How much does a Freelance Camera Operator make in Washington, DC? The average Freelance Camera Operator salary in Washington, DC is $82,473 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $68,073 and $102,694. 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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Twine - San Diego , CA
Traditional freelance platforms often fall short when it comes to scalability and diversity. That ... Proficiency in operating professional-grade video cameras, lighting equipment, and audio setups
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MyBrandForce by Ensiteful - Clearlake , CA
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 ...
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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 Washington, DC. The base salary for Freelance Camera Operator ranges from $68,073 to $102,694 with the average base salary of $82,473. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $68,409 to $105,456 with the average total cash compensation of $83,052.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $82,473 $68,073 - $102,694
Bonus $578 $336 - $2,761
Total Pay $83,052 $68,409 - $105,456
* 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 Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Arlington, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,085 - $102,713 COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Alexandria, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,085 - $102,713 COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Annandale, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,085 - $102,713 COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Bowie, MD AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $67,942 - $102,497 COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Bethesda, MD AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,085 - $102,713 COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Silver Spring, MD AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,085 - $102,713 COMPARE TO Washington, DC
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Camera Operator LOCATION Washington, DC MINIMUM SALARY $41,005 MAXIMUM SALARY $60,733
JOB TITLE Broadcast Camera Operator LOCATION Washington, DC MINIMUM SALARY $83,001 MAXIMUM SALARY $124,701
JOB TITLE Video Camera Operator LOCATION Washington, DC MINIMUM SALARY $60,020 MAXIMUM SALARY $90,665
JOB TITLE Tv Camera Operator LOCATION Washington, DC MINIMUM SALARY $47,538 MAXIMUM SALARY $62,011
JOB TITLE Studio Camera Operator LOCATION Washington, DC MINIMUM SALARY $44,549 MAXIMUM SALARY $57,556
JOB TITLE Camera Operator, Television and Motion Picture LOCATION Washington, DC MINIMUM SALARY $82,918 MAXIMUM SALARY $124,654
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