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Production Director

Oak Brook, IL · On-site

$76K - $90K/yr

Video Switcher * Final Cut Pro * Adobe After Effects * Vimeo * Planning Center * Basecamp * Facebook and YouTube * Oversees, maintains and improves streaming online services and online delivery ...

The operation of video switchers/mixers for video and computer sources. * Ability to understand AV signal flow diagrams, physically install, and terminate AV equipment racks. * Ability to field ...

IL · On-site

$26.25 - $33.75/hr

Ability to work in a 24/7 shift work environment and travel up to 10%. * Knowledge in one or more of following: routers, switches, crypto devices, CISCO, Juniper, video teleconferencing (VTC), voice ...

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How much do video switcher jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for video switcher in Illinois is $22.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.05 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a video switcher do?

As a Video Switcher, your day often starts with pre-show setup, which includes testing video feeds, confirming camera angles, and coordinating with the production team. During live shows, you are responsible for selecting and switching between various video sources, ensuring seamless transitions while reacting quickly to cues from the director. You’ll work closely with camera operators, audio technicians, and graphics teams to deliver a high-quality broadcast. After the show, you may also participate in wrap-up meetings and help archive or review footage for quality assurance. This role is fast-paced and requires both technical expertise and clear communication to keep broadcasts running smoothly.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a video switcher?

To excel as a Video Switcher, you should have strong technical knowledge of broadcast video production, an understanding of live event workflows, and experience with multi-camera switching. Familiarity with video switcher hardware and software such as Blackmagic ATEM, Ross Video, or similar systems, along with any relevant technical certifications, is highly valuable. Attention to detail, quick decision-making, and effective communication are essential soft skills for managing live broadcasts. These skills ensure smooth, high-quality video transitions and coordination under pressure, which are critical for successful live or recorded productions.

How to become a video switcher?

To become a video switcher, you typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, along with training or experience in video production and live broadcasting. Skills in operating video switcher equipment, understanding video formats, and familiarity with production software are essential; some roles may require technical certifications or hands-on training. Gaining experience through internships or entry-level positions in broadcast or live event production can also help build relevant skills.

What is a video switcher?

A Video Switcher is responsible for managing live video feeds by selecting and switching between different video sources during broadcasts, live events, or productions. They operate a video switcher console to ensure seamless transitions, overlays, and effects. This role is essential in producing professional-quality video content for television, streaming, or live events. Attention to detail and quick decision-making are crucial to ensure smooth, real-time video operations.

What are the most commonly searched types of Video Switcher jobs in Illinois? The most popular types of Video Switcher jobs in Illinois are:
Infographic showing various Video Switcher job openings in Illinois as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,457 per year, or $22.3 per hour.

Production Director

Christ Church

Oak Brook, IL • On-site

$76K - $90K/yr

Full-time

Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Production Director
Compensation
$76,500 to $89,000 annually
Heath, Dental, Vision, Long Term and Short Term Disability, Life
401k with 4% Employer Match
Paid Family Leave
Summary of Position

The Production Director plays a key role in creating environments where the arts can tell God's story in a creative and compelling way at Christ Church's Contemporary and Classic worship services, ministry gatherings and special events. This person helps shape, build and support the Production Team, recruits, trains, and oversees volunteers and casual production staff, and maintains equipment and systems. The Production Director oversees the creation and production of content for video stories and podcast programs. This individual also plays a key role in the assessment, staffing and management of outside events.Essential Functions
  1. Provide leadership and administrative oversight managing all aspects of production including budgeting, staffing, project management, maintenance, repair and purchase planning at both the Oak Brook and Butterfield location
  2. Pioneer new ways the technical arts, especially video, can enhance worship and create meaningful opportunities for the congregation and guests so that people's hearts will be open to the life-changing message of Jesus
  3. Recruits, trains, shepherds and manages staff and volunteers.
  4. Serves on the Worship Arts and Communication Leadership Team to collaborate, create and deliver life-changing worship, special events and digital assets
  5. Provide video leadership and coordination for Sunday Classic and Contemporary worship in person and online services
Other Key Responsibilities
  • Demonstrates exceptional technical aptitude in the areas of lighting, video, audio, set design and presentation software, including but not limited to:
  • ProPresenter 7
  • Church Online
  • Living as One
  • Adobe Premiere
  • HD-SDI Video Systems
  • Video Switcher
  • Final Cut Pro
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Vimeo
  • Planning Center
  • Basecamp
  • Facebook and YouTube
  • Oversees, maintains and improves streaming online services and online delivery systems.
  • Provide production leadership, coordination and support for ministry gatherings, funerals, weddings and events
  • Thrives in a collaborative environment
  • Seeks to support others, especially worship, communications and ministry staff and leaders
  • Strong creative and ideation skills
  • Ability to recognize talent, engage volunteers and develop them for ministry
  • Ability to work independently and be proactive in searching for solutions
  • Begin and end projects within a reasonable timeframe
  • Ability to deal with ambiguity Plans, directs, and produces audio and video content for worship, events, ministry gatherings and online spaces
  • Demonstrates learning and organizational agility
  • Participate in Christ Church staff life by attending all-staff meetings, church sponsored events, worship, training events and contributing to a culture of collaboration and encouragement.
  • Support church-wide initiatives and special events - assist with Christmas, Easter, Mother's Day services, outreach and mission events by serving in flexible roles beyond primary ministry responsibilities.
  • Engage in ongoing personal and professional development through training, reading, coaching or mentoring, in order to grow as a leader and servant of Christ.
  • Collaborate across ministries to ensure alignment, share resources, and strengthen unity on our staff teams.
  • Demonstrate and model Christ Church's core values in daily work, relationships and service to others.
  • Maintain a posture of flexibility by assisting with projects or assignments outside the immediate scope of the role when needed.
  • Contribute to a culture of grace, care and prayer by being available to support, encourage and pray with staff and volunteers and congregants as appropriate.
Supervisory Responsibilities
  • Casting vision and aligning ministry with Christ Church's mission
  • Providing coaching, encouragement, and prayerful support
  • Offering clarity, accountability, and feedback for growth
  • Helping develop gifts and leadership capacity
  • Ensuring healthy rhythms of work, rest, and ministry balance
Required Qualifications
Education and Experience:
  • 5+ years of demonstrated experience in managing and supervising others
  • 3+ years of demonstrated technical experience and expertise in video, audio and lighting
  • Production/technical arts experience in church production, event production, or television
Spiritual Development
  • Support and model individual spiritual formation i.e. Worship, Grow and Serve. (Weekly worship, prayer, scripture reading, small group, volunteering/service, etc.).
  • Regularly attends worship and participates in ministry events at Christ Church or a Christ Church campus unless exempted by Christ Church leadership.
  • Seeks opportunities and participates in authentic worship, exalting and enjoying God as one of life's greatest purposes and pleasures.
  • Lives as an attractive witness, living to draw others to Christ in personal, daily mission.
  • Intentionally seeks to become like Jesus, growing purposefully and intentionally.
  • Values and contributes to genuine community, doing life together with colleagues and congregation.
  • Enrolls in genuine service, living a life of service, humility and generosity.
  • Engages fully in life-changing love by loving people extravagantly
Ministry Traits
  • Detail-oriented with high capacity to manage multiple projects at high level of detail and organization.
  • Desire to continuously learn and serve others.
  • Honest and trustworthy.
  • Integrity for work habits and results.
  • Ability to discern needs and respond appropriately, sensitively and proactively.
  • Appreciation for own and others' giftedness.
  • Ongoing desire and effort to grow more Christ-like in character.
  • Able to keep high degree of confidentiality.
  • High degree of professionalism.
  • Approachable and accessible.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
  • Able to sit and stand for long periods of time
  • Capable of occasional kneeling or crouching
  • Able to lift or move up to 15 pounds
Work Schedule
SundayMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturdayMorning
44414Afternoon
34444Evening
4Total hours
78898Total Weekly Hours40 Core Competencies
  • Possess a passion for worship and ministry
  • Values both the contemporary and classic expressions of worship
  • Believe that the arts can play a role in illuminating God's Word and play a role in the transformation in God's people
  • Knowledge of sound, video, lighting and broadcasting equipment and software.
  • High degree of patience, change management and professionalism
  • Looks for opportunities to invite volunteers and staff to collaborate
  • Approachable, flexible, and accessible
  • Self-motivated, organized, and process oriented, but they maintain openness and availability to what God is doing in the moment
  • Ability to innovate using technology to solve problems.
  • Organize and lead teams of staff and volunteers.
  • Communicates with clarity and warmth across diverse audiences
  • Demonstrates integrity, humility, and alignment with Christ Church's values
  • Collaborates effectively across teams and ministries
  • Organizes and prioritizes work to meet goals with excellence
  • Learns quickly and adapts to new tools, systems, and challenges
  • Coaches and develops others, bringing out the best in people
  • Resolves conflicts constructively and maintains healthy relationships
  • Innovates and improves ministry systems to better serve people