The trumpet is the brass family along with 4 other instruments; the tuba, the baritone, the french horn, and the trombone. The trumpet is the highest member of its family.
Employment by Industry. Producer and director salaries depend on the industry they work in. The film industry employs the most producers and directors, with 34,760 jobs and a median salary of $114,450. Producers and directors working in radio and television, however, earn a more modest wage, $67,110.
Average Film Director Hourly Wage in the United States. Film Directors earn a median hourly wage of $32.91. Hourly wages typically start from $15.28 and go up to $87.40. Film Directors earn a median salary of $68,440 per year. Salaries typically start from $31,780 and go up to $181,780. These numbers may vary depending on several factors, like level of education, amount of experience, industry, company size and location.