CNN employees working as Studio Operator in US have attributed a compensation and benefits rating of 4 out of 5 stars, based on 2 ratings. This is in line with the average of Studio Operator professionals at CNN worldwide.
The salary trajectory of a Studio Operator ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $52,649 per year (estimate) and goes up to $176,777 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
The estimated average salary for a Studio Operator at CNN is $61,919 per year or $30 per hour, but some professionals have reported earning up to roughly $100,189 per year (90th percentile). The typical pay range is between $48,313 (25th percentile) and $79,974 (75th percentile) annually. This is based on 10 salaries submitted by CNN Studio Operator professionals on Glassdoor, as of Jul 2026.
Studio Operator professionals typically earn between $23 and $38 per hour.
Studio Operator professionals typically earn between $4,026 and $6,665 monthly.
Studio Operator with an estimated total pay of $47K - $77K/yr