Musician

The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith serve others and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area. Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminarys campus the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.

Job Summary

The Musician at Ascension Catholic Church is responsible for providing high-quality musical leadership and performance during church services events rehearsals and special programs. This role requires proficiency in vocal or instrumental performance the ability to learn and interpret a variety of musical pieces and collaboration with clergy music directors and fellow musicians. Responsibilities include rehearsing performing maintaining instruments and equipment and contributing to a positive worship experience. Candidates should demonstrate strong musical skills reliability professionalism effective communication and the flexibility to work evenings weekends and holidays as needed. Formal music training is preferred but not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform live music at events venues or recording sessions as required.
• Rehearse individually and with other musicians or ensembles to prepare for performances.
• Learn and interpret musical pieces accurately following direction from conductors bandleaders or music directors.
• Compose arrange or adapt music as needed for performances or recordings.
• Maintain and care for musical instruments and equipment.
• Collaborate with sound engineers and production teams to ensure high-quality sound and performance setup.
• Engage with audiences in a professional and charismatic manner during live shows.
• Stay current with musical trends techniques and repertoire relevant to the role or genre.
• Attend meetings auditions and rehearsals punctually and professionally.
• Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner at all times.

Job Requirements

• Proven experience as a professional musician performer or recording artist.
• Proficiency in one or more musical instruments or in vocal performance.
• Strong understanding of music theory rhythm and performance techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret musical notation and chord charts (if required for the role).
• Excellent stage presence and communication skills.
• Creativity adaptability and the ability to collaborate effectively with others.
• Reliable punctual and committed to rehearsals and performances.
• Flexibility to work evenings weekends and holidays depending on performance schedules.
• Formal training in music or a related field is preferred but not required.

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race color religion gender national origin age marital parental veteran or disability status.

Pre-Employment Screening
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check Family Care Safety Registration drug screen employment and educational licensure/certification verification health screening and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.

Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1