How much does a Film Director make in CA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Film Director in California is $177,654. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $158,305 to $204,244, with most professionals earning between $140,688 and $228,452.

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What is a Film Director?

A Film Director is a person who directs the making of a film. A Film Director controls a film's artistic and dramatic aspects and visualizes the screenplay (or script) while guiding the technical crew and actors in the fulfilment of that vision. The director has a key role in choosing the cast members, production design, and the creative aspects of filmmaking. Under European Union law, the director is viewed as the author of the film. The Film Director gives direction to the cast and crew and creates an overall vision through which a film eventually becomes realized, or noticed. Directors nee...

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Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $168,747 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $172,226 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $177,267 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $168,618 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $164,704 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $174,948 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $168,972 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $160,420 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $196,692 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $196,241 Date Updated April 01, 2025
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