Cinematography has become a well-paid career option, since the role
of a cinematographer cannot be undermined, as he plays several roles in
planning and coordinating a film. The salary for cinematographers varies
based on the employer type, professional experience and location of the
job.
Freelance cinematographers can earn anywhere between Rs.5,000-10,000 per
day. Cinematographer working as an assistant can get between Rs.15,000
to Rs.20,000 per month. For those experienced hands sky is the limit.
All this depends upon his creative skill and amount of success he gets
commercially with his work.
