THE RELEVANT CHURCH STORY

Pastor Carl Nichols is the visionary leader and shepherd of Relevant Church. He and Julie grew up not far from Locust Grove and moved there to launch the church in 2010. Under their guidance and unwavering commitment to faith, Relevant Church has grown into a vibrant spiritual community, whose impact extends beyond the church walls. They are spiritual leaders and passionate advocates for justice and compassion. Together with the Relevant Church community, they are championing the cause of human trafficking rescue and rehabilitation.

As Lead Pastor, Carl’s primary responsibilities include weekly teaching, leadership development, and directional leadership of the church. In addition, Carl helps direct the Church Leadership Network, a national leadership development network for pastors and church leaders, and a national church planting initiative.

As the Executive Director of Culture and Development, Julie works to ensure that Relevant’s staff, leadership, and programs align with the church’s mission, vision, values, and culture.

Together, Carl and Julie have two boys that they homeschool, and love to travel with and create experiences together as a family. Carl loves sports, especially the Braves, Falcons, Hawks, and Dawgs. Julie loves shopping and dreaming big for her family and her church. They are both excited for what God has in store for Relevant Church!

RELEVANT CHURCH

CORE VALUES

• RELENTLESS SACRIFICE: We are spiritual contributors, not spiritual consumers. We will always put others above our agenda.
• EVERYTHING JESUS: We will place our trust in Someone, not something, because He said He would never leave us or forsake us. His Word, the Bible, is our guide to life and godliness.
• LIMITLESS GENEROSITY: We cannot outgive God.
• EVERYONE ALWAYS: God did everything short of sin to reach us, so we will do everything short of sin to reach others.
• VISIONARY LEADERSHIP: We will play hard but work harder because excellence honors God and inspires people. We will be intentional in our efforts to remain “on mission” in everything we do.
• AUTHENTIC COMMUNITY: We will peel back the masks because authenticity paves the way for authentic relationships. Relationships are vital because you cannot do life alone.
• NEXT STEP, BEST STEP: We believe everybody has a “next step,” and reaching your full potential in Jesus Christ relies on taking the next best step.
• TRANSFORMATIONAL ENVIRONMENT: We will embrace our limitations because they inspire our greatest creativity and innovation. In doing so, we create environments; God changes lives.

JOB SUMMARY

The Production Director is responsible for leading and advancing all technical and production aspects across every ministry of Relevant Church—including adults, students, kids, and Celebrate Recovery. This role oversees all audio, video, and lighting (AVL) systems to create powerful, distraction-free worship environments that support teaching, music, storytelling, and creative elements. They will recruit, train, and develop a strong volunteer team, ensuring production leaders are equipped to serve with excellence across all ministries. The Production Director will also maintain and manage all technical equipment, ensuring systems are reliable, updated, and functioning properly. This role collaborates closely with church leadership, the Worship Team, and the Creative Team to plan and execute services and events. They will contribute to the mission and vision of Relevant Church through production.

CANDIDATE COMPETENCIES

• Strong technical proficiency in sound, lighting, video, and broadcast equipment operation.
• Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in a church or live production setting.
• Leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate volunteers and staff.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• A passion for creating impactful worship experiences.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leading all aspects of Sunday production, ensuring excellence and consistency in audio, video, and lighting (AVL) across all campus environments.
• Overseeing weekday production support for gatherings such as Celebrate Recovery, Youth, and Young Adults — maintaining a consistent level of quality, engagement, and worship experience.
• Managing and maintaining all production systems and equipment, including Digico, Allen & Heath, Midas, Blackmagic, grandMA, Resolume, and related infrastructure for both in-person and broadcast environments.
• Preparing and programming weekly services, including ProPresenter content, lighting cues, timecode, and playback integration to support worship, message, and transitions.
• Executing additional services and special events (e.g., Nights of Worship, conferences, and holiday experiences) with excellence and attention to creative and technical detail.
• Recruiting, training, and developing production volunteers, providing hands-on onboarding, technical instruction, and leadership development opportunities.
• Creating systems and processes that improve reliability, efficiency, and team communication across all production environments.
• Collaborating with ministry teams to ensure alignment in programming, transitions, and stage design that support the heart and vision of each service.
• Providing proactive equipment care and troubleshooting, scheduling maintenance and upgrades to keep all systems functioning at a professional level.
• Investing relationally in your team, fostering a culture of excellence, unity, and care that reflects the mission and values of Relevant Church.

LOCUST GROVE, GA

Nestled along the bustling I-75 corridor at Exit 212, Locust Grove stands as a beacon of accessibility and opportunity in Henry County, Georgia. With its strategic location providing easy access to major arteries like State Route 42 (US Highway 23) and other key routes linking it to Atlanta, Macon, Griffin, Jackson, and beyond, Locust Grove is not just a city; it’s a gateway to boundless possibilities. Situated 35 miles southeast of downtown Atlanta and a short 30-mile drive from Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, Locust Grove enjoys the advantage of being seamlessly connected to both the vibrant heart of Georgia’s capital and the global air travel hub that serves millions annually.

The horizon of opportunity stretches ever wider for Locust Grove, with visionary projects poised to shape its future. The forthcoming 5,700 square-foot QuikTrip travel center promises to enhance the city’s appeal as a stopover destination, while the planned South Campus of Piedmont-Henry Medical Center heralds a new era of healthcare excellence. With expansions underway, such as the enlargement of Bill Gardner Parkway to accommodate growth towards Highway 155 and the Henry County Airport, Locust Grove’s trajectory is one of boundless expansion and prosperity.

In Locust Grove, the past intertwines with the present and the future beckons with promise. Come, be a part of this dynamic community where opportunity knows no bounds, and the spirit of progress thrives in every corner.