Video Producer Salary.
Across 83 U.S. cities.
$74,000
national median salary
$56,000 to $98,000. Last updated April 2026.
Highest Paying
$104,000
San Francisco, CA
Best Purchasing Power
$77,000
San Francisco, CA
Lowest Paying
$57,000
Jackson, MS
Salary data sourced from SEC filings, H-1B Labor Condition Applications (DOL), Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, and aggregated job postings across 50+ platforms. Ranges reflect 25th to 75th percentile for full-time positions. Cost-of-living adjustments use Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (2025 index). Last updated April 2026.
The average Video Producer salary in the United States is $74,000 in 2026, with the full range spanning $56,000 at the 25th percentile to $98,000 at the 75th. San Francisco pays the most at $104,000, while San Francisco offers the best purchasing power after cost-of-living adjustments. Technical proficiency across shooting, editing, color grading, and sound design creates versatile producers who command higher pay.
Video Producer salary by city
Skills that increase Video Producer pay
The skills below command measurable salary premiums for Video Producers based on job posting data. Learning the top skill here could add $10,360 to your annual compensation.
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What you should know
Technical proficiency across shooting, editing, color grading, and sound design creates versatile producers who command higher pay. Industry context matters: producers at tech companies and streaming platforms earn 20 to 30% more than those at agencies or nonprofits.
Junior Video Producers start at $56,000 to $64,000. Mid-level producers managing end-to-end production earn $70,000 to $85,000. Senior Producers and Executive Producers reach $90,000 to $120,000, with Head of Video roles at major brands exceeding $130,000.
Equipment allowances of $2,000 to $5,000 annually are common for in-house producers. Freelance day rates range from $500 to $1,500. Full-time roles at larger companies may include 5 to 10% bonuses and stock grants.