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The median expected salary for a typical Camera Operator, Television and Motion Picture in the United States is $74,210. This basic market pricing report was prepared using our Certified Compensation Professionals' analysis of survey data collected from thousands of HR departments at employers of all sizes, industries and geographies.
Source: HR Reported data as of May 2013
Job Description for Camera Operator, Television and Motion Picture New Search   
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. 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. 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.
Alternate Job Titles: Camera Operator, Television & Motion Picture, Camera Operator, Television and Motion Picture
Categories:  Arts and Entertainment , Media -- Broadcast , Skilled and Trades
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