As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Camera Operator, Television and Motion Picture in the United States is $91,591. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $76,114 to $114,424, with most professionals earning between $62,022 and $135,211.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
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| 75th Percentile | $114,424 | $9,535 | $2,200 | $55 |
| Average | $91,591 | $7,633 | $1,761 | $44 |
| 25th Percentile | $76,114 | $6,343 | $1,464 | $37 |
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The average annual salary of Camera Operator, Television and Motion Picture is $91,591. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Camera Operator, Television and Motion Picture is $44; the average weekly pay of Camera Operator, Television and Motion Picture is $1,761; the average monthly pay of Camera Operator, Television and Motion Picture is $7,633.
A Camera Operator, Television and Motion Picture's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Camera Operator, Television and Motion Picture earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Camera Operator, Television and Motion Picture is $115,524.
The highest pay for Camera Operator, Television and Motion Picture is $135,211.
The lowest pay for Camera Operator, Television and Motion Picture is $62,022.
Camera Operator, Television and Motion Picture operates videotape machines, disk-based file servers, camera control units, studio cameras, video switchers, audio mixers and other equipment used in the broadcast of live and taped television programming. May be expected to maintain a variety of program/transmitter logs. Being a Camera Operator, Television and Motion Picture may require an associate's degree or its equivalent with at least 5 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Additionally, Camera Operator, Television and Motion Picture relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department.
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