Multimedia editor demographics and statistics in the US
Multimedia editor demographics research summary. Zippia estimates multimedia editor demographics and statistics in the United States by using a database of 30 million profiles. Our multimedia editor estimates are verified against BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. Zippia's data science team found the following key facts about multimedia editors after extensive research and analysis:
- There are over 19,852 multimedia editors currently employed in the United States.
- 42.2% of all multimedia editors are women, while 57.8% are men.
- The average multimedia editor age is 43 years old.
- The most common ethnicity of multimedia editors is White (76.3%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (8.1%), Asian (7.2%) and Unknown (4.6%).
- Multimedia editors are most in-demand in New York, NY.
- The media industry is the highest-paying for multimedia editors.
- 12% of all multimedia editors are LGBT.
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Multimedia editor gender statistics
42.2% of multimedia editors are women and 57.8% of multimedia editors are men.
- Male, 57.8%
- Female, 42.2%
Multimedia editor gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 57.8% |
| Female | 42.2% |
Multimedia editor gender pay gap
Women earn $1.01 for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$52,354
Female income
$53,053
Multimedia editor gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in multimedia editor positions over time. Currently, 42.2% of multimedia editors are female.
Multimedia editor gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 61.00% | 39.00% |
| 2011 | 61.96% | 38.04% |
| 2012 | 64.08% | 35.92% |
| 2013 | 64.07% | 35.93% |
| 2014 | 62.95% | 37.05% |
| 2015 | 61.51% | 38.49% |
| 2016 | 62.71% | 37.29% |
| 2017 | 62.22% | 37.78% |
| 2018 | 58.58% | 41.42% |
| 2019 | 61.84% | 38.16% |
| 2020 | 59.50% | 40.50% |
| 2021 | 57.78% | 42.22% |
Multimedia editor related jobs gender ratio
We compared multimedia editors with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, public address announcer and track announcer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Paraprofessional Interpreter | 12% | 88% |
| Deaf Interpreter | 15% | 85% |
| Fashion Journalist | 15% | 85% |
| Multimedia Editor | 58% | 42% |
| Sports Announcer | 91% | 9% |
| Track Announcer | 92% | 8% |
| Public Address Announcer | 93% | 7% |
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Multimedia editor demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among multimedia editors is White, which makes up 76.3% of all multimedia editors. Comparatively, 8.1% of multimedia editors are Hispanic or Latino and 7.2% of multimedia editors are Asian.
- White, 76.3%
- Hispanic or Latino, 8.1%
- Asian, 7.2%
- Unknown, 4.6%
- Black or African American, 3.6%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.2%
Multimedia editor race
| Multimedia editor race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 76.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 8.1% |
| Asian | 7.2% |
| Unknown | 4.6% |
| Black or African American | 3.6% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.2% |
Multimedia editor race and ethnicity over time
See how multimedia editor racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Multimedia editor race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 79.42% | 3.92% | 6.50% | 7.80% |
| 2011 | 81.59% | 3.93% | 5.34% | 7.58% |
| 2012 | 81.10% | 4.09% | 5.62% | 7.28% |
| 2013 | 78.28% | 4.87% | 6.50% | 7.33% |
| 2014 | 79.28% | 4.01% | 6.71% | 7.57% |
| 2015 | 77.94% | 4.46% | 6.70% | 8.31% |
| 2016 | 77.99% | 4.48% | 6.53% | 8.45% |
| 2017 | 78.00% | 4.59% | 6.60% | 7.78% |
| 2018 | 78.06% | 3.99% | 7.15% | 7.96% |
| 2019 | 77.26% | 3.85% | 7.55% | 9.04% |
| 2020 | 75.36% | 3.70% | 6.90% | 8.77% |
| 2021 | 76.32% | 3.56% | 7.21% | 8.07% |
Multimedia editor wage gap by race
According to our data, asian multimedia editors have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american multimedia editors have the lowest average salary at $50,013.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $52,286 |
| White | $50,708 |
| Black or African American | $50,013 |
| Asian | $54,837 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $54,091 |
Average multimedia editor age
See how the average age of multimedia editors varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Multimedia editor age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 34.5 | 36 |
| White | 46 | 42.5 |
| Black or African American | 45 | |
| Asian | 36 | 38 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 43 | 31 |
Multimedia editor age breakdown
The average age of multimedia editors is 40+ years years old, representing 58% of the multimedia editor population.
Multimedia editor age breakdown
| Multimedia Editor Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 58% |
| 30-40 years | 27% |
| 20-30 years | 15% |
Multimedia editor educational attainment
The most common degree for multimedia editors is bachelor's degree, with 80% of multimedia editors earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 9% and master's degree degree at 7%.
- Bachelor's, 80%
- Master's, 9%
- Associate, 7%
- High School Diploma, 2%
- Other Degrees, 2%
Multimedia editors by degree level
| Multimedia editor degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 80% |
| Master's | 9% |
| Associate | 7% |
| High School Diploma | 2% |
| Other Degrees | 2% |
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Multimedia editor wage gap by degree level
According to the data, multimedia editors with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $64,717 annually. With a Master's degree, multimedia editors earn a median annual income of $60,208 compared to $54,534 for multimedia editors with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $60,208 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $54,534 |
| Doctorate Degree | $64,717 |
Multimedia editor employment statistics
Most multimedia editors work for a private in the media industry.
Company size where multimedia editors work
Below, you can see the size of companies where multimedia editors work.
Multimedia editor jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 10% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 17% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 22% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 15% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 26% |
| > 10,000 employees | 11% |
Multimedia editor jobs by company type
Employees with the multimedia editor job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most multimedia editors prefer to work at private companies over education companies.
Multimedia editor jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 22% |
| Public | 12% |
| Private | 63% |
| Government | 3% |
Multimedia editor jobs by industry
The most common industries for multimedia editors are media, education and technology.
Multimedia editor industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Media | 42% |
| Education | 17% |
| Technology | 7% |
| Fortune 500 | 5% |
| Professional | 5% |
| Manufacturing | 4% |
| Start-up | 4% |
| Retail | 4% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Internet | 2% |
| Hospitality | 2% |
| Transportation | 1% |
| Government | 1% |
| Utilities | 1% |
| Non Profits | 1% |
| Health Care | 1% |
| Construction | 1% |
| Automotive | 1% |
| Energy | 1% |
| Telecommunication | 1% |
Multimedia editor turnover and employment statistics
Multimedia editor unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for multimedia editors between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Multimedia editor unemployment rate by year
| Year | Multimedia editor unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 7.55% |
| 2011 | 6.88% |
| 2012 | 5.99% |
| 2013 | 6.94% |
| 2014 | 5.63% |
| 2015 | 4.60% |
| 2016 | 4.23% |
| 2017 | 3.44% |
| 2018 | 4.10% |
| 2019 | 2.52% |
| 2020 | 5.60% |
| 2021 | 5.26% |
Average multimedia editor tenure
The average multimedia editor stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 516 multimedia editors resumes in Zippia's database.
Multimedia editor tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 34% |
| 1-2 years | 30% |
| 3-4 years | 13% |
| 5-7 years | 12% |
| 8-10 years | 6% |
| 11+ years | 5% |
Multimedia editor LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of multimedia editors that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job title | LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Political Reporter | 10.10% | 10,677 |
| Weathercaster | 10.34% | 165 |
| Coordinator, Music | 12.01% | 12,557 |
| Multimedia Editor | 12.38% | - |
| Per Diem Interpreter | 14.90% | 38,934 |
| Contract Copywriter | 16.36% | 19,488 |
| Emcee | 16.36% | 58 |
Similar multimedia editor jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| Political Reporter | 10.10% | 10,677 |
| Weathercaster | 10.34% | 165 |
| Coordinator, Music | 12.01% | 12,557 |
| Per Diem Interpreter | 14.90% | 38,934 |
| Contract Copywriter | 16.36% | 19,488 |
| Emcee | 16.36% | 58 |
Foreign languages spoken by multimedia editors
The most common foreign language among multimedia editors is Spanish at 53.5%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 11.6% and Italian is the third-most popular at 9.3%.
- Spanish, 53.5%
- French, 11.6%
- Italian, 9.3%
- Hebrew, 4.7%
- Korean, 4.7%
- Other, 16.2%
Multimedia editor languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 53.5% |
| French | 11.6% |
| Italian | 9.3% |
| Hebrew | 4.7% |
| Korean | 4.7% |
| Other | 16.2% |
