How much does a Producer make?
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$81K
/yrThe estimated total pay for a Producer is $81,439 per year in the United States area, with an average salary of $75,929 per year. These numbers represent the median, which is the midpoint of the ranges from our proprietary Total Pay Estimate model and based on salaries collected from our users. The estimated additional pay is $5,510 per year. Additional pay could include cash bonus, commission, tips, and profit sharing. The "Most Likely Range" represents values that exist within the 25th and 75th percentile of all pay data available for this role.
How accurate is this most likely Total Pay range (base + additional) of $61K-$112K/yr?
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| Job Title | Salary |
|---|---|
| Producer | $81,439 /yr |
| Senior Producer | $139,509 /yr |
| Lead Producer | $134,854 /yr |
Related Job Titles
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Some related job titles are Digital Producer Salaries with median pay of $74,912, Producer/Senior Producer Salaries with median pay of $139,509, Assistant Producer Salaries with median pay of $59,433, Associate Producer Salaries with median pay of $66,681.
Top Paying Companies
For a Producer in United States
Below is the total pay for the top 10 highest paying companies for a Producer in United States. Employers include Meta, Google and Microsoft.
Top Paying Companies
For Producer in United States
| 1 | Meta | $263,256 | |
| 2 | $263,121 | ||
| 3 | Microsoft | $213,755 | |
| 4 | Apple | $206,553 | |
| 5 | Wells Fargo | $179,627 | |
| 6 | Higginbotham | $170,590 | |
| 7 | Salesforce | $169,027 | |
| 8 | Woodruff Sawyer | $166,550 | |
| 9 | Marsh McLennan | $166,193 | |
| 10 | Bloomberg L.P. | $162,711 |
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What is the total pay trajectory for Producer?
| Job Title | Salary |
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| Producer | $81,439 /yr |
| Senior Producer | $139,509 /yr |
| Lead Producer | $134,854 /yr |
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Top Paying Industries
For a Producer in United States
The top 5 paying industries for a Producer in United States are Financial Services with a median total pay of $132,230, Manufacturing with a median total pay of $123,262, Insurance with a median total pay of $122,838, Information Technology with a median total pay of $118,609, and Telecommunications with a median total pay of $101,948.
Financial Services
Top paying companies in Financial Services for Producer are Wells Fargo, Deloitte, and Publicis North America.
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What is the pay outlook for Arts & Design?
Jobs in arts & design are growing due to increased access to remote work. These jobs often require a bachelor’s degree and technical skills such as graphic design software, web-development and research. Salaries vary, as jobs tend to be short-term and contractual, offering workers flexible schedules and the opportunity to manage multiple projects at once.
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Producer pay FAQ
The average salary for a Producer is $81,439 per year in United States. Salaries estimates are based on 11991 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by a Producer employees in United States.
The highest salary for a Producer in United States is $111,604 per year.
The lowest salary for a Producer in United States is $61,080 per year.
If you are thinking of becoming a Producer or planning the next step in your career, find details about the role, the career path and salary trajectory of a Producer.
Pay for producers varies widely. On average, their compensation is similar to that of other successful creatives including art directors, film editors, special effects artists or animators, and writers. Their role is to lead the artistic and operational decision-making process of productions. Their duties may include selecting scripts, auditioning cast members, approving design decisions, ensuring projects stay on schedule. Employment is expected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations over the next decade, and pay should follow.
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A bachelor's degree in film or business, five years of professional experience, and in-demand entertainment industry skills help qualify producers' salaries as good, as does their potential to earn an additional $5,508.99 every year. About 65% of producers feel satisfied with their current salaries.
As producers develop marketable skills in the entertainment industry, establish their credibility through projects, and gain experience, their earnings may rise. Pay ranges between $47,226.32 and $147,782.12, with the average professional earning $81,424.69 every year. Once you gain significant relevant experience and add more TV and film work to their resume, they can become a senior producer and earn more.
Those seeking higher salaries as producers should consider completing a bachelor's degree in film, business, or a related field. For those interested in the screenwriting side of the industry, a degree in communication or journalism boosts earning power. The most in-demand skills include script writing, communication, time management, organization, research, copywriting, casting, developing online or broadcast content, and securing interviews. Producer salaries rise as they master more of these skills and stay ahead of industry trends, and they must have in-depth knowledge of every aspect of the production process. Completing independent projects and gaining five or more years of experience also elevates pay.
Worthy employers are willing to work with those bargaining for higher salaries in their producer jobs, so research before taking a seat at the negotiating table. Explore the salaries of local producers in your area with similar levels of experience and skill to gauge which pay range you're working with. Ask for a competitive number around 20% above what you're currently earning, factoring in your entertainment industry experience, marketable skills, and education level. As you gain experience and establish yourself on more projects, you'll have higher professional value. Along with your salary request, include other elements from your compensation package, such as vacation time, flexible scheduling, and 401(k) matching.