Video Production Engineer

Description A client of TEKsystems is seeking a technically skilled and solutions‑oriented Video Production Engineer to support our team of producers, editors and motion graphic designers. This role is essential to ensuring the ongoing technical excellence of our video productions and live events. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, problem‑solving ability and a collaborative mindset that thrives in a fast‑paced, creative environment.

JOB DUTIES

Provide forward‑looking technical engineering guidance for the team, proactively assessing needs, shaping system approaches and ensuring scalable, reliable solutions. Oversee the organization, long‑term storage, and retrieval workflows of the team's digital media archive, ensuring all assets are properly cataloged, version‑controlled, and easily accessible for ongoing and future productions. Stay current with AV technology trends and recommend equipment upgrades, workflow improvements and new tools that enhance production capabilities. Provide technical engineering support for video productions and live events, including setup, operation, troubleshooting and teardown of cameras, lighting, audio, switching and control systems. Maintain and optimize AV equipment including cameras, lenses, audio gear, lighting instruments, grip equipment, switchers, encoders and studio infrastructure. Troubleshoot technical issues quickly and independently during shoots, edits and live events to minimize downtime and maintain production quality. Ensure compliance with corporate standards including safety, legal, brand, information security and equipment handling requirements. Support studio and facility operations by managing equipment inventory, performing routine maintenance and coordinating repairs or vendor service. Skills video production, AV technical support, digital asset management, audiovisual Additional Skills & Qualifications Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for non‑technical team members. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage equipment, track inventory and maintain technical documentation. Ability to meet tight deadlines while maintaining high technical quality and supporting multiple concurrent projects. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Peoria, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Peoria,IL.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 30, 2026. h4>

About TEKsystems:

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.