Creative Director Salary in Redondo Beach, California

Redondo Beach is located near Los Angeles. Compensation for digital or broadcast media professionals is influenced by local cost of living. Local agencies and remote employers hire.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$83,000 to $102,000

Average (per year)

$93,000

Early-career directors start in entertainment, digital marketing, or boutique agencies.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$103,000 to $128,000

Average (per year)

$116,000

Oversee campaign concepts, guide junior designers, and ensure brand consistency across projects.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$129,000 to $157,000

Average (per year)

$143,000

Senior directors oversee projects for national brands or lead creative departments in large local companies.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$159,000+

Principal-level roles exist within established entertainment company teams.

Hourly Rates

For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.

Junior

$44 - $62

per hour

Mid-level

$63 - $82

per hour

Senior

$83 - $110

per hour