How much does a Freelance Camera Operator make in Detroit, MI? The average Freelance Camera Operator salary in Detroit, MI is $75,016 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $61,922 and $93,401. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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NBC Sports - Stamford , CT
The Video Operator operates camera settings and color correction equipment to provide studio set & talent video continuity and technical quality for air. Also, prepares and tests studio video feeds ...
LinkedIn - 50 days ago
Possession of a reliable smartphone with a clear working camera * Dependable transportation * Good ... freelance worker, full time, full-time, gig economy user, health care, healthcare, host, hostess ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 3 days ago
Possession of a reliable smartphone with a clear working camera * Dependable transportation * Good ... freelance worker, full time, full-time, gig economy user, health care, healthcare, host, hostess ...
ZipRecruiter - 4 days ago
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Average Base Salary

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What is the average salary for Freelance Camera Operator in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Freelance Camera Operator in Detroit, MI. The base salary for Freelance Camera Operator ranges from $61,922 to $93,401 with the average base salary of $75,016. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $62,220 to $95,922 with the average total cash compensation of $75,542.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $75,016 $61,922 - $93,401
Bonus $527 $298 - $2,520
Total Pay $75,542 $62,220 - $95,922
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Detroit, MI
CITY, STATE Dearborn, MI AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $62,112 - $93,689 COMPARE TO Detroit, MI
CITY, STATE Dearborn Heights, MI AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $62,079 - $93,639 COMPARE TO Detroit, MI
CITY, STATE Livonia, MI AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $61,916 - $93,392 COMPARE TO Detroit, MI
CITY, STATE Taylor, MI AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $62,014 - $93,540 COMPARE TO Detroit, MI
CITY, STATE Westland, MI AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $62,505 - $94,282 COMPARE TO Detroit, MI
CITY, STATE Southfield, MI AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $61,981 - $93,490 COMPARE TO Detroit, MI
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Camera Operator LOCATION Detroit, MI MINIMUM SALARY $37,270 MAXIMUM SALARY $55,201
JOB TITLE Broadcast Camera Operator LOCATION Detroit, MI MINIMUM SALARY $75,401 MAXIMUM SALARY $113,301
JOB TITLE Studio Camera Operator LOCATION Detroit, MI MINIMUM SALARY $45,090 MAXIMUM SALARY $58,187
JOB TITLE Video Camera Operator LOCATION Detroit, MI MINIMUM SALARY $60,284 MAXIMUM SALARY $91,051
JOB TITLE Tv Camera Operator LOCATION Detroit, MI MINIMUM SALARY $43,576 MAXIMUM SALARY $56,794
JOB TITLE Camera Operator, Television and Motion Picture LOCATION Detroit, MI MINIMUM SALARY $75,365 MAXIMUM SALARY $113,299
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