Creative Operations Coordinator Salary in California

How much does a Creative Operations Coordinator make in California? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Creative Operations Coordinator in California is $77,332 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

However, a Creative Operations Coordinator's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $98,538
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71,122 to $88,432
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $65,469

Key Factors That Influence Creative Operations Coordinator Salaries

A Creative Operations Coordinator's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Creative Operations Coordinator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Creative Operations Coordinator's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $52,276
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $59,192
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $75,020
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $98,485
  • Expert (over 8 years): $135,185
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Material Coordinator II less than 1 year $52,276
Material Coordinator III 1-2 years $59,192
Creative Operations Coordinator 2-4 years $75,020
Materials Management Supervisor 5-8 years $98,485
Materials Management Manager over 8 years $135,185

Top Paying Cities for Creative Operations Coordinator

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Los Angeles: $77,466
  • West Hollywood: $77,410
  • Dodgertown: $77,465

Creative Operations Coordinator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Creative Operations Coordinator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 49% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Creative Operations Coordinator positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Creative Operations Coordinator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Creative Operations Coordinator

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities $96,666 $46.0 25%
Pharmaceuticals $94,346 $45.0 22%
Internet $88,932 $43.0 15%
Biotechnology $85,066 $41.0 10%
Healthcare $85,066 $41.0 10%

Creative Operations Coordinator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Creative Operations Coordinator's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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Last Updated on August 01, 2026
$71,122
Average $77,332/year
$88,432
$5,927
Average $6,444/month
$7,369
$1,368
Average $1,487/week
$1,701
$34
Average $37/hour
$43
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $88,432 $7,369 $1,701 $43
Average $77,332 $6,444 $1,487 $37
25th Percentile $71,122 $5,927 $1,368 $34

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