Position Summary
The Lighthouse Church Gulf Coast (TLC) is seeking a skilled, dependable, and Spirit-led Keyboard Player to join our worship and music ministry team. The ideal candidate must have a strong understanding of gospel music, be able to flow with live worship environments, and demonstrate professionalism, punctuality, and musical excellence during rehearsals and worship services.
This position plays a vital role in helping create a worship experience that is impactful, engaging, and spiritually uplifting for our congregation.
Key Responsibilities
Play keyboard for all scheduled worship services, special events, rehearsals, and ministry functions.
Be prepared to play the entire worship service from beginning to end.
Attend and actively participate in weekly rehearsals/practice sessions before Sunday services.
Arrive early and attend all required sound checks before service starts.
Work closely with the Pastor, Music Director, Worship Leader, and musicians to ensure musical excellence and smooth service flow.
Demonstrate the ability to follow spontaneous transitions, worship flow, and direction during live services.
Maintain a positive attitude, professionalism, and team-oriented spirit.
Required Qualifications
MUST be ON TIME for all rehearsals, sound checks, services, and events.
Must be able to practice at least once per week before Sunday service.
Must be able to attend sound check before every service.
Must be dependable and committed to consistency and excellence.
Strong keyboard proficiency with the ability to play by ear and/or with charts.
Must be able to play and transition between all styles and genres of Gospel Music.
Ability to follow vocalists, worship leaders, and musical direction in real time.
Previous church musician experience preferred.
Styles of Gospel Music Required
Traditional Gospel
Contemporary Gospel
Praise & Worship
Quartet
Choir Music
Urban/Contemporary Christian
Hymns and Congregational Songs
Preferred Characteristics
Professional appearance and attitude
Strong communication skills
Teachable spirit and willingness to grow
Ability to work well under pressure in live worship settings
Passion for ministry and worship
Schedule Expectations
Weekly rehearsal/practice
Sunday Worship Services
Additional church events and special services as scheduled
Compensation
Salary is negotiable based on experience, skill level, availability, and overall fit for the ministry.
This role requires commitment, preparation, punctuality, and excellence. Musicians are expected to arrive prepared, maintain professionalism, and contribute positively to the worship atmosphere and ministry culture of The Lighthouse Church Gulf Coast.
Pay: $250.00 - $350.00 per week
Work Location: In person
