How much does a Cinematographer make in TX?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Cinematographer in Texas is $73,141. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $64,356 to $84,852, with most professionals earning between $56,357 and $95,514.

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$64,356 to $84,852
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What is a Cinematographer?

A Cinematographer or director of photography (sometimes shortened to DP or DOP) is the chief over the camera and light crews working on a film, television production or other live action piece and is responsible for making artistic and technical decisions related to the image. The study and practice of this field is referred to as cinematography. The Cinematographer selects the camera, film stock, lenses, filters, etc., to realize the scene in accordance with the intentions of the director. Relations between the Cinematographer and director vary; in some instances the director will allow the ...

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Location Abbott, TX Avg. Salary $66,625 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Abernathy, TX Avg. Salary $66,662 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Abilene, TX Avg. Salary $66,827 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Ace, TX Avg. Salary $71,754 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Ackerly, TX Avg. Salary $66,340 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Addison, TX Avg. Salary $74,049 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Adkins, TX Avg. Salary $69,624 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Adrian, TX Avg. Salary $67,600 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Afton, TX Avg. Salary $66,340 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Agua Dulce, TX Avg. Salary $69,782 Date Updated April 01, 2025
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