Music Producer Reports To: Music Lead
Team: Music
FLSA Status: Full-time, Exempt, Sunday-Thursday
Department: Weekend Services
Role Summary: The Music Producer oversees the creation and programming of Ableton tracks ensuring they are excellent each week for all Sunday Services and Special Events at all TC locations. This specialist consistently curates, develops, and innovates TC Music's unique multiethnic and multigenerational sound that aligns with the Vision and Values of TC.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: As a TC team member, responsible for personal spiritual formation, growing as an Upward, Inward, Outward disciple of Jesus Christ. This will mainly be expressed through the Five Characteristics of a Transformer (worship, connect, serve, give, invite).Responsible for protecting the Culture of TC and for living out the Five C's—Character, Competency, Catalytic, Collaboration, and Chemistry.Discovers, develops, disciples, and deploys Music Servant Leaders in areas pertaining to Music in accordance with the Vision and Values of Transformation Church.Executes Ableton Live programming for all TC-related events across locations.Leads as Musical Director (MD) for Sunday Services and Special Events with engaging worship through existing and original music.Creates and programs original arrangements in Ableton Live.Manages organization of files in Dropbox, including Ableton, Studio Stems, and Multitrack.Produces TC Original Music, including pre- and post-service music.Manages purchasing and receipt keeping of tracks and rehearsal resources (e.g., Apple Music MP3s, Multitrack, Loop Community, Chord Charts).Edits and adds Vocal Stem recordings in collaboration with the Music Specialist.Provides mastered songs for publishing house uploads.Plans and executes Music Team aspects for weekend services, aligning with sermon series.Coach and develop musicians and instrumentalists.Develops and trains servant leaders for MD positions.Champions, attends, and equips music rehearsals and weekend services to ensure team readiness.Leads and shepherds Music Team members through various relational opportunities.Coordinates special Music Team events like Greenroom Sessions and Live Recordings.Evaluates Music activities, seeking new growth opportunities.Additional Requirements: Availability to work evenings and/or weekends as required.TC Membership Requirement: TC staff members must become members of Transformation Church within a reasonable period.Competencies Required: To perform successfully, the following competencies should be demonstrated:
Prerequisites: Christ follower who allows the Holy Spirit to work in and through oneself and lives a life of worship - Upward, Inward, Outward. Affirms and lives out the TC Vision and Values – multiethnic, multigenerational, and mission-shaped. Acts with high standards of ethics, honesty, and integrity.Strategic Planning and Innovation: Ability to envision, plan, and implement new strategies aligning with TC's growth plan. Strategic implementation to align work with TC goals.Organizational and Project Management Skills: Processes and tracks information effectively. Maintains organization diligently. Prioritizes work efficiently, demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness, and timely completion of tasks.Action-Oriented: Takes initiative to actively move tasks forward to completion. Initiates action as needed and displays optimism. Efficiently achieves goals with others, builds relationships, and seeks win/win solutions. Thrives in a team-focused environment.Communication: Demonstrates relational skills and emotional intelligence to build trust. Exercises discretion and confidentiality. Communicates clearly and concisely in written and verbal formats.Flexibility and Adaptability: Adapts positively to change, delays, or unexpected events.Reasoning Ability: Applies logical thinking to complex situations, effectively managing challenges with sound judgment.Qualifications: Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with three years of ministryexperience or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Bachelor's degree in a music related field with five years of experience at a pastoral level in a ministry context is preferred.Computer/Technical Skills: Exceptional knowledge of music theory, advanced use of music instruments and equipment as well as music production software such as Ableton, Pro Tools and/or Logic; intermediate level ability to use Microsoft Office software and CCB/MyTC. Experience using Distrokid or other digital music distribution services preferred.Certificates and Licenses: CPR/AED Certification (training provided by Transformation Church)
Supervisory Responsibilities: This role is responsible for overseeing 25+ Servant Leaders.
Work Environment and Physical Demands: The work environment is generally moderate, with varying lighting conditions and noise levels. Will require occasional lifting and physical movement. Specific vision and manual dexterity abilities are required. Reasonable accommodation can be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
