Contract Event Production Technician/Event Ma

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