Joshua Green
Thousand Oaks,CA
Summary
Passionate and dedicated Worship Pastor with over 19 years of experience leading congregations in heartfelt worship. Committed to fostering spiritual growth, building strong worship teams, and creating meaningful worship experiences that resonate with diverse congregations. Seeking to leverage my skills and experience in a dynamic and growing church community.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Music and Worship
Calvary Community Church
09.2021 - Current
- Dynamic Worship Leader with a proven track record in curating spiritually enriching worship services.
- Revitalized worship culture through team development, and collaborating with senior leadership to align with vision and values.
- Skilled in leading diverse ministries, coordinating rehearsals, customizing worship songs for a multigenerational congregation, and providing pastoral care and spiritual guidance.
- Accomplished songwriter with production coordination experience, including a faith-based youth theatre program, "Calvary Centerstage," and our Young Adult's album, "Made to Worship."
- Proficient in creating custom music arrangements, video editing, and managing worship communications and events.
Music Director
Wildfish Theatre
09.2013 - 08.2021
- Experienced Musical Director with a strong background in children's theatre, having directed musical elements for over 30 productions, played piano, and led live bands.
- Skilled in arranging and teaching vocal and instrumental parts, tailoring coaching to young performers' unique needs, and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Adept at organizing rehearsals for musical precision and building relationships with cast members through mentorship and feedback.
- Innovated a film/live hybrid approach during COVID, expanding outreach to local performing arts schools and collaborating with iTheatrics in NYC on regional premieres and projects.
Campus Worship Leader
Houston's First Baptist
09.2013 - 08.2019
- Key contributor in establishing the worship ministry of a new campus, shaping its spiritual identity and vision in the culturally diverse area of Missouri City, TX.
- Led and tailored worship services.
- Mentored a dedicated worship team.
- Collaborated closely with Campus Pastor to execute his vision for worship and community.
- Overcame resource challenges with flexibility and innovation.
- Engaged with the congregation to foster community and spiritual growth, and expanded musical repertoire.
- Actively involved in various worship and outreach events, tech and production improvements for the new campus.
Youth Pastor
Ridge Avenue Baptist Church
09.2006 - 05.2012
- Dedicated Youth Minister with a proven track record in revitalizing and growing a struggling church community's youth and family engagement.
- Developed and executed innovative programs with limited resources, fostering spiritual growth and leadership among students.
- Established strong relationships with stakeholders, collaborated with church leadership and community partners, and organized outreach events to expand impact and visibility.
- Demonstrated resilience and adaptability in navigating challenges, resulting in significant growth from 10 to over 30 core students and averaging 90+ attendees at weekend events.
Education
Bachelors of Music - Piano Performance
University of Louisiana At Monroe
Monroe, LA05.2012
Skills
- Accomplished Music Director
- Volunteer Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Piano & vocal proficiency
- Skilled arranger and orchestrator
- Pastoral Attitude
- Team Leader
- Extensive and varied repertoire
- Outgoing and friendly
- Original songwriter
Accomplishments
- Published songwriter: "Grace, Grace" 2016
- Pianist, music director, and arranger for Jess and Bandits' Christmas album, "My Country Christmas" 2020.
- Composed and orchestrated over 10 pieces.
- Aspiring Chopped (cooking TV show) champion.
Additional Information
Mentored one on one by Peter Wilson, Pastor over Creative and Worship at Lakewood Church, for 9 months.
Timeline
Director of Music and Worship
Calvary Community Church
09.2021 - Current
Music Director
Wildfish Theatre
09.2013 - 08.2021
Campus Worship Leader
Houston's First Baptist
09.2013 - 08.2019
Youth Pastor
Ridge Avenue Baptist Church
09.2006 - 05.2012
Bachelors of Music - Piano Performance
University of Louisiana At Monroe
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