Film Director Salary in California
Explore film director salaries in California including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in CA
$92,314
Monthly: $7,693
Biweekly: $3,551
Entry Level
$48,586
Monthly: $4,049
Biweekly: $1,869
Senior Level
$174,909
Monthly: $14,576
Biweekly: $6,727
Job Growth
22%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $48,586 | $92,314 | $174,909 |
| Monthly | $4,049 | $7,693 | $14,576 |
| Biweekly | $1,869 | $3,551 | $6,727 |
| Weekly | $934 | $1,775 | $3,364 |
| Hourly | $23 | $44 | $84 |
CA vs National Comparison
National Median
$72,120
CA Median
$92,314
Difference
+$20,194
Multiplier
1.28x
About This Career
Direct the overall creative vision and production of films.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Film, Video Production, or related field
Key Skills
FilmmakingLeadershipCreative VisionBudget Management
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