Producers and Directors
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.
Common Job Titles
- Artistic Director
- Director
- News Producer
- Producer
What You'll Need to Succeed
AI-generatedKey competencies for this occupation at a glance
- KnowledgeFormulate creative vision and artistic direction for stage, television, radio, video, or film productions, integrating script interpretation, casting decisions, set design, and special effects to achieve storytelling objectives.Advanced
- KnowledgeDesign production workflows and technical processes utilizing digital video cameras, sound mixing equipment, video editing systems, and multimedia platforms to achieve desired creative outcomes.Advanced
- KnowledgeEvaluate actor and crew performance quality against production standards and creative vision during rehearsals and live shoots, providing real-time adjustments to ensure consistency.Proficient
- KnowledgeAnalyze scripts, storylines, and narrative structures to determine technical requirements, talent needs, and production feasibility within budget constraints.Proficient
- KnowledgeAssess production resources, schedules, and personnel allocation, coordinating across departments to meet tight deadlines and optimize workflow efficiency.Proficient
- MindsetIntegrate collaborative input from writers, designers, cinematographers, and technical staff while maintaining artistic vision and fostering a creative team environment.Proficient
- MindsetAdvocate for artistic integrity and creative choices when negotiating with producers, network executives, and financial stakeholders.Proficient
- KnowledgeSynthesize audience engagement data and industry trends with creative storytelling approaches using analytics from social media platforms and streaming services to inform content development decisions.Proficient
- MindsetEngage with cast and crew to build trust and elicit optimal creative contributions through active listening and social perceptiveness in high-pressure production environments.Developing
- Hands-onOperate video editing software and post-production tools, including Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, and Avid Media Composer, to refine final production outputs.Developing
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Producers and Directors (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
145,270
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $43,060. 25th percentile: U.S. $59,810. 50th percentile: U.S. $83,480. 75th percentile: U.S. $131,160. 90th percentile: U.S. $198,530. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
- U.S.
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $43,060 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $198,530 |
| Workers on average earn | $114,280 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Communications and Media4.7/5
- English Language3.9/5
- Telecommunications3.7/5
- Computers and Electronics3.6/5
- Administration and Management3.4/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
- Adobe Acrobat
- Adobe After Effects
- Adobe Creative Cloud software
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe InDesign
- Adobe Photoshop
- Asana
- Atlassian Confluence
- Atlassian JIRA
- Canva
- Cascading style sheets CSS
- Drupal
- Extensible markup language XML
- Google Analytics
- Google Docs
- Google Workspace software
- Hypertext markup language HTML
- JavaScript
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft Teams
- Microsoft Visio
- Microsoft Windows
- Microsoft Word
- PHP
- Slack
- TikTok
- WordPress
- Zoom
Technology Skills
- AP ENPS
- Adobe ActionScript
- Adobe Audition
- Adobe Dreamweaver
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Airtable
- Apple Final Cut Pro
- Avid Digidesign Pro Tools
Tools & Equipment
- Apple iMacs
- Apple iPads
- Dell Notebooks
- Digital video cameras
- Electronic news gathering ENG cameras
- Grass Valley Ignite Automated Production System
- Laptop computers
- Lens finders