Producers and Directors

Media Production • Creative & Media Careers

Produce or direct stage, television, radio, video, or film productions for entertainment, information, or instruction. Responsible for creative decisions, such as interpretation of script, choice of actors or guests, set design, sound, special effects, and choreography.

Typical Salary (Median)
$83,480
(2024 BLS data)
Half earn more, half earn less
Average Salary (Mean)
$114,280
Mathematical average of all salaries
National Employment
145,270
Education Required
Bachelor's degree
BLS Code: 272012

Understanding Salary Statistics: The typical salary (median) shows what a middle-of-the-road Producers and Directors earns, making it useful for salary negotiations. The average salary (mean) can be higher due to top earners and is often used in industry reports.

Salary Distribution

National salary ranges for Producers and Directors (2024)

10th Percentile
$43,060
25th Percentile
$59,810
75th Percentile
$131,160
90th Percentile
$198,530

Top Industries

Industries with the most Producers and Directors positions

1
Cross-industry, Private, Federal, State, and Local Government
145,270
$114,280 avg
2
Cross-industry, Private Ownership Only
139,980
$115,650 avg
3
Sector 51 - Information
90,050
$117,940 avg
4
Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries
42,030
$140,000 avg
5
Broadcasting and Content Providers
41,340
$94,830 avg

Work Environment

Studio Various

Career Overview

💼 About This Career

Producers and Directors professionals work in creative & media careers, specifically in media production. This role typically requires bachelor's degree and offers a median salary of $83,480.

📊 Job Market Outlook

The job growth outlook for Producers and Directors is rated as Moderate. Currently, there are approximately 145,270 people employed in this occupation nationwide.

Related Skills & Keywords

producer director film producer video producer

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Data Source: Salary and employment statistics are from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program , 2024 data. Historical trends show changes over time. Individual results may vary based on experience, location, and employer.