Camera Operators
Wages & Outlook
Typical Wages
Wages listed below are for a variety of experience and education levels. Make sure that you research the typical entry-level education and work experience and training requirements for this occupation.
This career pays above the statewide median wage.
Wages for Camera Operators *
U S |
$19.15 | $24.52 | $38.49 |
|---|---|---|---|
Minnesota |
$19.23 | $24.48 | $31.30 |
Northeast Minnesota |
$14.89 | $24.00 | $44.97 |
Seven County Mpls-St Paul, MN |
$21.91 | $28.78 | $28.78 |
* "Low" indicates 25% of workers earn less and 75% earn more.
"Median" indicates 50% of workers earn less and 50% earn more.
"High" indicates 75% of workers earn less and 25% earn more.
Employment
In Minnesota, there are 180 workers employed in this very small career.
Where do Camera Operators most often work?
- Broadcasting (except Internet)
- Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries
- Administrative and Support Services
- Performing Arts, Spectator Sports, and Related Industries
Current Demand
No data available.
Future Demand
This career is seeing very high growth compared to other careers.
There will be a need for about 290 new Camera Operators to meet market demand between 2020-2030. This includes the demand due to replacement (workers leaving the occupation or retiring) as well as growth.
| U S | 30,300 | 37,600 | 7,300 | 24.1% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 249 | 288 | 39 | 15.7% |
| Northeast Minnesota | 29 | 37 | 8 | 27.6% |
| Seven County Mpls-St Paul, MN | 156 | 174 | 18 | 11.5% |
Source: You can learn about our data sources in the About Us section.