As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Camera Assistant in the US is $55,448, equivalent to $27 per hour, $1,066 weekly, or $4,621 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Camera Assistant in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Camera Assistant in the US vary widely, spanning from $40,860 to $65,584. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($47,812) and 75th percentile ($60,753), while top earners (90th percentile) make $65,584 per year. This $12,941 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Alignment or Digital Strategy, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Camera Assistant often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 40 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Camera Assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Camera Assistant Salary $40,860 US August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Camera Assistant Salary $47,812 US August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Camera Assistant Salary $55,448 US August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Camera Assistant Salary $60,753 US August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Camera Assistant Salary $65,584 US August 01, 2026
25% $47,812 10% $40,860 90% $65,584 75% $60,753 $55,448 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Camera Assistant

    3 - 5 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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