As of May 01, 2026, the average hourly rate for a Production Assistant in the United States is $21, which translates to an annual salary of about $43,518.
However, the hourly wage can vary significantly based on several factors. Here’s a detailed look at the typical pay range per hour:
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A Production Assistant's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Production Assistant's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Job Role | Years of Experience | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Production Assistant | 1-3 years | $43,518 |
| Creative Production Manager | 3-5 years | $107,919 |
| Creative Production Director | 5+ years | $145,393 |
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Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Production Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Demanded Skills for the Role:
| Skills | Demand Percentage |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail | 4.75% |
| Housekeeping | 2.8% |
| Logistics | 1.55% |
| Skill | Salary | Salary % Increase |
|---|---|---|
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Analysis
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$52,657 |
21%
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Presentation
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$51,351 |
18%
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Scheduling
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$49,611 |
14%
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Microsoft Office
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$49,611 |
14%
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Time Management
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$48,305 |
11%
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Production Schedule
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$48,305 |
11%
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Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Production Assistants enter the field with a No Diploma degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.
According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Production Assistant with a No Diploma is between $42,881 and $46,025).
Production Assistant Salaries by Degree Level
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| No Diploma | 1.0% |
| High School | 9.9% |
| Associates | 8.3% |
| Bachelors | 71.4% |
| Masters | 8.9% |
| Doctorate | 0.4% |
Understanding how a Production Assistant's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
Last Updated on May 01, 2026Salaries for a Production Assistant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $48,392 in 2023 to around $48,112 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Production Assistant salary trends, .
| Year | Average Annual Salary |
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| 2022 |
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| 2023 | $48,392 |
| 2024 | $48,330 |
| 2025 | $48,112 |
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Assists with coordinating the production of television or web broadcasts, shows, or videos. Monitors designated schedules and timelines to ensure each phase of production stays on track. Collaborates with technical specialists and operators for each production's camera, sound, and lighting. Helps with set-up and operation of production equipment such as consoles or teleprompters, and completes any miscellaneous tasks needed for production. May require an associate degree. Typically reports to a supervisor. Works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Typically requires 1-3 years of related experience.
Specify the abilities and skills that a person needs in order to carry out the specified job duties. Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.
Attention to Detail: Executing and completing a task with a high level of accuracy.
Housekeeping: Housekeeping department is keeping the venue clean and sanitary as part of customer service. Cleaners vacuum rugs and furniture in hallways, rooms and public areas. They collect trash and empty wastebaskets, change the sheets and make the beds.
Logistics: In a general business sense, logistics is the management of the flow of things between the point of origin and the point of consumption to meet the requirements of customers or corporations.
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