Arts officers, producers and directors Salary in United Kingdom
Updated May 2026
Official salary data
Based on approximately 22,000 employees
10th percentile
£18,353
25th percentile
£26,217
Median
£35,487
Mean
£38,158
75th percentile
£45,732
| Statistic | Annual pay (gross) |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | £18,353 |
| 25th percentile | £26,217 |
| Median | £35,487 |
| Mean | £38,158 |
| 75th percentile | £45,732 |
Pay by period
Weekly
£684
Mean £756
Hourly
£18.74
Mean £21.31
| Pay period | Median | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Weekly | £684 | £756 |
| Hourly | £18.74 | £21.31 |
Source: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) · 2024 revised
Sector pay context
Average weekly earnings in the Arts, entertainment and recreation sector are £581/week. Earnings grew +9.0% over the past 12 months vs +2.9% nationally.
Source: ONS Average Weekly Earnings (EARN03), not seasonally adjusted · December 2025
Employment patterns
- 84% of Arts officers, producers work full-time
- 48% are self-employed
- 87% of employees have permanent contracts
Source: ONS Annual Population Survey (APS218), 2025
Take-home pay estimate
Estimate only · 2026/27 HMRC rates · Standard allowances · Not financial or tax advice
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