Heavy media operator vs table runner

The differences between heavy media operators and table runners can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. Additionally, a heavy media operator has an average salary of $49,684, which is higher than the $32,530 average annual salary of a table runner.

The top three skills for a heavy media operator include video signals, ingest and master control. The most important skills for a table runner are bus tables, reset tables, and customer service.

Heavy media operator vs table runner overview

	Heavy Media Operator	Table Runner
Yearly salary	$49,684	$32,530
Hourly rate	$23.89	$15.64
Growth rate	10%	17%
Number of jobs	37,589	14,411
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 56%	High School Diploma, 55%
Average age	42	42
Years of experience	-	-

Heavy media operator vs table runner salary

Heavy media operators and table runners have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Heavy Media Operator	Table Runner
Average salary	$49,684	$32,530
Salary range	Between $32,000 And $76,000	Between $25,000 And $42,000
Highest paying City	-	-
Highest paying state	-	-
Best paying company	-	-
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Differences between heavy media operator and table runner education

There are a few differences between a heavy media operator and a table runner in terms of educational background:

	Heavy Media Operator	Table Runner
Most common degree	Bachelor's Degree, 56%	High School Diploma, 55%
Most common major	Communication	Criminal Justice
Most common college	-	-

Heavy media operator vs table runner demographics

Here are the differences between heavy media operators' and table runners' demographics:

	Heavy Media Operator	Table Runner
Average age	42	42
Gender ratio	Male, 69.6% Female, 30.4%	Male, 48.6% Female, 51.4%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 11.1% Unknown, 4.9% Hispanic or Latino, 16.7% Asian, 1.4% White, 65.3% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%	Black or African American, 12.2% Unknown, 5.0% Hispanic or Latino, 11.2% Asian, 1.8% White, 69.2% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.6%
LGBT Percentage	8%	8%

Differences between heavy media operator and table runner duties and responsibilities

Heavy media operator example responsibilities.

Lead false-positive team to identify and resolve network service issues and produce a manual for outsource providers to troubleshoot technical issues.
Operate the administrative and technical aspects of a video teleconferencing center for clients ranging from civilian executives to four-star generals.
Duplicate DVDs, CDs, and cassette tapes of conference recordings for retail purposes.

Table runner example responsibilities.

Manage expediter window paying close attention to garnishes and presentation.
Maintain VIP guest list and ensure all VIP guest list members are accommodate appropriately.
Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assign station and service areas.
Skil in mixing, garnishing and serving specialize drinks.

Heavy media operator vs table runner skills

Common heavy media operator skills

Video Signals, 24%
Ingest, 15%
Master Control, 10%
Broadcast Equipment, 10%
News Stories, 6%
QC, 6%

Common table runner skills

Bus Tables, 45%
Reset Tables, 41%
Customer Service, 15%

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Updated January 8, 2025

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