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JAMES RIVER CHURCH

Video Editor - Full Time

Ozark, MO · On-site

Special services and functions will be required as deemed necessary by the Lead Pastor. 5. Maintain a high level of personal integrity, honesty, and confidentiality in dealing both with the staff and ...

JAMES RIVER CHURCH

Video Editor - Full Time

Ozark, MO · On-site

Special services and functions will be required as deemed necessary by the Lead Pastor. 5. Maintain a high level of personal integrity, honesty, and confidentiality in dealing both with the staff and ...

James River Church

JRKids Service Care

Ozark, MO · On-site

Special services and functions will be required as deemed necessary by the Lead Pastor. 5. Maintain a high level of personal integrity, honesty, and confidentiality in dealing both with the staff and ...

JAMES RIVER CHURCH

JRKids Service Care

Ozark, MO · On-site

Special services and functions will be required as deemed necessary by the Lead Pastor. 5. Maintain a high level of personal integrity, honesty, and confidentiality in dealing both with the staff and ...

JAMES RIVER CHURCH

JRKids Service Care

Ozark, MO

Special services and functions will be required as deemed necessary by the Lead Pastor. 5. Maintain a high level of personal integrity, honesty, and confidentiality in dealing both with the staff and ...

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How much do lead pastor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for lead pastor in Springfield, MO is $60,127.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47,000.00 and $61,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a lead pastor?

Lead pastors are the primary leaders of a church, responsible for setting the spiritual direction, preaching sermons, and providing pastoral care to the congregation. They oversee the church's staff and ministries, ensuring that the church's mission and vision are carried out effectively. In addition to spiritual leadership, lead pastors often handle administrative duties, mentor church members, and represent the church in the community.

What is the difference between Lead Pastor vs Associate Pastor?

AspectLead PastorAssociate Pastor
CredentialsTypically requires theological degree, ordination, and pastoral experienceSimilar credentials, often with less experience required
Work EnvironmentLeads the entire church, sets vision, oversees staffSupports Lead Pastor, focuses on specific ministries or congregations
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in churches to denote the primary spiritual leaderUsed in churches for secondary pastoral roles assisting the Lead Pastor

The main difference between a Lead Pastor and an Associate Pastor lies in their responsibilities and authority. The Lead Pastor is the primary spiritual leader, responsible for church vision and overall leadership, while the Associate Pastor supports the Lead Pastor and manages specific ministries. Both roles require similar credentials, but the Lead Pastor holds a higher level of responsibility within the church hierarchy.

What does a lead pastor do?

A lead pastor’s duties are to lead their congregation in all forms of spiritual matters. In this career, you organize and lead worship services. You may oversee other pastors or laypeople who work in the church, organize and schedule events, and participate in outreach and community service events, such as running soup kitchens or other volunteer services. As the lead pastor, you are the principal authority of your church, and you represent the church within the wider religious organization with which you affiliate.

What are some common challenges lead pastors face when balancing administrative duties with spiritual leadership?

Lead Pastors often need to juggle a wide range of responsibilities, from sermon preparation and pastoral care to overseeing staff and managing church operations. A common challenge is ensuring that administrative tasks, such as budgeting and team management, do not overshadow time spent on spiritual leadership, prayer, and community engagement. Effective delegation, strong organizational skills, and clear communication within the church staff and leadership team are essential to maintaining this balance. Many churches address this by building a strong support staff and lay leadership to share the load, enabling the Lead Pastor to focus on vision-casting and discipleship.
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Infographic showing various Lead Pastor job openings in Springfield, MO as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $60,127 per year, or $28.9 per hour.

Creative Team Motion Designer - Full Time

JAMES RIVER CHURCH

Ozark, MO • On-site

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Description:

Under the direction of the Director of Communication in conjunction with the Creative Team Director and the mission of James River Church, the Motion Designer is to provide highly creative content for the creative ministries of James River Church. Additionally, the Motion Designer will provide professional execution, inspiration and completion of a variety of high level content for James River Church, paying careful attention to maintaining the brand identity of James River Church – in accordance with the style-guide approved by the leadership.


Essential Functions & Job Duties

  • Shoot and edit videos as needed
  • Create graphics/animations for videos used during weekly services and special events
  • Produce screen visuals for all events and Sunday morning content
  • Specialty design and animation for event openers, etc.
  • Assist in producing a variety of videos including but not limited to promotional pieces for social media, highlights, and behind the scenes videos
  • All other duties as assigned
Requirements:
  • 2+ years’ experience in video production (shooting and editing with Adobe Premiere)
  • 2+ years’ experience with After Effects and third-party plugins
  • Film degree or equivalent experience preferred
  • Examples of work available online (please include link in “key strengths” section or on resume)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

  • Knowledge of Cinema4D and other 3D applications
  • Expert-level proficiency of common graphic design and motion tools
  • Willingness to learn, grow in skillset, and remain flexible
  • Passionate about the Gospel and motivated in building the local church
  • High attention to detail
  • Great time management skills and ability to work under pressure
  • Exceptional communication skills


Code of Conduct and Character

James River Church is Pastor-led, and staff driven with board oversight. James River Church staff are expected and considered to share in the responsibility of practicing and propagating the Christian gospel message and upholding the doctrine of the Church (the employer), as stated on our website and in our Bylaws. As leaders and ministers of the gospel, staff therefore agree to the following:


1. Develop and maintain a close personal walk with the Lord including:

a. Daily devotional time with the Lord.

b. Daily dependence on the empowerment of the Spirit.

2. Develop a strong marriage and family life. This includes:

a. Communicating and sharing with your spouse.

b. Spending time together on days off and when extra time is available.

3. Keep personal finances in order with no delinquencies.

4. Attend all regularly scheduled services in the church. Special services and functions will be required as deemed necessary by the Lead Pastor.

5. Maintain a high level of personal integrity, honesty, and confidentiality in dealing both with the staff and congregation.

6. Maintain a Christian outlook and attitude at all times.

7. Maintain loyalty to the staff and church, actively promoting unity within the church.



HEART BEHIND ALL WE DO


JOY

Smile at EVERYONE you encounter!

“Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!” Phil 4:4 (NIV)

“In your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.” Ps 16:11 (ESV)


ENTHUSIASM

Be enthusiastic about your role, about the church, & about what God is doing in your life and in the church.

“Zeal for your house has consumed me…” Ps 69:9 (ESV)

“I was overjoyed when they said, ‘Let’s go up to the house of the Lord.’” Ps 122:1 (TPT)


ENCOURAGEMENT

Be encouraging with your countenance, with your words, and with your actions to the team and to everyone you connect with as you serve!

“So encourage each other and build each other up…” 1 Thess 5:11 (NLT)

“…Look for the best in each other, and always do your best to bring it out.” 1 Thess 5:15 (MSG)


LOVE AND CARE

Show compassion & represent the love of Jesus!

“Dear friends, let us continue to love one another, for love comes from God.” 1 John 4:7 (NLT)

“Love each other. Just as I have loved you, you should love each other.” Jn 13:34 (NLT)


SERVANT - MINDED

How can we help you with what you need? If needed, connect the individual to someone who can help.

“God has given each of you a gift from his great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another.” 1 Pt 4:10 (NLT)

“For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve others and to give his life as a ransom for many.” Mt 20:28 (NLT)

“…Through love serve and seek the best for one another.” Ga 5:13 (AMP)

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