CREATIVE ARTS

The Creative Ministry stream is for musicians, singers and dancers passionate about developing their craft for a Kingdom purpose. Our goal is to equip you to serve in any sphere of the Creative Arts with a spirit of excellence, creativity and professionalism. Be part of a great team, serve in pastoral areas and administration, learn how to lead people in praise and worship and come to understand the culture and heart of a true worshipper. Creative Ministry students will take part in all other aspects of College life but as an extra will be part of a *master class every fortnight with topics relevant to your specific area and growth. You will also receive a 1/2 hr private lesson fortnightly, Dance students will receive a *1 hour group class. Music Students will also be expected to sit for CPM exams relevant to their chosen area. Dance students will undergo a similar examination process. Each applicant will leave with a form of accreditation for studies undertaken in their relevant field.

Audition Requirements
You are required to perform 2 contrasting pieces no longer than 3 min each. You will need to either present in person or provide Planetshakers College with either a CD/DVD or in digital format of your audition to "The Registrar" PO BOX 641 Box Hill 3128.

PASTORAL/PRAYER

If you have a desire to see people cared for, growing in their relationship with God and fulfilling their destiny, then this stream is for you. Jesus said to Peter, "If you love me take care of my sheep." (John 21:16) In this stream you will gain an understanding of what it takes to run a local church and pastorally care for people. You will be involved with new people, new Christians, assisting with key business events, planning and organising community projects, serving in specific church small groups, administration and database follow up. A key part of this stream is an insight into the prayer ministry of Planetshakers City Church. You can expect to be trained and equipped in intercessory prayer. You will be taught on how to pray strategically, exploring the prophetic and how to use basic counselling skills. Learn today the multi-faceted life of the church!

EVENT MANAGEMENT

The Event Management Stream is designed to give students practical experience in planning, organising, promoting and running a variety of events within ministry life. Roles include marketing and promotional campaigns from conception to implementation, merchandise, website management, guest services, creative design, media promotion, hospitality, budgeting and planning. The Event stream is at the heart of running our 3 major conferences and Planetshakers church services every week. You'll learn to work as part of a team liaising with all areas of ministry.

MEDIA

The Media stream is designed for anyone wishing to learn about the creative heart of graphic design and media in the church today. You will learn a range of skills, being involved in projects including photography, filming, editing, print work and graphic design. Be part of the production of weekly multimedia church news and come behind the scenes to see what it takes to run our annual conferences in large venues and stadiums across Melbourne. The Media stream draws upon the expertise of the Planetshakers staff, each of who are highly skilled and world class in their field. Experience is not a requirement but some skills in this field will help! Planetshakers is internationally renowned for media and graphic presentations that touch hearts and nations, you could be part of this today.

PRODUCTION

The production stream will teach you what it takes to produce a spirit of excellence in church and event production, sound engineering, lighting, stage performance, audio recording and mixing. This stream will specifically include audio production of podcasts and radio advertisements, operating audio and lighting equipment for weekly meetings, event logistics, concert production, administrative assistance and the weekly production of Planetshakers City Church services and annual conferences on a large scale. Learn what it takes to be on the cutting edge of production in today's Christian culture.

UNIVERSITY MINISTRY

Become a part of the AMAZING planetUNI team, and be involved in reaching thousands of university students all over this fantastic state of Victoria. On a weekly basis you will help coordinate and participate in our small groups and discipleship meetings, helping with the pastoral care of our current students. The university ministry is always looking for new ways of connecting students to God, and we are wanting passionate people, loving interns that bring new and creative ideas to the table! You will also become hands on in helping plan and run uni outreach events held over the year, with the soul purpose of evangelising and seeing people saved. Be a part of our annual planetUNI camp, designed to empower and impart to students. There are so many opportunities for you in this stream, from street teams to dance, from photography groups to soccer competitions. Come and be part of the excitement. What are you waiting for...?

YOUTH MINISTRY

If you choose to be involved in the Youth Stream you will have the opportunity to partner with 'Planetboom' in impacting teenagers across the city with a message of hope. Each week you will be the hands and feet of Jesus in over 30 local High Schools; coordinating events, special classes, school lunch time programs and large outreach events. The high school ministry is a chance to develop some amazing relationships by serving the community. Outreach into local skate parks, commission housing, and school renovations are a part of this. You will also join an exciting team that will help plan and run youth events such as our Planetboom Camp, and Planet Schoolies for those finishing school. You will also receive a first hand glimpse into our Friday night youth events at Planetboom with over 600 teenagers, gaining practical experience in stage, sound, lighting, and setting up and packing down venues. There will be many opportunities to disciple, mentor and be a positive role model to teenagers. Dare to join the Planetboom Youth stream and you will never be the same!

KIDS MINISTRY

The Planetkids stream is a once in a lifetime opportunity! You will be placed at the nerve centre of the kids ministry team at Planetshakers, being trained in all things relating to kids' ministry. Your involvement will include kids outreach, kids conferences, preaching, puppetry, illusions and face painting, small group leadership, administration, kids club involvement, and the running of Planetkids services on Sunday. A big focus of Planetkids is the pastoral care. Be trained in visits, calls and the loving follow up of children. There is also the opportunity to be a part of our 4 resource team using Final Cut Studio, Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, Flash and Illustrator to make resources that will impact children and leaders across the world. Planetkids is leading the way in kids ministry, be part of this amazing team today.