Video producers— those who oversee aspects of video creation such as scripting, shooting, editing, and the acquisition of any equipment or on-screen talent — are not only currently in demand, but they can also expect to see high growth in available jobs over the coming years. As a matter of fact, The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that employment of producers and directors will increase by 24% from 2020 to 2030 (much faster than the national average of 8%)! And in addition, there are certain skills that can help you advance in your career even further. According to PayScale, these are top eight skills that will give your video producer salary the biggest boost.
1. Production support
- Average pay for a video producer with production support skills: $71,469/year
- 22%% boost*
2. Budget management
- Average pay for a video producer with budget management skills: $70,215/year
- 20% boost*
3. Web content management
- Average pay for a video producer with web content management skills: $65,000/year
- 11% boost*
4. Broadcast programming
- Average pay for a video producer with broadcast programming skills: $64,500/year
- 10% boost*
5. Budgeting
- Average pay for a video producer with budgeting skills: $64,450/year
- 10% boost*
6. Spanish language
- Average pay for a video producer with Spanish language skills: $62,400/year
- 6% boost*
7. Strategic project management
- Average pay for a video producer with strategic project management skills: $62,106/year
- 6% boost*
8. People management
- Average pay for a video producer with people management skills: $61,399/year
- 8% boost*
Video production fast facts
- In addition to the base video producer salary, you could also earn an additional bonus that ranges from $497–$10,000, according to PayScale.
- Surveyed video producers were, on average, “highly satisfied” with their job.
- The cost of non-traditional video production programs typically range from $4,000–$9,000, while a bachelor’s degree can cost from $35,000–$116,000.
*Salary numbers gathered from PayScale.com as of 03/25/22.