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Skydance Media

Character Designer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$2.9K - $4.0K/wk

Working closely with directors, art leads, and fellow creatives, the Character Designer will ... Previous experience on a feature animated film is required. This position is based in Los Angeles ...

Skydance

Character Designer

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$2.9K - $4.0K/wk

Working closely with directors, art leads, and fellow creatives, the Character Designer will ... Previous experience on a feature animated film is required. This position is based in Los Angeles ...

Skydance Media

Character Designer

California, MO · On-site

$2.9K - $4.0K/wk

Working closely with directors, art leads, and fellow creatives, the Character Designer will ... Previous experience on a feature animated film is required. This position is based in Los Angeles ...

Swaybox Studios

Lead Render Wrangler

New Orleans, LA · On-site

... for feature film production. This role will be instrumental in the initial setup and ongoing ... The Lead Render Wrangler will work closely with Pipeline, IT, Supervisors, Technical Directors, and ...

Swaybox Studios

Lead Render Wrangler

New Orleans, LA · On-site

... for feature film production. This role will be instrumental in the initial setup and ongoing ... The Lead Render Wrangler will work closely with Pipeline, IT, Supervisors, Technical Directors, and ...

Flying Bark Productions

Recruitment Coordinator

Burbank, CA · On-site

$21.25 - $28.50/hr

The Last Airbender feature film, Netflix's Ghostbusters animated series, and Stranger Things ... Works independently as well as under direct supervision. * Quickly solves problems and implements ...

Virtual Producer

VP Supervisor

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

... directors, cinematographers, producers, designers, engineers, VFX artists and technicians. We've ... Whether a feature film, tv show, commercial, music video, or tangential Virtual Production related ...

Cineverse

Director, Accounting Operations

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$140K - $160K/yr

Cineverse entertains consumers around the globe by providing premium feature film and television ... The Director, Accounting Operations will lead and optimize the core accounting operations functions ...

Cineverse

Director, Accounting Operations

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

$140K - $160K/yr

Cineverse entertains consumers around the globe by providing premium feature film and television ... The Director, Accounting Operations will lead and optimize the core accounting operations functions ...

Skydance

Senior Systems Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site +1

$160K - $185K/yr

Self-motivated and self-directing, willing to pitch in areas of development beyond direct ... The Company brings to life stories of immersive worlds across its feature film, television ...

Sonypictures

EVP, Visual Effects

Culver City, CA · On-site

$475K - $550K/yr

Lead the Visual Effects department, managing both the staff and feature film projects, ensuring ... Collaborate with directors, producers, production executives and creative executives to tailor ...

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How much do feature film director jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for feature film director in the United States is $230,997.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $233,000.00 and $244,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Feature Film Director vs Film Producer?

AspectFeature Film DirectorFilm Producer
Primary RoleOversees creative aspects, directs actors, and guides the artistic visionManages production logistics, budgets, and overall project organization
Required CredentialsFilm directing experience, film education, portfolio of previous workProduction management experience, business skills, industry connections
Work EnvironmentOn set during filming, creative meetings, post-productionOffice settings, production meetings, on-location visits
Industry UsageCommonly searched for those interested in directing rolesOften compared for understanding production management roles

While both roles are essential in filmmaking, the Feature Film Director focuses on the creative vision and directing actors, whereas the Film Producer handles the logistics, funding, and overall production management. Understanding these differences helps aspiring professionals identify their career paths in the film industry.

How much do feature film directors make?

Feature film directors' salaries vary widely based on experience, project scope, and industry reputation. According to industry data, the median annual salary for film directors in the United States is around $75,000, but top directors can earn millions per film. Many directors also receive royalties or profit participation depending on the project's success.

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Infographic showing various Feature Film Director job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $230,997 per year, or $111.1 per hour.

Course Director - Film Production

Winter Park, FL • On-site

Full Sail University
Education • 1 - 5K employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Create an environment of learning through effective teaching skills, maintain student-centered focus, and update curriculum to keep current and relevant to industry standards.

  • Perform lectures for campus courses, hold scheduled virtual course meetings for online courses, and assess student outcomes through assignments, tests, quizzes, and labs.

  • Oversee associate course directors and lab specialists to ensure the integrity of curriculum and degree learning outcomes.

Full Sail University rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

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Job description

If you're looking for the chance to learn, grow, and make a contribution to the community, look at employment opportunities with Full Sail University. You'll find your choice of career opportunities, great benefits, an environment that welcomes and values creativity, and a work experience that is both challenging and rewarding!
In the Film Production Master of Fine Arts degree program, students learn the artistic, technical, professional, and academic aspects of filmmaking. The program provides aspiring filmmakers with the advanced creative, technical, and aesthetic knowledge and skills required to produce, crew, and package a professional feature-length or short film. This comprehensive program integrates the study of numerous filmmaking disciplines, including screenwriting, visual storytelling, directing, editing, and producing. Students master these concepts through project-based learning in a program that mirrors the real-world, professional filmmaking environment. Students will also be trained on current filmmaking technologies and will learn how to utilize academic research methodologies in their work. Graduates of the Film Production master of fine arts degree program leave prepared for the professional film industry and are equipped with a range of technical and creative skills needed for career success. Course Directors may be required to teach both on-campus and online. All positions are full time, on-campus in Winter Park, FL.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Create an environment of learning through effective teaching skills, maintain student-centered focus, and update curriculum to keep current and relevant to industry standards.
  • Utilize a variety of teaching strategies and encourage active learning.
  • Create learning activities, including assignments, tests, quizzes and labs, and assess student outcomes in a timely manner through effective assessment and constructive feedback to students to support the learning process.
  • Perform lectures for campus courses, and hold scheduled virtual course meetings for online courses. Teaching will be conducted through on-campus and online delivery.
  • Interact positively with diverse student populations; provide all students with equal opportunities for learning.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to the industry, maintain knowledge and skill relevancy through continuing education as defined in the faculty development plan.

Other Responsibilities:
  • Adheres to the policies and procedures of Full Sail University
  • Maintains strict confidentiality of student and company information
  • Demonstrates a strong commitment to the mission and values of the organization
  • Adheres to company attendance standards
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities: Oversee associate course directors and lab specialists to ensure the integrity of curriculum and degree learning outcomes.
Competencies:
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including proofreading and editing for grammar and punctuation
  • Detail oriented
  • Ability to multi-task while working independently and collaboratively with other teachers and university staff
  • Ability to interact professionally and constructively with students and staff at all levels in an immersive, fast paced environment

Education and/or Experience:
The ideal candidate must have a minimum of four (4) years related and verifiable work experience and required to hold a Terminal Degree or Masters of Fine Arts degree in Film, Creative Writing, Media Studies or a related field from an accredited college or university.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
  • None

Skills:
  • Proficiency using software programs such as MS Word, Excel, Keynote/PowerPoint and Outlook
  • Strong working knowledge of the film industry
  • Production, Pre-production, and screenwriting knowledge

Environmental Factors/Physical Demands:
Work is performed in a recording studio, project studio, computer lab environment, or live event production facility. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to communicate effectively with students, instructors, and support staff, and interact appropriately with computer systems, and audio, video, and lighting production equipment as necessary. May be subject to; bending, reaching, kneeling, stooping and lifting up to thirty (30) pounds.
Full Sail is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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