Worship & Creative Director

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the sound, systems, and culture of a life-giving church with a bold, growing vision. Generation Life Church is a multicultural, multigenerational church that exists to multiply by growing in our faith together and reaching our community for Jesus located in Hillsborough, North Carolina –  30 minutes west of Raleigh-Durham.

The Worship & Creative Director leads people into powerful moments of worship, communicates clearly and creatively, and helps support the heart and flow of the church behind the scenes. This is a key leadership role for someone who loves people, thrives in both creative and structured environments, and helps move the mission forward with excellence and heart.

WHAT WE EXPECT — AND WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

This role is about more than music or logistics—it’s about mission. It helps cultivate environments where people encounter Jesus and systems that enable the church to grow with clarity and creativity.

This leader is:

• Spiritually grounded and emotionally mature
• A natural leader who’s just as comfortable on stage as behind the scenes
• A clear communicator and organized doer
• Passionate about helping people connect with Jesus and His church
• Intentional in embodying and advancing the vision of our church—to be multicultural, multigenerational, and multiplying
• Empowered to bring creative ideas, leadership, style, and vision to the role —contributing in ways to build upon and strengthen the heart, direction, and vision of Generation Life Church.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

WORSHIP LEADERSHIP

• Lead worship on Sundays with spiritual depth and musical excellence
• Personally lead many of the songs during worship, while also empowering vocalists to lead regularly in alignment   with our value of multiplication
• Resource and encourage team members to grow in skill, spiritual depth, and unity—fostering strong community and consistent communication among musicians and vocalists
• Champion a healthy, Spirit-led worship culture
• Motivate and equip the team to grow and create powerful worship environments continually
• Provide oversight of scheduling, communication, and Sunday worship planning

CREATIVE & COMMUNICATIONS

• Collaborate with the existing Creative Team to enhance and elevate visual elements (slides, screens, graphics) for Sunday services
• Coordinate weekly internal communication—including a GenLife newsletter—to keep our church family informed and inspired
• Lead storytelling and marketing efforts that introduce GenLife to the broader community, reflecting our heart and culture
• Strategize and manage social media content that communicates life-change, belonging, and the benefits of being part of a life-giving church
• Ensure that all communication reflects the voice, values, and vision of GenLife

PASTORAL ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT

• Assist the Lead Pastor with weekly scheduling, planning, and communication
• Help manage special projects and timelines that support the church’s vision
• Handle behind-the-scenes prep for Sunday services, events, and outreach
• Provide consistent, reliable support that frees the pastor to lead with clarity

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

“As a team member, I always wanted to know when I was doing a good job. It used to drive me nuts to be evaluated on things that were never clearly communicated to me. That’s why we’ve included this—so you’ll always know what winning looks like, and when you’re crushing it.”

This section exists to clarify the wins. 

When these things are happening, you can be confident you’re making a lasting impact.

MULTICULTURAL: Creating a Worship Culture that Looks Like Heaven

• Worship environments that are Spirit-filled, excellent, and well-prepared
• A creative ministry that reflects the beauty, diversity, and passion of our church
• Messaging and visuals that welcome people from all walks of life

MULTIGENERATIONAL: Serving the Whole House, From Platform to Planning

• Sunday services that flow smoothly and connect across generations
• A pastor who is well-supported, organized, and able to lead with clarity
• Volunteers who feel seen, equipped, and part of the mission

MULTIPLYING: Strengthening Systems That Expand Our Reach

• Strong weekly communication systems that unify the church
• Marketing and outreach that help people discover GenLife
• A church that feels connected, equipped, and mission-focused week after week

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of worship leading experience
• Established musicianship that supports the flow of service and style
• Profile and desire to showcase the kingdom of God
• Spiritually mature individual who knows how to enter into the presence of God both in private and public.
• Established references of church attendance, participation, and stewardship

Working Conditions:

This role typically does not require travel, except when authorized by the supervisor for general office support or training purposes. The noise level in the work environment is conducive to a musical environment with occasional loud noise.  The position is primarily in a stage setting that involves continuous movement with frequent interaction with church members, visitors, and lead team members. The role requires sitting, standing, and light lifting of up to 50 pounds. The environment is fast-paced and may include frequent interruptions or changing priorities.