Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film pay in Ohio
In Ohio, the median pay for camera operators, television, video, and film is $31.18 an hour ($64,860 a year). About 520 people work in this job there.
That is 14% lower than the U.S. median ($74,990). Ohio ranks 12th of 46 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for camera operators, television, video, and film in Ohio
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $20.71 | $43,080 |
| 25% of workers | $22.95 | $47,730 |
| Half of workers (median) | $31.18 | $64,860 |
| 75% of workers | $39.61 | $82,390 |
| 90% of workers | $50.40 | $104,830 |
Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film pay in Ohio metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus | $72,540 | 120 |
| Cincinnati | $63,970 | 90 |
| Cleveland | $54,990 | 60 |
Ohio unemployment rate: 3.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for camera operators, television, video, and film
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +1.3% over ten years, little or no change · about 2,500 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Ohio
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Producers and Directors | $69,350 |
| Audio and Video Technicians | $49,890 |
| Photographers | $38,470 |
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