How Much Does A Cinematographer Make Per Year? Average Cinematographer Salary?

The average yearly income of a cinematographer varies highly with the experience of the cinematographer, the type of work s/he has produced in the recent years and the place where s/he is employed. In general cases, the salary of a cinematographer starts from approximately $40,000 per year. Cinematographers working on TV broadcasting or low budget movies and shows can earn up to $70,000 while cinematographers working on commercial movies or high budget events are expected to earn over $130,000 per year.