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UControl

Audio Video Consultant

Downers Grove, IL · On-site

$30K - $150K/yr

... video, theater and living space furniture, networking, surveillance, access control, security ... engineering, and field teams. * Follow up with leads, maintain client communication, and keep ...

Bally's Corporation

Feature Editor

Chicago, IL

We specialize in building digital strategies from scratch, video network creation, distribution ... original programming, and daily live studio programming. STADIUM hosts a 24/7 linear feed ...

Bally's Corporation

Feature Editor

Chicago, IL · On-site

We specialize in building digital strategies from scratch, video network creation, distribution ... original programming, and daily live studio programming. STADIUM hosts a 24/7 linear feed ...

Bally's Corporation

Feature Editor

Chicago, IL · On-site

We specialize in building digital strategies from scratch, video network creation, distribution ... original programming, and daily live studio programming. STADIUM hosts a 24/7 linear feed ...

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Video Game Design Tutor

Des Plaines, IL · Remote

$40/hr

What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...

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Video Game Design Tutor

Lake Forest, IL · Remote

$40/hr

What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...

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Video Game Design Tutor

Naperville, IL · Remote

$40/hr

What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...

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Video Game Design Tutor

Skokie, IL · Remote

$40/hr

What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...

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Video Game Design Tutor

Chicago, IL · Remote

$40/hr

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Video Game Design Tutor

Highland Park, IL · Remote

$40/hr

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Video Game Design Tutor

Schaumburg, IL · Remote

$40/hr

What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...

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Video Game Design Tutor

Wheaton, IL · Remote

$40/hr

What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...

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Video Game Design Tutor

Oak Lawn, IL · Remote

$40/hr

What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...

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Video Game Design Tutor

Buffalo Grove, IL · Remote

$40/hr

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Video Game Design Tutor

Evanston, IL · Remote

$40/hr

What We Look For In a Video Game Design Tutor * Advanced Subject Mastery: Deep knowledge of game ... programming for games, art asset creation, and playtesting methodology. Ability to explain game ...

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How much do video programmer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for video programmer in Chicago, IL is $40.76, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.54 and $53.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Video Programmer vs Video Editor?

AspectVideo ProgrammerVideo Editor
Required SkillsProgramming, scripting, knowledge of multimedia softwareEditing, storytelling, visual effects
Work EnvironmentSoftware development, interactive media, live broadcastsPost-production, film, television, online content
Common UsageDeveloping interactive videos, streaming platformsAssembling footage, color correction, sound editing

Video Programmers focus on coding and developing interactive or streaming video content, while Video Editors work on assembling and enhancing footage for final presentation. Both roles require familiarity with multimedia tools but serve different stages of video production.

How much does a video programmer make?

The average salary for a video programmer ranges from $50,000 to $100,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and skill level. Entry-level positions may start lower, while experienced professionals with advanced coding skills and knowledge of multimedia tools can earn higher salaries.

What does a video programmer do?

A video programmer develops and implements code for video playback, streaming, and interactive media applications. They often work with programming languages like C++, JavaScript, or Python and use tools such as video APIs and media frameworks to ensure smooth video performance across platforms.

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Infographic showing various Video Programmer job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 76% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 22% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $84,713 per year, or $40.7 per hour.

Audio Video Consultant

Downers Grove, IL • On-site

UControl
Software Development • 11 - 50 employees
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$30K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Medical, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Position Summary

UControl is looking for a Residential AV & Smart Home Sales Consultant to help develop new business, meet with clients, understand their needs, design technology solutions, and guide projects from initial consultation through approved scope.

This is not a retail sales role. The ideal candidate is professional, organized, technically curious, and comfortable selling high-end residential technology systems. This person should be able to communicate clearly with homeowners, builders, designers, architects, and internal project teams while helping clients make confident decisions about their home technology.

Typical systems include home automation, lighting control, motorized window treatments, lighting fixtures and design, audio/video, theater and living space furniture, networking, surveillance, access control, security, climate control, and related smart home technology. Common platforms and brands include Control4, Crestron, Lutron, and other premium residential technology solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Meet with clients, builders, designers, architects, and contractors to understand project goals, budgets, timelines, and expectations.
  • Sell custom residential AV, smart home automation, lighting control, networking, security, surveillance, shading, and related technology systems.
  • Prepare accurate proposals, scopes of work, system recommendations, and change orders based on client needs.
  • Walk job sites, review plans, identify opportunities, and coordinate project kickoffs with design, project management, engineering, and field teams.
  • Follow up with leads, maintain client communication, and keep records updated in CRM and proposal software.
  • Maintain contact with clients during and after projects to ensure satisfaction and identify future upgrade opportunities.
  • Conduct client demonstrations, user lessons, and system handoffs when needed.
  • Attend vendor-specific sales trainings, conventions, trade shows, and product education events.

Ideal Candidate

  • Minimum of 3 years of audio/video, smart home, low-voltage, or related sales experience preferred.
  • Experience in interior design, construction, architecture, or luxury residential projects is also welcome.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills with a polished, professional client-facing presence.
  • Comfortable reading plans, walking job sites, and discussing construction-phase details.
  • Able to explain technical systems in a simple, easy-to-understand way.
  • Organized, responsive, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple opportunities at once.
  • Technically curious with a strong desire to continually learn about smart home design and technology.
  • Comfortable working with high-end clients, builders, designers, and demanding project environments.

Compensation

This position offers salary plus commission, with compensation based on experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

  • Sales Occupations: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License

Work Location: In person

Company Description

UControl is a low voltage, custom audio/video company dedicated to providing our customers high-quality products and services. We provide all low voltage wiring and systems from structured cabling to networking and more.