Video Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Video Manager make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Video Manager in the United States is $123,812 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $60.

However, a Video Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $146,611
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $112,701 to $135,746
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $102,585
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Video Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $135,746 $11,312 $2,611 $65
Average $123,812 $10,318 $2,381 $60
25th Percentile $112,701 $9,392 $2,167 $54
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Key Factors That Influence Video Manager Salaries

A Video Manager'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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Video Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Video Manager'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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $98,607
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $123,201
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $95,690
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $124,584
  • Expert (over 8 years): $163,608
Levels Salary
Digital P... Level Video Manager$98,607
Digital P... Level Video Manager$123,201
Digital P... Level Video Manager$95,690
Video Man... Level Video Manager$124,584
Digital P... Level Video Manager$163,608
$98,607 0 yr
$123,201 < 2 yrs
$95,690 2-4 yrs
$124,584 5-8 yrs
$163,608 > 8 yrs
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How Do Video Manager Salaries Vary from State to State?

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 Video Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $137,085.
  • California: $136,565.
  • Massachusetts: $134,745.

Top Paying Cities for Video Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $156,164
  • San Francisco: $154,454
  • Oakland: $151,199

What Skills Can Increase a Video Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 5.76% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Digital Marketing (Mentioned in 2.27% Job Postings): Digital marketing is the marketing of products or services using digital technologies, mainly on the Internet, but also including mobile phones, display advertising, and any other digital medium. Digital marketing's development since the 1990s and 2000s has changed the way brands and businesses use technology for marketing. As digital platforms are increasingly incorporated into marketing plans and everyday life, and as people use digital devices instead of visiting physical shops, digital marketing campaigns are becoming more prevalent and efficient. Digital marketing methods such as search engine optimization (SEO), search engine marketing (SEM), content marketing, influencer marketing, content automation, campaign marketing, data-driven marketing, e-commerce marketing, social media marketing, social media optimization, e-mail direct marketing, Display advertising, e–books, and optical disks and games are becoming more common in our advancing technology. In fact, digital marketing now extends to non-Internet channels that provide digital media, such as mobile phones (SMS and MMS), callback, and on-hold mobile ring tones. In essence, this extension to non-Internet channels helps to differentiate digital marketing from online marketing, another catch-all term for the marketing methods mentioned above, which strictly occur online.
  • Financial Services (Mentioned in 1.35% Job Postings): A services provided by the finance industry, which encompasses a broad range of businesses that manage money. These services involve banking, brokerage, mortgages, credit cards, payment services, real estate, investment funds, taxes and accounting.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 5.76%
Digital Marketing 2.27%
Financial Services 1.35%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Video Manager's salary.
  • UI: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • User Research: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Business Development: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
UI
$134,955
9%
User Research
$134,955
9%
Business Development
$132,479
7%
Scrum
$128,764
4%
Digital Strategy
$128,764
4%
Financial Services
$128,764
4%
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Video Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Video Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Insurance sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Video Manager positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Video Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Video Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals$148,574$71.020%
Insurance$142,384$68.015%
Software & Networking$136,193$65.010%
Aerospace & Defense$130,003$63.05%
Business Services$130,003$63.05%

Video Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Video Manager'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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Video Manager

Salaries for a Video Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $119,189 in 2023 to around $115,468 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Video Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Video Manager Over Time

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$119,189
2024
$116,664
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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Video Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Video Manager?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Video Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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