Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, aged to 2026 using compounded market movement. State selections show BLS state-level figures where published. Actual pay varies with experience, industry, and organization size.
Media and Communication Workers, All Other salary by state
Long-term incentive is not shown for this role. Equity awards are only disclosed publicly for the named executive officers of public companies, so no market figure exists for most jobs. See executive pay disclosures.
Typical experience: varies by employer. Entry-level roles usually require little or no prior experience; senior roles typically require 5 or more years in the occupation. See the BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook for the specific entry path.
Media and Communication Workers, All Other pay by experience level
Entry level$40,500
Typical starting pay (about the 10th percentile)
Early career$51,500
A few years in (about the 25th percentile)
Experienced$76,000
Mid-career median pay
Senior$107,500
Seasoned professionals (about the 75th percentile)
Top earners$139,000
Highest earners (about the 90th percentile)
Experience tiers are derived from the BLS wage percentile distribution for this occupation, aged to 2026. Actual pay varies by employer, location, and specialization.
Job outlook
+2.7%
projected change in jobs, 2024–2034
3,000
projected openings per year
Growing slower than average
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program (2024–2034). Openings include growth and replacement needs.
Media and Communication Workers, All Other salary by industry
Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries
5,560 workers
$104,000
Motion Picture and Video Industries
5,540 workers
$104,000
Broadcasting and Content Providers
4,570 workers
$95,500
Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, & Other Media Networks & Content Providers
3,560 workers
$101,000
Educational Services
2,340 workers
$75,500
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools
1,440 workers
$79,000
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
1,180 workers
$79,500
Educational Services, State Government Owned
1,100 workers
$82,500
Radio and Television Broadcasting Stations
1,010 workers
$76,500
Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Schools and Hospitals and USPS
980 workers
$80,000
National sector-level figures, BLS OEWS May 2025, aged to 2026.
Typical duties and FLSA status
Core duties
Support senior team members with day-to-day operational work
Gather and analyze data using established methods and tools
Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation for internal review
Execute routine tasks accurately and on schedule
Escalate issues and questions to more experienced staff
Contribute to team deliverables under direct supervision
Manage executive and corporate messaging
Handle media relations and press engagement
Lead crisis and issues communications
FLSA classification (typical)
Typically Exempt · Professional, Administrative, or Executive exemption
Occupations in this SOC group are typically classified as Exempt when paid above the salary threshold, provided they satisfy the duties test for one of the FLSA exemption categories. Actual classification depends on the specific job duties, salary basis, and any applicable state or local rules. The current federal salary threshold for exemption is $684 per week ($35,568 per year), per the 2020 Department of Labor rule; the 2024 rule that would have raised the threshold was struck down by federal court in November 2024.
How much does a Media and Communication Workers, All Other make?
The average base salary for a Media and Communication Workers, All Other in the United States is $87,000 per year, or about $41.83 per hour.
What is the typical salary range?
Pay typically falls between $51,500 and $107,500 per year (25th to 75th percentile) depending on experience, location, industry, and organization size.
How does this compare with other Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media roles?
The Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media job family averages $88,500 across 45 roles tracked by WePayFairly.
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