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How much do film crew call jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for film crew call in the United States is $19.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Film Crew Call vs Film Production Assistant?

AspectFilm Crew CallFilm Production Assistant
CredentialsNone required, but industry experience helpfulNone required, entry-level position
Work EnvironmentOn set, during filmingOn set, office, or location support
Employer & Industry UsageFilm crews, production companiesProduction companies, studios
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding crew call times, schedulingLearning about entry-level roles in film

Film Crew Call refers to the scheduled time when crew members are expected to arrive on set for filming, often involving specific roles like lighting, camera, or sound. Film Production Assistants are entry-level staff supporting various departments, handling tasks like equipment setup, crowd control, or errands. While both roles are essential on set, Crew Call focuses on timing and scheduling for crew members, whereas PAs provide general support. Understanding these differences helps job seekers and industry professionals navigate film production roles effectively.

What is a Film Crew Call?

A Film Crew Call is a scheduled request for all or specific members of a film crew to report to a set location at a particular time for production work. It is essentially a notice outlining when and where crew members need to be present to begin their assigned tasks on a film or television shoot. The call sheet, which includes the crew call, is distributed in advance and details the day's schedule, locations, and contact information. Being on time for a crew call is essential for the smooth operation of the production. Missing a crew call can delay filming and affect the entire production schedule.

What are some common challenges faced by film crew members during a production, and how can they be addressed?

Film crew members often work long hours under tight deadlines, which can lead to fatigue and stress. Adapting quickly to last-minute changes in shooting schedules, weather conditions, or equipment issues is frequently required. Effective communication and teamwork are essential to navigate these challenges successfully. Crew members benefit from staying organized, maintaining a positive attitude, and being flexible to ensure the production runs smoothly.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Film Crew member, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Film Crew member, you need a solid understanding of film production processes, attention to detail, and relevant experience or vocational training in your specific crew role (such as camera, lighting, or sound). Familiarity with industry-standard equipment, safety protocols, and production scheduling tools is typically required. Strong teamwork, adaptability, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for collaborating in dynamic and sometimes high-pressure environments. These skills ensure smooth production workflows, creative problem-solving, and successful execution of a director's vision.
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Infographic showing various Film Crew Call job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 64% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 9% Temporary, and 9% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,541 per year, or $20 per hour.
Creator (Videographer & Editor)

Creator (Videographer & Editor)

Race Service

Los Angeles, CA

$65K - $95K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago


Job description

Compensation: $65,000 – $95,000 annually depending on experience.


You are on the ground before the crew call. You already know the shot.

You can shoot and you can edit, at a high level. You are responsible for everything, from the first shot to final export edit, and that’s how you like it.

You've probably done more than this. Pitched, coordinated, managed. You're good at it. But what you actually want is to create, and you want to do it inside a world you already care about.

This is that role.

You live in short-form. You know a great Reel isn't a trimmed brand film — it's a different language. Pacing, hook, the first two seconds. You've internalized all of it, and it shows in your work.


What you’ll be doing
  • Shoot and edit short-form content across social platforms — Reels, TikToks, and platform-native cuts that perform.

  • You understand the difference between content made for a brand deck and content made for an audience.

  • Cover events, activations, and on-location productions. You are on-site, you are moving, and you are bringing back footage that the team can use.

  • Own your edits end-to-end. Rough cut to final delivery. Color, sound, pacing, format. You don't need a producer to tell you when something isn't working.

  • Collaborate with the Creative and Account teams on campaign briefs. You translate direction into execution without losing your point of view in the process.

  • Maintain and organize your own assets. Project folders, file naming, export specs, delivery standards. You keep your house clean.

  • Stay sharp on platform trends, formats, and algorithm behavior. What worked six months ago might not work today. You know the difference and you adapt.

  • This role involves working outside standard hours, international travel, and working weekends and holidays.

Who we're looking for

✔ 3–5 years shooting and editing professionally — agency, production company, brand-side, or independent. Your work speaks for itself.

✔ Fluent in short-form. You've made content that performed, not just content that looked good in a review. You understand hooks, pacing, and what makes someone stop scrolling.

✔ A true hybrid. You shoot at a high level and you edit at a high level. This is not a role for someone who does one well and tolerates the other.

✔ Proficient in Adobe Premiere.

✔ Field-ready. Comfortable operating a camera in run-and-gun environments — events, live action, motorsport, on-location. You thrive when things are moving fast because that's when the best shots happen.

✔ Organized and self-directed. You manage your own workflow, hit your deadlines, and communicate proactively when something shifts.

Bonus if you also bring

✔ A genuine passion for automotive culture and motorsport. If you already follow the sport, understand the machines, and feel something when the grid lines up — you'll make better work here than anywhere else.

✔ Motion graphics or basic animation skills. After Effects, CapCut, or DaVinci are a plus.

✔ Experience with drone operation or specialized camera systems (gimbal, high-speed, etc.).

✔ A social presence of your own — content you've built, an audience you've grown, a point of view you've developed.


Why Race Service?

We are an Automotive Culture Hub and Creative Agency. Our mission: reshape automotive culture. We work at the intersection of content, strategy, experiential, and design for some of the most iconic brands in the world.

But what makes us different isn't the clients. It's our people.

We operate like a sports team. Everyone brings their best. Everyone feels the win and the loss together. The work we make isn't just deliverables. It's cultural moments that carry a piece of who we are. We reward initiative, autonomy, and bold thinking.

If automotive culture isn’t just a category to you — if it’s actually part of how you live — you will not find a better place to do this work.

We believe the work you choose and the people you choose it with define the life you live.

If that sounds like your kind of life, hit apply.

(Curious what Race Service actually looks like? Check out our YouTube channel.)


What we offer

(For full time employees)

  • Health Benefits

  • 401(k) plan

  • Generous company holiday and PTO Plan

  • Weekly Team Lunch

  • A proper espresso machine, a team that actually knows how to use it and genuine opinions about what goes in the cup.


To apply

Submit your application below. Include a portfolio of work on the links section, we need to see what you make before we can talk. And please tell us a little about each piece you're sending our way below. Upload your resume below.


Race Service is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected status under applicable law. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.