Motion Picture Projectionists
SOC Code: 39-3021 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Set up and operate motion picture projection and related sound reproduction equipment.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Motion Picture Projectionists. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA | $62,296 | $82,638 | $102,960 | $123,302 |
| Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA | $52,978 | $75,234 | $97,510 | $119,766 |
| San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA | $52,728 | $74,922 | $97,115 | $119,309 |
| Bakersfield-Delano, CA | $49,005 | $71,968 | $94,931 | $117,894 |
| Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA | $48,818 | $71,802 | $94,765 | $117,749 |
| Fresno, CA | $42,432 | $65,042 | $87,651 | $110,261 |
| Hanford-Corcoran, CA | $42,432 | $65,042 | $87,651 | $110,261 |
| Chico, CA | $42,432 | $65,042 | $87,651 | $110,261 |
| El Centro, CA | $42,432 | $65,042 | $87,651 | $110,261 |
| Merced, CA | $42,432 | $65,042 | $87,651 | $110,261 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Operations Monitoring | 3.1 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.0 | |
| Speaking | 3.0 | |
| Operation and Control | 3.0 | |
| Active Listening | 3.0 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 2.9 | |
| Critical Thinking | 2.9 | |
| Coordination | 2.9 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 2.9 | |
| Monitoring | 2.9 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Computers and Electronics | 4.1 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 3.3 |
| Mechanical | 3.2 |
| English Language | 3.2 |
| Administration and Management | 2.8 |
| Communications and Media | 2.7 |
| Public Safety and Security | 2.5 |
| Engineering and Technology | 2.5 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 61.1% |
| Less than high school | 19.9% |
| Bachelor's degree | 10.1% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 8.9% |
Typical Tasks
- Start projectors and open shutters to project images onto screens.
- Monitor operations to ensure that standards for sound and image projection quality are met.
- Operate equipment to show films in a number of theaters simultaneously.
- Set up and adjust picture projectors and screens to achieve proper size, illumination, and focus of images, and proper volume and tone of sound.
- Inspect projection equipment prior to operation to ensure proper working order.
- Perform minor repairs, such as replacing worn sprockets, or notify maintenance personnel of the need for major repairs.
- Open and close facilities according to rules and schedules.
- Set up and inspect curtain and screen controls.
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