What are the main factors that influence a Creative Production Director's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Creative Production Director?

The Insurance industry offers the highest average compensation for Creative Production Director roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

How does experience change A Creative Production Director's salary?

A Creative Production Director's salary grows with experience: a Producer (0-2 years)earns $66,522, a Senior Producer (2-4 years)earns $72,421, a Creative Production Manager (4-5 years)earns $109,316, a Creative Production Director (5+ years)earns $147,245,

What are the highest paying states for a Creative Production Director?

Creative Production Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Creative Production Director roles are District of Columbia $160,985, California $160,374, Massachusetts $158,237. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Creative Production Director roles make?

Salaries for Creative Production Director level roles vary by specialization: Executive Creative Director: $149,075; Global Creative Director: $144,962; Creative Media Design and Service Director: $143,820; Creative Director: $143,819; Freelance Creative Director: $140,681.

Creative Production Director Salary in Delaware

How much does a Creative Production Director make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Creative Production Director in Delaware is $147,245 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $71.

However, a Creative Production Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $180,030
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $135,243 to $164,406
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $124,316

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Creative Production Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$164,406	$13,700	$3,162	$79
Average	$147,245	$12,270	$2,832	$71
25th Percentile	$135,243	$11,270	$2,601	$65

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Key Factors That Influence Creative Production Director Salaries

A Creative Production Director's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Creative Production Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Creative Production Director's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Producer (0-2 years): $66,522
Senior Producer (2-4 years): $72,421
Creative Production Manager (4-5 years): $109,316
Creative Production Director (5+ years): $147,245

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Producer	0-2 years	$66,522
Senior Producer	2-4 years	$72,421
Creative Production Manager	4-5 years	$109,316
Creative Production Director	5+ years	$147,245

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How Do Creative Production Director Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Creative Production Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $160,985.
California: $160,374.
Massachusetts: $158,237.

District of Columbia $160,985 California $160,374 Massachusetts $158,237 Washington $157,655 New Jersey $157,597 Alaska $157,393 Connecticut $155,387 New York $154,573

Hawaii $151,970 Rhode Island $150,749 Maryland $149,920 Minnesota $148,786 Colorado $148,350 Illinois $148,204 Oregon $147,652 Delaware $147,245

New Hampshire $146,989 Virginia $146,416 Pennsylvania $144,744 Nevada $143,900 North Dakota $143,624 Michigan $143,188 Wisconsin $143,028 Vermont $142,708

Texas $141,821 Maine $141,763 Arizona $141,676 Ohio $141,574 Georgia $140,236 Indiana $139,568 Wyoming $139,437 Utah $139,233

Iowa $139,146 Kansas $138,448 Louisiana $138,244 North Carolina $138,172 Missouri $138,143 Florida $137,576 Montana $137,270 Nebraska $136,979

Kentucky $136,820 South Carolina $136,238 Tennessee $135,874 Idaho $135,729 New Mexico $134,668 Oklahoma $134,435 Alabama $133,577 South Dakota $132,138

Arkansas $131,353 West Virginia $130,931 Mississippi $129,666

Top Paying Cities for Creative Production Directors

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $146,582
Little Creek: $147,655
Magnolia: $147,442

Lincoln, DE $146,582 Little Creek, DE $147,655 Magnolia, DE $147,442 Milford, DE $146,954 Marydel, DE $147,195 Millsboro, DE $145,967 Millville, DE $146,192 Milton, DE $146,445

Nassau, DE $146,551 Ocean View, DE $146,167 Rehoboth Beach, DE $146,448 Seaford, DE $146,531 Selbyville, DE $145,924 Smyrna, DE $147,756 Viola, DE $147,076 Woodside, DE $147,471

Bear, DE $147,131 Newark, DE $147,076 Claymont, DE $147,377 Delaware City, DE $147,223 Hockessin, DE $147,063 Kirkwood, DE $147,195 Middletown, DE $147,252 Montchanin, DE $147,096

New Castle, DE $147,118 Odessa, DE $147,325 Port Penn, DE $147,423 Rockland, DE $147,111 Saint Georges, DE $147,205 Townsend, DE $147,432 Winterthur, DE $147,128 Lewes, DE $146,502

Wilmington, DE $147,070 Dover, DE $147,655 Dover Afb, DE $146,877 Bethany Beach, DE $146,013 Bethel, DE $146,164 Bridgeville, DE $146,509 Camden Wyoming, DE $147,239 Cheswold, DE $147,607

Clayton, DE $147,611 Dagsboro, DE $145,911 Delmar, DE $145,677 Ellendale, DE $146,119 Felton, DE $146,942 Fenwick Island, DE $145,943 Frankford, DE $145,689 Frederica, DE $147,088

Georgetown, DE $145,856 Greenwood, DE $146,532 Harbeson, DE $146,012 Harrington, DE $146,756 Hartly, DE $147,213 Houston, DE $146,547 Kenton, DE $147,618 Laurel, DE $145,769

Yorklyn, DE $147,106

Creative Production Director Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Creative Production Director salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $164,692. While startup companies pay approximate $139,280.

Creative Production Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$139,280
Growth Stage	51~500	$147,310
Established	501~5000	$159,041
Enterprise	5000+	$164,692

Creative Production Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Creative Production Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 29% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Insurance and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 15% above the average. In contrast, Creative Production Director positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Construction typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Creative Production Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Creative Production Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Insurance	$169,331	$81.0	15%
Energy & Utilities	$161,969	$78.0	10%
Biotechnology	$159,024	$76.0	8%
Healthcare	$159,024	$76.0	8%
Transportation	$156,079	$75.0	6%

Creative Production Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Creative Production Director's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$135,243

Average $147,245/year

$164,406

$11,270

Average $12,270/month

$13,700

$2,601

Average $2,832/week

$3,162

$65

Average $71/hour

$79

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$164,406	$13,700	$3,162	$79
Average	$147,245	$12,270	$2,832	$71
25th Percentile	$135,243	$11,270	$2,601	$65

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