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Live Production Manager, Worship Associate Pastor, Music Director and teams. The Campus Worship Pastor leads the congregation toward intimacy with God by developing highly anointed, skilled, Spirit ...

Live Production Manager, Worship Associate Pastor, Music Director and teams. The Campus Worship Pastor leads the congregation toward intimacy with God by developing highly anointed, skilled, Spirit ...

Live Production Manager, Worship Associate Pastor, Music Director and teams. The Campus Worship Pastor leads the congregation toward intimacy with God by developing highly anointed, skilled, Spirit ...

Live Production Manager, Worship Associate Pastor, Music Director and teams. The Campus Worship Pastor leads the congregation toward intimacy with God by developing highly anointed, skilled, Spirit ...

Worship Leader

Keller, TX · On-site

$50 - $80/hr

Associate Worship Pastor Job Type: Full-Time (Sunday - Thursday) Department: Worship Reports To: Director of Worship About Keystone Church Keystone Church is a thriving, creative, and ...

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Worship Associate information

What is a worship associate?

Worship Associates are individuals who assist in planning, leading, and supporting worship services in religious or spiritual communities. Their responsibilities may include reading scripture, leading prayers, coordinating music, and helping create a welcoming atmosphere during services. Worship Associates often work closely with clergy or worship leaders to ensure that services run smoothly and are meaningful for attendees. Their role can be both logistical and spiritual, contributing to the overall worship experience. Requirements and expectations for Worship Associates can vary depending on the faith tradition and specific congregation.

How does a worship associate typically collaborate with other ministry team members during service planning?

A Worship Associate usually works closely with pastors, music directors, and technical teams to plan and execute worship services. This involves attending regular planning meetings, coordinating song selections, and ensuring that all elements of the service flow smoothly together. Effective communication and flexibility are key, as last-minute adjustments may be needed. Collaboration also often extends to volunteers, such as choir members or audio-visual staff, to create a cohesive and meaningful worship experience for the congregation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a worship associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Worship Associate, you need a solid background in music (vocal or instrumental), familiarity with worship traditions, and often a degree in music, ministry, or related fields. Competence with audio/visual equipment, worship planning software, and music technology is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, flexibility, and the ability to collaborate creatively with team members and congregations are highly valued. These skills are crucial to ensuring meaningful and seamless worship experiences that support the spiritual life of a community.

What is the difference between Worship Associate vs Music Director?

AspectWorship AssociateMusic Director
CredentialsTypically requires religious or spiritual training, certification in worship or ministry, and sometimes music or choir experienceUsually holds music degrees or extensive musical training, with experience in conducting and arranging
Work EnvironmentReligious services, community events, spiritual gatheringsChoirs, musical ensembles, worship services, concerts
Employer & IndustryReligious organizations, churches, spiritual centersReligious institutions, concert halls, schools
Common Search & ComparisonWorship Associate vs Music Director

The Worship Associate primarily supports worship services through spiritual guidance, assisting with rituals, and community engagement, often with a focus on pastoral care. The Music Director leads musical aspects of services, directing choirs or bands, and overseeing musical arrangements. While both roles may collaborate, the Worship Associate emphasizes spiritual facilitation, whereas the Music Director focuses on musical leadership.

Do worship teams get paid?

Worship team members, including worship associates, are typically volunteers, but some churches or organizations may offer stipends or small payments for their services. Compensation varies depending on the church's size, budget, and whether the role is part-time or full-time, often requiring musical skills and rehearsal commitments.

What are the most commonly searched types of Worship jobs in Texas?

The most popular types of Worship jobs in Texas are:

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What cities in Texas are hiring for Worship Associate jobs?

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Infographic showing various Worship Associate job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, and 28% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Campus Worship Pastor (NRH)

Gateway Church

North Richland Hills, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago


Gateway Church rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

9th of 18 rated religious organizations


Job description

Summary of Position:

The Campus Worship Pastor is responsible for overseeing all worship and live production ministry activities to cultivate a healthy culture of worship and facilitate leadership, care and community at the campus level. This position reports to the Campus Pastor and oversees the campus worship and live production teams: Live Production Manager, Worship Associate Pastor, Music Director and teams.

The Campus Worship Pastor leads the congregation toward intimacy with God by developing highly anointed, skilled, Spirit-filled leaders and teams, for all weekly and weekend worship experiences. This role maintains the best practices, standards and policies of Gateway Worship.

*All applications must include 1 or 2 videos of you leading worship, in addition to a resume.

Principle Responsibilities:

Campus Worship Responsibilities:
Lead worship on a 5 weekend rotation (generally 5 Sundays on, 1 Sunday off)
Oversee weekend worship services: Including soundcheck/rehearsal
Develop Worship song list, post songs on PCO
Meet and oversee MD for service planning
Attend pre-service meetings
Weekend Service planning meetings Campus Worship Operations Responsibilities
Campus Worship Operations (PCO scheduling and workflows)
Manage Worship budget (operational and event staff)
Pastoring the Team - communication, one on one meetings, care, family gatherings


Live Production Oversight
Oversee Live Production Manager
Oversee their spiritual, professional and relational development
Weekly oversight meetings
Meet with all Live Production staff/teams (team gatherings)

Youth and Kids Oversight
Oversee Worship Associate Pastor
Oversee spiritual, professional and relational development
Weekly oversight meetings
Attend Youth services monthly
Mentor/Pastor kids worship teams (weekend family time)
Meet with all NextGen staff/teams (team gatherings)
Onboarding / Coaching Management
Coaching sessions (Adult and NextGen - at least 2 sessions each, annually)
Onboarding process (in-take, evals, coaching)
Ongoing Development (for current team members, to develop worship leaders)
Campus/Central Collaboration
Monthly meetings with Pastor of Gateway Worship
Available to serve in Central Worship events
Campus Specific Activities
Monthly Campus Staff Meetings
Campus Lead Team meetings
Pastor on-call

Required Skills and Job Complexity


a) Unique Skills and Knowledge

Ability to appropriately handle sensitive and confidential information
Proficiency in meeting task deadlines/timelines
Strong communication skills and strategic thinker
Prioritize time
Recruiting and motivate capable volunteers
Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task
Highly motivated and able to work independently


b) Problem Solving and Decision Making

Present facts in an organized manner
Provide detailed description of possible solutions
Positive attitude and positive approach to problem solving
Brings all necessary materials to meetings, events, etc.


c) Relational Connections

Pastoral & Office staff
Worship and Live Production Family - team members & volunteers
Gateway Support staff (Facilities, etc.)
Congregational members
Leaders of other churches


d) Physical Capabilities

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must
be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of
the job. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly
required to:


- Sit/stand long periods of time
- Occasionally kneel, or crouch
- The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 lbs. and
occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.


Competencies Critical to this Position


Core Competencies :

Highly Self-Motivated

Team player with positive, servant-motivated
attitude

Pastoral heart to shepherd people well, on
and off platform

Communication skills, both written and oral, at all
levels

Technical Competencies

Microsoft Office and Internet applications

Ability to direct musical rehearsals at all levels

Read and write music using standard notation and Nashville
numbering system

Ability to administrate and prioritize varied workloads, executing
appropriate judgment and confidentiality

Key Performance Measurements

Time and energy given to Worship Mentoring.
Professional and pastoral leadership given to worship ministries of Gateway Church.
Excel in building, raising up, and releasing worshippers who are strong in character and leadership.
Worship leadership provided in multiple services.
Musical rehearsals conducted in a professional and pastoral manner.
Implement operations, procedures and protocol of the vision for worship ministries as set by Executive Pastor of Worship.
Job performance indicators as listed in Pastoral and Management Evaluation.

Gateway Church does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law as it applies to churches. However, Gateway Church does
discriminate on the basis of religion.
Employment Requirement: All Staff must be a member or become a member of Gateway Church upon employment.


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