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Hire a Camera Crew in Chicago

Vetted, full-time W-2 Directors of Photography in Chicago — same-day availability, broadcast-quality equipment, one call to book.

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Available Crew in Chicago

EJ Watson — DP in Chicago, IL

EJ Watson

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Chicago, IL

Chicago Camera Crew Day Rates

Based on Assignment Desk's published day-rate data from 36,000+ real bookings nationwide: Directors of Photography run $900–$2,400/day, Videographers $650–$1,400/day, and Audio Technicians $600–$1,200/day. Standard production days are 10 hours; overtime bills at time-and-a-half.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Chicago a top production market?

Chicago combines a 30% state tax credit, massive studio infrastructure (Cinespace), a deep crew base from both union and non-union talent pools, and iconic urban locations. It's consistently a top-5 US production market by volume.

What crew roles are in highest demand in Chicago?

Camera operators, audio technicians, and gaffers are in constant demand for the city's heavy corporate, broadcast, and live event production schedules. Multi-camera crew and ENG teams are also frequently booked for Chicago's convention and sports calendar.

How do I book a camera crew in Chicago?

Fill out the booking form above or call 312-464-8600. We typically confirm crew availability in Chicago within hours, with same-day booking available in most cases.

What does a camera crew cost per day in Chicago?

Based on Assignment Desk's published day-rate data from 36,000+ real bookings: Directors of Photography run $900–$2,400/day, Videographers $650–$1,400/day, and Audio Technicians $600–$1,200/day. See the full rate breakdown by role on our day rates page.

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Our Chicago, IL staff video production crews are ready to make your next project a success.

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