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Job Description


	Operate television, video, or motion picture camera to record images or scenes for various purposes, such as TV broadcasts, advertising, video production, or motion pictures.

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Job Requirements


	Experience: Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job.

	Education: Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.

	Training: Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.

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Significant Points


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	Film and Video Editors and Camera Operators

Film and video editors and camera operators manipulate moving images that entertain or inform an audience. Film and video editors and camera operators typically work in studios or in office settings. Camera operators and videographers often shoot raw footage on location. Film and video editors and camera operators typically need a bachelor's degree in a field related to film or broadcasting. The median annual wage for film and video editors and camera operators was $55,740 in May 2015. Employment of film and video editors and camera operators is projected to grow 11 percent from 2014 to 2024, faster than the average for all occupations. Production companies and video freelancers are working with new content delivery methods, such as mobile devices or through online TV, which may lead to more work for editors and camera operators. Explore resources for employment and wages by state and area for film and video editors and camera operators. Compare the job duties, education, job growth, and pay of film and video editors and camera operators with similar occupations. Learn more about film and video editors and camera operators by visiting additional resources, including O*NET, a source on key characteristics of workers and occupations.
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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Motion Picture
Motion Picture and Video Industries	8,820
Radio and Television Broadcasting	5,240
Cable and Other Subscription Programming	960
Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services	800
Employment Services	490
Local Government, excluding schools and hospitals (OES Designation)	440
Advertising, Public Relations, and Related Services	380
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools	380
Spectator Sports	370
Business Support Services	330

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Salaries

U.S. National Averages.

Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Motion Picture
Average Annual Salary	$61,750
Average Hourly Wage	$29.69
Total Employment	21,080