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Projection Tech

Petaluma, CA · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

Cinema West, California's #1 movie chain, is looking to add a Projection Technician to the Corporate Operations team. (Based out of Northern California). We're seeking a high-energy, self-motivated ...

Overview Cinema West, California's #1 movie chain, is looking to add a Projection Technician to the Corporate Operations team. We're seeking a high-energy, self-motivated, and team-oriented ...

Projection Tech

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

Cinema West, California's #1 movie chain, is looking to add a Projection Technician to the Corporate Operations team. (Based out of Northern California). We're seeking a high-energy, self-motivated ...

Projection Tech

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

Cinema West, California's #1 movie chain, is looking to add a Projection Technician to the Corporate Operations team. (Located in Northern California) As a Projection Technician , you'll be ...

Projection Tech

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

Cinema West, California's #1 movie chain, is looking to add a Projection Technician to the Corporate Operations team. (Based out of Northern California). We're seeking a high-energy, self-motivated ...

Projection Tech

Concord, CA · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

Cinema West, California's #1 movie chain, is looking to add a Projection Technician to the Corporate Operations team. (Based out of Northern California). We're seeking a high-energy, self-motivated ...

Projection Tech

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

Cinema West, California's #1 movie chain, is looking to add a Projection Technician to our Corporate Operations team. (Based out of Northern California). We're seeking a high-energy, self-motivated ...

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How much do cinema projection jobs pay per hour?

As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for cinema projection in the United States is $24.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.12 and $32.45 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Cinema Projection job?

A Cinema Projection job involves operating and maintaining the equipment used to display films in a movie theater. Responsibilities include setting up digital or film projectors, ensuring sound and picture quality, troubleshooting technical issues, and managing show schedules. Projectionists may also be responsible for maintaining theater lighting and audio systems. With modern digital systems, the role often involves managing digital files and automation software. Attention to detail and technical skills are essential for ensuring a smooth viewing experience for audiences.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Cinema Projection position, and why are they important?

To excel in Cinema Projection, strong technical aptitude, attention to detail, and familiarity with audio-visual equipment are essential, often supported by on-the-job training or relevant certifications. Experience with digital projection systems, film projectors, sound systems, and specialized software for scheduling and maintenance is highly valued. Excellent problem-solving ability, communication skills, and dependability help professionals respond efficiently to unexpected issues and collaborate with cinema staff. These competencies are crucial to ensuring seamless film presentations and maintaining a high-quality experience for audiences.

What does a typical shift look like for a Cinema Projectionist, and what are the main responsibilities?

A typical shift for a Cinema Projectionist involves preparing and operating projection and sound equipment, ensuring each film starts and runs smoothly, and performing routine maintenance on all technical hardware. Responsibilities often include troubleshooting technical issues quickly to minimize disruptions, checking that audio and video quality meet cinema standards, and sometimes assisting with lighting cues or special presentations. Projectionists also coordinate closely with front-of-house staff and management to stay informed about show schedules and special requirements. The role can involve independent work as well as teamwork, depending on the cinema's size and structure, and offers a hands-on environment for those who enjoy behind-the-scenes operations in the entertainment industry.

What jobs make 3000 a month without a degree?

Cinema projectionists can earn around $3,000 per month with experience, especially in larger theaters or multiplexes. Other jobs that may reach this income level without a degree include commercial truck drivers, sales representatives, and certain skilled trades like electricians or HVAC technicians, which often require certifications or apprenticeships rather than degrees.
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Infographic showing various Cinema Projection job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 61% Full Time, 31% Part Time, and 8% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $51,250 per year, or $24.6 per hour.
Cinema Projection Systems Engineer

Full-time

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Deluxe Media rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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JobCinema Projection Systems EngineerDescription

POSITION TITLE: Cinema Projection Systems Engineer

Company: Deluxe Media Inc.

Burbank, California-based Deluxe Media Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Platinum Equity, is the leading provider of a broad range of entertainment industry services and technologies. We offer complete film and digital solutions for post-production, major studio and independent theatrical release, broadcast, home entertainment, archiving and asset management. Deluxe operates facilities in major film, video, and digital production markets around the world.

Business Unit: Deluxe Cinema

Deluxe Cinema is responsible for the mastering and distribution of all digital content to theaters on behalf of major cinema studio clients. These responsibilities are inclusive of a variety of content services including digital cinema mastering, 2D and 3D subtitling, format validation, and social media transcoding and fulfillment. The group also manages both electronically and physically for digital cinema and non-digital cinema asset to theaters. The group is also responsible for a variety delivery support functions such asset tracking, delivery network management, digital cinema key management and distribution, and a 24/365 exhibitor support call center. The group's goal is to advance technology within the theatrical content mastering and delivery space to stay ahead of our client's ever evolving distribution needs.

Role: Cinema Projection Systems Engineer

We are looking for a motivated team member to join us for an exciting and rewarding position fulfilling 'behind-the-curtain' roles and responsibilities centered around projection, audio, and other Quality Control (QC) systems.

The Cinema Projection Systems Engineer is primarily responsible for the design, buildout, calibration, maintenance, and support of all QC systems. Their primary focus will be on maintaining the operational readiness of projection, audio, and auxiliary systems for the QC department. They will be closely involved in managing and refining operational workflows, procedures, and schedules. They will be expected to build a deep understanding of current and new potential presentation and QC operations systems to assist in QC and theatrical presentation development projects. This role may also have some responsibilities architecting, installing, and maintaining mastering suites/production bays and other audio/video related mastering systems.

Duties:

  • Calibrate projection and audio systems
  • Configure, upgrade, and maintain projection, audio, and auxiliary QC systems
  • Provide recommendations for system, application, and operational process and schedule changes
  • Research, evaluate, install, configure, and assist in the development of new QC tools
  • Technically document all research, testing, setup/configuration and assist with end user training
  • Provide technical support for QC on projection, audio, and auxiliary QC systems
  • Work closely with operations, project management, application development and support, security, and other engineering teams
  • Provide subject matter expertise to internal teams for QC and theatrical presentation systems and processes

Qualifications:

  • BS in engineering, computer science or another technical field

OR 2 Years Projection, System Engineering, or System Administration experience

  • Excellent Problem Solver
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Works well with others
  • Flexible to work overtime, and weekends as needed
  • A "can-do" attitude, with the ability to energize and work with multi-functional teams is required
  • Must be able to work independently in an extremely fast-paced environment
  • Ability to learn and apply new skills, information, and technologies
  • Ability to multitask with attention to detail
  • Able to lift 50 lbs.

Desired Knowledge and Experience

  • Knowledge of Linux and Windows Operating Systems
  • Knowledge of IP Networking
  • Experience with Active Directory management
  • AWS Associate Certification
  • Knowledge of Digital Cinema Package Structure
  • Programming experience
  • Technical documentation and training experience

Diversity Statement:


Deluxe is committed to inclusivity, fostering an environment where every employee feels comfortable bringing their full selves to work. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees.

Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against, on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Deluxe will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, state, and federal law.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Deluxe. Please inform the company's HR representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

This role is based in Burbank, California and the base pay for this role is $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year. Actual amounts will vary depending on education, skills, experience, and geographic location.