Motion Picture Projectionists pay in the United States
In the U.S., the median pay for motion picture projectionists is $18.40 an hour ($38,270 a year). About 1,480 people work in this job there.
Pay range for motion picture projectionists in the U.S.
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $11.25 | $23,390 |
| 25% of workers | $14.44 | $30,040 |
| Half of workers (median) | $18.40 | $38,270 |
| 75% of workers | $37.37 | $77,730 |
| 90% of workers | $42.46 | $88,310 |
Best-paying states for motion picture projectionists
| State | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $82,260 | 270 |
| Illinois | $78,990 | 0 |
| California | $74,840 | 190 |
| Washington | $39,070 | 60 |
| Michigan | $37,590 | 0 |
| Ohio | $36,870 | 50 |
| Arizona | $32,890 | 0 |
| Texas | $31,160 | 40 |
| Pennsylvania | $29,850 | 40 |
| Missouri | $29,140 | 0 |
Education, experience and outlook for motion picture projectionists
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: Up to 1 month (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -6.2% over ten years, declining · about 300 openings a year (BLS)
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|---|---|
| Audio and Video Technicians | $58,100 |
| Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers | $47,810 |
| Prepress Technicians and Workers | $48,690 |
| Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film | $74,990 |
| Broadcast Technicians | $59,570 |
| Audiovisual Equipment Installers and Repairers | $52,600 |
| Sound Engineering Technicians | $73,130 |
| Lighting Technicians | $68,060 |
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