs when required
Maintain professionalism, especially during memorial services
Follow venue safety standards (fire safety, OSHA awareness, ADA considerations)
Keep production areas organized and event-ready
Qualifications
Required:
Experience in live event or church production
Working knowledge of audio and/or lighting systems
Ability to lift 50 lbs
Availability for evenings and weekends
Strong communication and client-facing professionalism
Preferred:
Digital console experience
Lighting programming experience
Livestream or video production experience
Event coordination or stage management background
Job Details
1099 Independent Contractor
Event-by-event scheduling
Compensation determined per event or hourly (based on role and experience)
Reports to Director of Campus Production and Events