IATSE Local 600 (ICG) Low Budget Theatrical rate card, 2026
IATSE Local 600 · verified Oct 2026 (checked 2026-10-17)
The official agreement governs. These figures are minimums copied from the official or primary sources linked on this page, last checked 2026-10-17. They can change, and they can contain transcription errors. Always confirm with the union, the official rate sheet and your payroll company before budgeting or paying anyone. This is not legal or payroll advice.
Hourly camera rates under the Low Budget Theatrical Agreement, effective 1/1/2026 to 12/31/2026. Tier is set by total budget: Tier 1A $3.3M–$6.875M, 1B up to $9.9M, Tier 2 up to $13.75M, Tier 3 up to $16.5M. Ultra Low (up to $3.3M) is negotiated.
| Classification | Tier 1A | Tier 1B | Tier 2 (LA/prod. cities) | Tier 3 (LA/prod. cities) | Tier 2 (non-prod. cities) | Tier 3 (non-prod. cities) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Operator | STN | $40.45 | $65.32 | $68.77 | $62.06 | $65.32 |
| 1st Asst. Camera | $34.42 | $36.09 | $56.67 | $59.66 | $53.85 | $56.67 |
| 2nd Asst. Camera | $31.11 | $32.77 | $43.43 | $45.71 | $41.26 | $43.43 |
- Per hour. STN = subject to negotiation. Director of Photography is STN in every tier.
- Ultra Low tier: negotiated, but no less than 125% of the statutory minimum wage or $15/hour, whichever is higher.
- Columns were read from the PDF's text. Check against the official card before using them.
Official sources
https://www.icg600.com/sites/default/files/2026-02/LBTA-2026-Rate-Card.pdf