Contemporary Worship Music Leader
We are looking for a dynamic individual with good vocal skills to lead worship and direct a small praise band (vocals, guitar, bass, drums) at two contemporary worship services a month. Should have experience working with an ensemble and be able to lead congregational singing. Should be comfortable with public speaking and leading congregational prayer. Keyboard or guitar skills would be a preferred but not required
REQUIREMENTS:
- * Strong, enthusiastic commitment to Jesus as Lord.
- * Ability to play from a lead sheet (fake book style).
- * Strong enough vocals to lead congregational singing.
- * Ability to lead, develop and nurture musical skills in others and to assist other singers in finding harmonies if needed.
- * Familiarity with contemporary Christian music Ability to lead other musicians at a rehearsal.
- * Must be open to ideas from the group and be confident to make musical decisions as the need arises.
- * Experience in leading or singing in contemporary worship.
- * Ability to communicate well through e-mail and over the phone.
DUTIES:
- * Select appropriate songs for each service (typically six songs per service).
- * Prepare any necessary arrangements and copies for the band.
- * Preparing CD’s of upcoming new songs is also very helpful for the other musicians.
- * Lead rehearsal for each service.
- * Also arrive early on Sunday for a run-through before the service begins.
- * Lead worship and praise band at two services per month (first and second Sundays of each month at 10:15 am).
- * Work with PowerPoint technician to make sure lyrics to be displayed for the congregation are accurate (via e-mail).
- * Reports to Co-Pastors and Director of Music and interfaces with Worship and Music Committee of Session.
RESOURCES AVAILABLE:
- Song Discovery CD’s and lead sheets – current subscription and back copies of 5 years WOW series – green and blue books.
- Salary to be negotiated based on experience, academic background and number of participating musicians.
MAIL RESUME TO:
Westwood First Presbyterian Church
ATTN: Rejoice Worship Team (Mike Rechel)
3011 Harrison Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45211
Or e-mail to: joanne@wfpc.org
