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Post-production Director
Guide the editing process to transform raw footage into polished final products while ensuring creative vision and technical standards are met.
45 000 – 120 000 USD ($)
Average salary / year
Bachelor's degree
Education level
00
Automation level
Low
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
1-3 years
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Possible
Automation level
Low
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
1-3 years
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Possible
Compensation
GROSS ANNUAL SALARY
Junior
0–2 years of experience
45 000 – 60 000 USD/ year
Mid-level
3–5 years of experience
60 000 – 85 000 USD/ year
Senior
5+ years of experience
85 000 – 120 000 USD/ year
Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.
Entering the profession — United States
Entry is often through internships or assistant roles in post-production departments, building skills in editing and project management.
Training — United States
The role typically requires a bachelor's degree in film production or a related field, combined with hands-on experience in post-production processes.
The job market — United States
Post-production directors are employed mainly in film studios, television networks, and post-production companies, with demand linked to content production volumes.
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