How much does a Creative Director make in California? The average Creative Director salary in California is $158,729 as of February 27, 2023, but the range typically falls between $133,558 and $186,700. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

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Creative Director provides leadership and direction for all phases of creative development work from concept to completion. Designs and implements policies and standards that reinforce the organization's branding strategy and goals. Being a Creative Director promotes excellence in design thinking and a creative strategy for services, products and programs. Interprets stakeholder requirements to produce effective creative concepts and designs. Additionally, Creative Director recruits and develops a team of designers, copywriters, project managers and vendors. Develops creative briefs and design concepts to meet the business objectives of the organization. Studies current trends and technologies to adopt the most effective tools and techniques across all media. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Creative Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Creative Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2023 Salary.com)...View full job description

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $150,853 Date Updated February 27, 2023
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $151,525 Date Updated February 27, 2023
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $158,603 Date Updated February 27, 2023
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $150,682 Date Updated February 27, 2023
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $144,179 Date Updated February 27, 2023
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $155,870 Date Updated February 27, 2023
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $151,169 Date Updated February 27, 2023
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $141,535 Date Updated February 27, 2023
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $173,366 Date Updated February 27, 2023
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $172,968 Date Updated February 27, 2023
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