Producers and Directors vs. Public Relations Specialists: Who Earns More?
Producers and Directors out-earn Public Relations Specialists by $16K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Producers and Directors land at $90,360 and Public Relations Specialists at $74,750. The education gap is real: producers and director programs typically require bachelor's degree, while public relations specialist programs require bachelor's degree. Top-paying state for Producers and Directors is California ($129,790); for Public Relations Specialists it's District of Columbia ($102,740).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Producers and Directors median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Producers and Directors or Public Relations Specialists?
Producers and Directors earn more nationally. The median is $90,360 for Producers and Directors versus $74,750 for Public Relations Specialists, a difference of $16K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Producers and Directors or Public Relations Specialists?
Producers and Directors has the better 10-year outlook at 4.9% projected growth, compared to 4.8% for the other field. Both are from BLS Employment Projections.
Which requires more education, Producers and Directors or Public Relations Specialists?
Producers and Directors typically requires bachelor's degree. Public Relations Specialists requires bachelor's degree. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Producers and Directors get paid the most?
California is the top-paying state for Producers and Directors at $129,790/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Producers and Directors vs. Public Relations Specialists pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In California, Producers and Directors earn $129,790 vs. $85,030 for Public Relations Specialists. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.