Film and TV Crew

Camera Operator

Salary data based on 14 job postings

"The median salary for a Camera Operator in Film and TV Crew is $81,838 per year, with salaries ranging from $39,520 at the 10th percentile to $728,000 at the 90th percentile based on 8 job postings. Key skills for this role include camera operation, live broadcast production, technical troubleshooting, problem-solving under pressure, and team collaboration."

Last updated: August 2026

Median

$81,838

10th Percentile

$39,520

90th Percentile

$728,000

Sample Size

8

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Camera Operator Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$39,520Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$81,838Typical salary
90th Percentile$728,000Senior / top earners

Based on 8 job postings with salary data

Skills for Camera Operator

Camera operationTeam collaborationLive broadcast productionTechnical troubleshootingProblem-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
  • Hearst1 positions
  • Bloomberg1 positions

Top Locations for Camera Operator

Los Angeles, CA242 East 14th Street, New York, NY 10003Westbrook, ME, United StatesNew York, NY 10261Mexico City, Mexico

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Data extracted from 14 job postings on Hollylist.com ยท Last updated August 2026