Film and TV Crew

Camera Operator

Salary data based on 13 job postings

"The median salary for a Camera Operator in Film and TV Crew is $81,838 per year, with salaries ranging from $52,000 at the 10th percentile to $728,000 at the 90th percentile based on 7 job postings. Key skills required for this role include camera operation, technical troubleshooting, team collaboration, live broadcast production, and problem-solving under pressure."

Last updated: July 2026

Median

$81,838

10th Percentile

$52,000

90th Percentile

$728,000

Sample Size

7

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Camera Operator Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$52,000Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$81,838Typical salary
90th Percentile$728,000Senior / top earners

Based on 7 job postings with salary data

Skills for Camera Operator

Camera operationTechnical troubleshootingTeam collaborationLive broadcast productionProblem-solving under pressureLighting principlesShot compositionFocus and exposure controlEquipment setup and breakdownLive camera operation

Common Employers Hiring Camera Operator

  • Upright Citizens Brigade2 positions
  • BuzzFeed2 positions
  • Paramount2 positions
  • Bloomberg1 positions
  • Disney1 positions

Top Locations for Camera Operator

Los Angeles, CA242 East 14th Street, New York, NY 10003New York, NY 10261Mexico City, MexicoMt Coot-tha, QLD, AU, 4066

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Data extracted from 13 job postings on Hollylist.com ยท Last updated July 2026