Top 10 Hollywood’s Behind-The-Scenes Lucrative Jobs



7 Clapper Loader

It’s common to see someone holding a clapper board in their hands and shouting “Action!”. But did you know that this job has a very specific role? While clapper loaders won’t make a lot in the entertainment industry it’s a great place to start.

The clapper loader is responsible for inserting the film stock into the cameras, operating clapper boards, and taking care of all administrative aspects related to recording. They usually earn between $11,000 and $40,000 for their labor.

Responsibilities: Loading the film, operating the clapperboard

Est. Salary: $11,000-$40,000