Drummer/Percussionist - Worship Musician

Job Description

Job Description

Drummer / Percussionist

New Shiloh Christian Center — Melbourne, Florida

New Shiloh Christian Center is seeking an energetic, skilled, and Spirit-led Drummer to join our Worship & Music Ministry team. The ideal candidate will have strong musical ability, excellent timing, and a passion for creating an atmosphere of worship through music.

Responsibilities

• Provide drum accompaniment during Sunday worship services, rehearsals, conferences, revivals, and special church events
• Support praise and worship leaders, choir members, and musicians with dynamic and appropriate playing
• Maintain strong rhythm, tempo, and musical sensitivity during worship flow
• Play a variety of musical styles including gospel, contemporary worship, praise breaks, and traditional church music
• Attend scheduled rehearsals and ministry meetings
• Collaborate professionally with the music ministry team
• Demonstrate flexibility during spontaneous worship moments and transitions

Qualifications

• Proficiency on drum set/percussion
• Experience playing in church, gospel, or live band settings preferred
• Strong sense of timing, dynamics, and musical structure
• Ability to follow direction while contributing creativity and energy
• Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented
• Positive attitude and willingness to serve in ministry
• Respect for church leadership and ministry standards

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with gospel chops, praise breaks, worship ballads, and contemporary church styles
• Ability to play with click tracks or backing tracks is a plus
• Experience working with choirs and praise teams
• Knowledge of sound levels and stage professionalism

Schedule

• Sunday/Wednesday Worship Services
• Weekly Rehearsals
• Special services and church events as needed