Brand Designer Salary in Beijing, China

Mid‑level brand designers in Beijing earn competitive salaries. Housing costs lead some designers to negotiate higher compensation.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥72,000 to ¥110,000

Average (per year)

¥90,000

Agencies, startups, and large tech firms in Beijing often employ early-career designers.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥110,000 to ¥165,000

Average (per year)

¥140,000

Internet companies, consumer brands, and media groups frequently hire mid-level talent.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥165,000 to ¥220,000

Average (per year)

¥192,000

Leading creative teams or managing brand projects for major employers is common for senior designers.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

¥220,000+

Strategy advice and the direction of large-scale branding efforts are typical roles for principal-level professionals.

Hourly Rates

For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.

Junior

¥60 - ¥110

per hour

Mid-level

¥120 - ¥200

per hour

Senior

¥220 - ¥350

per hour

Compared with the national median of around ¥120,000, Beijing pays roughly ¥20,000 more. The gap is observed between the compared figures.