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

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

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

A Creative Services Director's salary grows with experience: a Creative Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $103,724, a Creative Manager (5+ years)earns $137,238, a Creative Services Director (5+ years)earns $161,071,

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

Creative Services Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Creative Services Director roles are District of Columbia $158,923, California $158,320, Massachusetts $156,210. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Creative Services Director level roles vary by specialization: Associate Director of Creative Services: $155,045; Creative Design Services Director: $143,900; Creative Director: $143,855; Director Of Creative Services: $143,536; Manager, Creative Services: $124,617.

Creative Services Director Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Creative Services Director make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Creative Services Director in District of Columbia is $159,756 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $77.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $186,830
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $140,327 to $173,928
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $122,638

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Creative Services Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$173,928	$14,494	$3,345	$84
Average	$159,756	$13,313	$3,072	$77
25th Percentile	$140,327	$11,694	$2,699	$67

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Key Factors That Influence Creative Services Director Salaries

A Creative Services 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 Do Creative Services 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 Services Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $158,923.
California: $158,320.
Massachusetts: $156,210.

District of Columbia $158,923 California $158,320 Massachusetts $156,210 Washington $155,636 New Jersey $155,579 Alaska $155,378 Connecticut $153,397 New York $152,593

Hawaii $150,024 Rhode Island $148,818 Maryland $148,000 Minnesota $146,881 Colorado $146,450 Illinois $146,306 Oregon $145,761 Delaware $145,359

New Hampshire $145,106 Virginia $144,541 Pennsylvania $142,890 Nevada $142,058 North Dakota $141,785 Michigan $141,354 Wisconsin $141,197 Vermont $140,881

Texas $140,005 Maine $139,948 Arizona $139,862 Ohio $139,761 Georgia $138,441 Indiana $137,780 Wyoming $137,651 Utah $137,450

Iowa $137,364 Kansas $136,675 Louisiana $136,474 North Carolina $136,402 Missouri $136,374 Florida $135,814 Montana $135,513 Nebraska $135,225

Kentucky $135,068 South Carolina $134,493 Tennessee $134,135 Idaho $133,991 New Mexico $132,943 Oklahoma $132,714 Alabama $131,867 South Dakota $130,446

Arkansas $129,671 West Virginia $129,254 Mississippi $128,006

Top Paying Cities for Creative Services 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:

Parcel Return Service: $158,923
Washington: $158,923
Naval Anacost Annex: $158,923

Parcel Return Service, DC $158,923 Washington, DC $158,923 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $158,923 Washington Navy Yard, DC $158,923

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

Understanding how a Creative Services 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 May 18, 2021

$140,327

Average $159,756/year

$173,928

$11,694

Average $13,313/month

$14,494

$2,699

Average $3,072/week

$3,345

$67

Average $77/hour

$84

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$173,928	$14,494	$3,345	$84
Average	$159,756	$13,313	$3,072	$77
25th Percentile	$140,327	$11,694	$2,699	$67

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