Audio Visual technology is a powerful communication tool that can really help encourage the congregation when used well. On the other hand, when things go wrong it can be a powerful distraction! Overseeing the technology with skill and diligence allows the congregation can clearly hear what's happening at the front, be immersed in our corporate music-making, and stimulated by various types of visual media.

Time Commitment

• Frequency: Lead techs are rostered on about once a month
• Training: Initial training takes about 90 minutes, with annual refresher and extension training
• Before the service: arrive 30 minutes early to set up

What does a win look like?

• Everything is set up in good time
• The lead tech has prayed with the up-front contributors before the service
• The congregation hears everything they should, and nothing else
• The congregation sees everything they should on the screen, and nothing else
• The next service's lead tech finds all the equipment in good condition and the right place

Keys to winning

• A detailed procedure is in the lead tech manual with background knowledge in the training document

• The slideshow operator is your assistant – make sure they are on the right track

• Mic and video cues are key!

• Remember sermon recording is your job, not the slideshow operator's

• Always listen carefully!

• Be ready to start