Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film
Occupation
$68,810
National Median Salary
$33.08
Median Hourly Wage
24,460
Total Employment
Salary Distribution
10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile
Salary Trend (2019-2024)
+24.7%
5 Year Change
$55,160
2019 Median
$68,810
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries
Industry Wage Growth
Best Paying States
Fastest Growing States
Where This Career Pays Above Average
Top Paying Industries for Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film
| Industry | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Temporary Help Services | $102,630 | 960 |
| Employment Services | $102,630 | 1,340 |
| Accounting, Tax Preparation, Bookkeeping, and Payroll Services | $102,590 | 800 |
| Administrative and Support Services | $102,550 | 1,540 |
| Motion Picture and Video Industries | $94,960 | 8,570 |
Top Paying States for Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film
| State | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| California | $101,610 | 5,520 |
| District of Columbia | $100,940 | 310 |
| Oregon | $93,610 | 290 |
| New York | $89,960 | 3,510 |
| New Jersey | $85,560 | 440 |
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Temporary Help Services
Employment Services
Accounting, Tax Preparation, Bookkeeping, and Payroll Services
Administrative and Support Services
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