Brand Designer Salary in Metro Vancouver Regional District
Metro Vancouver has a large creative industry. Salaries for designers are above the national average.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
C$48,000 to C$59,000
Average (per year)
C$53,500
Assist senior designers in creating visual brand assets, updating guidelines, and preparing presentations.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
C$60,000 to C$73,000
Average (per year)
C$66,500
At this stage, designers work with larger clients and often move into roles at creative studios or in-house design teams for major regional employers.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
C$75,000 to C$90,000
Average (per year)
C$82,500
Senior designers manage projects and sometimes small teams, with compensation reflecting expertise and the strong presence of technology and e-commerce companies.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
C$92,000+
Principal or lead roles command high salaries, often with additional benefits, especially in global agencies or creative leadership positions in the tech sector.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
C$25 - C$38
per hour
Mid-level
C$40 - C$55
per hour
Senior
C$60 - C$90
per hour