Expectations vs. Reality
When I applied for my most recent job as an audio engineer for my church, the job description played a big role in influencing my decision to apply. Highlighted responsibilities like operating the soundboard during life services, managing, monitor mixes, recording, sermons and maintaining the equipment. Emphasized, flexibility, and teamwork.
At first the job description seemed pretty comprehensive and aligned with my skill set. However, once I began working, I realize that the actual job wouldn’t be beyond what it was listed. In practice, I handle task like helping volunteers and reconfiguring routing on stage as well as advising gear purchases and filling in as a musician when needed. These additional duties weren’t necessarily mentioned explicitly, but they were sort of made down. But to the level at which I’m working in it, it was not.
Overall, the job description was pretty accurate, but it didn’t quite capture the full dynamic nature of the position. That’s something I’ve come to recognize about job postings. They often give you the framework, but the day-to-day really depends on the active needs and the initiative you need to bring to the table.
Unfortunately I don’t have access to the original posting but to keep it pretty concise, maybe 6 to 8 bullet points total. Looking back I think a more detailed description would’ve prepared me more for the scope of work.