How to become producers and directorseducation, training, experience and the steps to enter
Median annual pay
$90,360
25th–75th pct. $62,670–$134,800
Top pay (est.)
$258,100
Top 10% $198,540
Pay in 5 years
$103,500est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$118,600est.
$102,000–$137,700
Outlook score
57/100
★★★☆☆ Average
AI replacement risk
58%
Moderate
Job growth (10 yr)
+4.0%
12K openings / yr
How to become producers and directors
Typical education
Bachelor's degree
BLS
Related experience
Less than 5 years
On-the-job training
None
A step-by-step guide for this occupation is being prepared. The education, training and experience data above show the typical path.
Skills, education and requirements for Producers and Directors
Key skills
O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).
Key knowledge areas
What the work involves
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing WorkThinking CreativelyCommunicating with Supervisors, Peers, or SubordinatesUpdating and Using Relevant KnowledgeEstablishing and Maintaining Interpersonal RelationshipsIdentifying Objects, Actions, and EventsGetting InformationCoordinating the Work and Activities of Others
Important abilities
Oral ExpressionDeductive ReasoningOriginalitySpeech ClarityOral ComprehensionWritten Expression
Education of workers
Training before entry
Related work experience
Job Zone 4 — considerable preparation needed (O*NET)
Difficulty of entry: ★★★☆☆ Moderate (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)
Career path and how to earn more as producers and directors
Career-path guidance is being prepared. Pay by percentile is shown in the Pay section.
Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.