How much does an On Set Photographer make in Lake Charles, LA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an On Set Photographer in Lake Charles, LA is $43,160. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $35,544 to $52,455, with most professionals earning between $28,610 and $60,918.

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What is an On Set Photographer?

An on-set photographer is responsible for capturing behind-the-scenes moments, stills, and promotional images during the production of a film, television show, or commercial. They work closely with the director, producer, and other crew members to ensure that the images they capture align with the overall vision of the project. On-set photographers must have a keen eye for composition, lighting, and storytelling, as well as the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment. They may also be responsible for editing and retouching images to meet the specific needs of the production. Additionally, they must adhere to any confidentiality agreements and copyright laws related to the images they capture.

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What is the average salary for On Set Photographer in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of On Set Photographer in Lake Charles, LA. The base salary for On Set Photographer ranges from $35,544 to $52,455 with the average base salary of $43,160. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $35,631 to $55,090 with the average total cash compensation of $44,243.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $43,160 $35,544 - $52,455
Bonus $1,083 $87 - $2,635
Total Pay $44,243 $35,631 - $55,090
* 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 Lake Charles, LA
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CITY, STATE Beaumont, TX AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $37,029 - $54,647 COMPARE TO Lake Charles, LA
CITY, STATE Lafayette, LA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $34,684 - $51,186 COMPARE TO Lake Charles, LA
CITY, STATE Alexandria, LA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $33,618 - $49,612 COMPARE TO Lake Charles, LA
CITY, STATE New Iberia, LA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $34,481 - $50,886 COMPARE TO Lake Charles, LA
CITY, STATE Galveston, TX AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $38,165 - $56,323 COMPARE TO Lake Charles, LA
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Photographer LOCATION Lake Charles, LA MINIMUM SALARY $61,109 MAXIMUM SALARY $80,572
JOB TITLE Set Designer LOCATION Lake Charles, LA MINIMUM SALARY $43,324 MAXIMUM SALARY $63,942
JOB TITLE Biomedical Photographer LOCATION Lake Charles, LA MINIMUM SALARY $51,978 MAXIMUM SALARY $66,489
JOB TITLE Photographer, Scientific LOCATION Lake Charles, LA MINIMUM SALARY $40,281 MAXIMUM SALARY $62,095
JOB TITLE Photographer And Photographer Assistant LOCATION Lake Charles, LA MINIMUM SALARY $51,409 MAXIMUM SALARY $62,965
JOB TITLE Set Medic LOCATION Lake Charles, LA MINIMUM SALARY $33,282 MAXIMUM SALARY $41,736
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About Lake Charles, Louisiana    Lake Charles (French: Lac Charles) is the fifth-largest incorporated city in the U.S. state of Louisiana, located on Lake Charles, Prien Lake, and the....More

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