Immediate Need for Temporary Office Assistant

We at Lansing United Methodist Church are seeking a Temporary Office Assistant for a short-term assignment. Flexible, in-person, daytime hours (10-30 hours per week) at $17-19 per hour. Duties include answering phones, managing emails, updates to the church website, data entry, proofreading, and miscellaneous office duties as needed. For more information, please contact Pastor Alison Schmied via email at pastor@lansingunited.org. Note: If this is not quite the role for you, please help us spread the word of this need by sharing it with other individuals and/or professional networks. Thank you!

Livestream Video Operator/Producer

Works under leadership and supervision of the pastor.

Lansing United Methodist Church is seeking an experienced videographer to produce and create inspiring videos and live streaming media. These videos will primarily be live broadcasts of Sunday services, memorial services and other events. Pre-recorded segments will be used in service and online (social media/web site). You will also contribute to multiple video projects from concept to completion and run point for tasks such as scouting locations, cinematography, lighting, editing, and exporting.

Hours: 10 per week including 8:30-11:30 Sunday mornings on site during worship services. Some hours may be worked remotely.

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Oversee the design, layout and process of the church’s livestream broadcast of services.

· Develop pre-recorded segments for broadcast, social media and web

· Storyboard services with pre-recorded segments, scene selections, transitions and view information (such as hymn words, credits, etc,)

· Edit and upload video recorded by our pastoral staff

· Engage with all other videographers, video production and audio system volunteers

· Attend weekly meeting to review programming of weekend services

· Setup and assist in the live-stream and audio of services on Sunday mornings and other services

· Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the pastor

Qualifications/Experience:

Required

· Creative vision for videos used in services and on social media

· Ability to work independently, including, but not limited to directing models, planning shoots, and storyboarding videos

· Proficiency in OBS and vMix or another broadcast and video editing programs

· Openness to critique and enjoy working alongside church staff and volunteers

· Knowledge of many types of cameras, audio and production gear

· Enjoy working with direct talent and provide feedback for the best possible outcome

· Detail oriented, organized, and independent worker

Preferred

· In-depth knowledge of audio systems, video production and editing

· Planning and execution on video production for religious services

· Experience with YouTube analytics

· If you have experience in filmmaking, that’s great. We would love to see your work. If you’re just starting out, not an issue for us, send in your portfolio link.

LUMC is a vibrant and welcoming Christian community located about seven miles northwest of Ithaca, New York. We are dedicated to Christian growth and excited about what God is doing in our midst. Come grow with us!

If you are interested, please send a letter of interest and resume with three references to: LUMC Search Committee, 32 Brickyard Road, Lansing, NY 14882. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and position will remain open until it is filled. (This notice will be removed when position is filled.)

Youth Coordinator

Are you passionate about working with youth and adult volunteers to help them grow in their faith?

The Lansing United Methodist Church (LUMC) is looking for a Youth Coordinator to coordinate and deliver engaging programs for middle and high school youth (grades 7-12) that will foster their understanding, acceptance, and response to Christ’s love for them and the world. This academic year, 20 hour/week position may be your opportunity to answer God’s call.

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