In general, directors of large-budget Hollywood films can earn salaries in the millions of dollars. For example, Steven Spielberg reportedly earned $20 million for directing "The Post," while Martin Scorsese earned $10 million for directing "The Irishman."
Directors of smaller-budget films or independent films may earn salaries in the tens or hundreds of thousands of dollars. However, some successful independent directors have been able to negotiate for larger salaries, such as Ava DuVernay, who reportedly earned $4 million for directing "Selma."
In addition to their salaries, directors may also receive other benefits, such as travel expenses, housing, and a percentage of the film's profits.
Here are some of the factors that can affect a movie director's salary:
* Experience: Directors with more experience tend to earn higher salaries than those who are just starting out.
* Reputation: Directors who have a reputation for making successful films are more likely to command higher salaries.
* Budget: The budget of the film can also affect the director's salary. Directors of large-budget films are more likely to earn higher salaries than directors of small-budget films.
* Type of film: The type of film can also affect the director's salary. Directors of action films or blockbusters are more likely to earn higher salaries than directors of dramas or independent films.