Photographers, audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operators Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median photographers, audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operators salary in the UK is £30,396 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £35,229, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £16.71.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £28,366 in Wales to £33,804 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£30,396
Annual
UK Mean
£35,229
Annual
Hourly Rate
£16.71
Median
UK Jobs
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Regional Salary Breakdown
The "Adjusted" column shows purchasing power after accounting for regional cost of living (UK average = 100).
| Region | Median | Mean | CoL Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | £33,804 | £34,837 | £29,041 |
| South East | £32,538 | £35,174 | £31,529 |
| Scotland | £30,172 | £30,791 | £32,689 |
| Wales | £28,366 | £32,338 | £31,518 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average photographers, audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operators salary in the UK?
The median photographers, audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operators salary in the UK is £30,396 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £35,229, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays photographers, audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operators the most?
London pays the highest photographers, audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operators salaries with a median of £33,804.
How does photographers, audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operators pay vary by region?
Photographers, audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operators salaries range from £28,366 in Wales to £33,804 in London.
Are photographers, audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operators salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for photographers, audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operators?
The median hourly rate for photographers, audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operators in the UK is £16.71 (ONS ASHE 2025).
About this data
All salary figures in this guide are from the ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025. Cost-of-living adjustments use ONS Regional Price Parities. Read our methodology. View data sources.