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Retailcloud

Directors Technology - Mobile

Concord, CA · On-site

$274K/yr

* Provide long-term technical and architectural leadership for the design, development, and evolution of Android-based mobile point-of-sale platforms, including handheld devices, tablet systems, and ...

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Executive Director

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$310 - $360/hr

Governed by a 21-member Board of Directors and supported by eight active committees, C/CAG serves in several important countywide roles, including as the Congestion Management Agency (CMA), the San ...

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How much do directors jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for directors in California is $51,637.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,500.00 and $59,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Directors vs Managers?

AspectDirectorsManagers
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree often in business or related field; advanced degrees or certifications may be preferredBachelor's degree in relevant field; certifications vary by industry
Work EnvironmentStrategic planning, high-level decision making, overseeing multiple departmentsSupervising teams, implementing policies, managing daily operations
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in corporate, nonprofit, and government sectors for senior leadership rolesWidely used across industries for operational roles at various levels
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding leadership roles, career progression, organizational structureOperational responsibilities, team management, daily tasks

In summary, Directors focus on strategic oversight and high-level decision making, often managing multiple departments or divisions. Managers handle day-to-day operations, team supervision, and implementing policies. While both roles require leadership skills, Directors typically have broader responsibilities and higher credentials compared to Managers.

What are the most commonly searched types of Directors jobs in California?

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Infographic showing various Directors job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,637 per year, or $24.8 per hour.

KABC Freelance Directors

The Walt Disney Company

Glendale, CA • On-site

$73.38 - $98/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Walt Disney Company rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 128 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

5th of 52 rated entertainment

Job description

Job Posting Title:

KABC Freelance Directors

Req ID:

10154264

Job Description:

ABC7 Los Angeles, the ABC Owned Station in Southern California, delivers top-rated news coverage across television, digital, social, and streaming platforms. Seeking Freelance (DGA) Directors to join our team to work on live newscasts and live local productions.

Responsibilities:

  • Direct fast-paced, top-market newscasts, with ability to handle major breaking news as it happens, in a single-operator control room environment
  • Stage Manage newscasts and live productions as required

Basic Qualifications:

  • An exceptional ability to multitask under pressure
  • Working experience as a director with Ross Overdrive as a single-operator director
  • Understanding of and experience coding and monitoring camera blocking/movement while directing a live show
  • Ability to operate/adjust/drive robotic camera systems while directing a live show
  • Ability to monitor and adjust/code for audio changes and levels while directing a live show
  • Strong sense of newscast structure and breaking news judgement
  • Operational knowledge of the DALET Newsroom computer system
  • Must interact with various departments and have exceptional organizational skills
  • Understanding of broadcast studio lighting
  • Understanding of microphone placement for news talent and guests
  • Must be willing to work any combination of overnight, weekend and holiday shifts
  • Minimum of 10 years experience directing live newscasts in a major market

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of peripheral devices such as XPression Graphics and Ross Artimo Robotic camera systems

Required Education: High School Diploma

Preferred Education: College Degree

Availability of shifts may vary. This position offers no guarantee of a set weekly schedule or guaranteed hours.

The pay rate for this role in Glendale, California is $73.38 to $98.00 per hour, which follows the pay scale agreed upon in the DGA Collective Bargaining Agreement. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

Job Posting Segment:

Disney Networks

Job Posting Primary Business:

Disney Networks All

Primary Job Posting Category:

Production

Employment Type:

Part time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Glendale, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-06-19

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At Disney, we're storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. We do this through utilizing and developing cutting-edge technology and pushing the envelope to bring stories to life through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your chance to join our talented team that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world. "We create happiness." That's our motto at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. And it permeates everything we do. At Disney, you'll help inspire that magic by enabling our teams to push the limits of entertainment and create the never-before-seen!

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Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Burbank, CA, US

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