Brand Designer Salary in Zagreb, Croatia

Zagreb offers a median mid‑level brand designer salary of €21,000 per year. Living costs are a consideration.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€13,100 to €17,700

Average (per year)

€15,400

Assist senior designers in creating visual brand assets, mockups, and style guidelines.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€18,000 to €24,750

Average (per year)

€21,000

Mid-level roles offer higher pay, especially when working with local manufacturers.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€25,100 to €31,500

Average (per year)

€27,550

Leads brand strategy, oversees visual identity creation, mentors junior designers, and ensures consistency across all media.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€32,200+

Leads brand strategy, mentors designers, and ensures cohesive visual identity across all platforms.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

€8 - €14

per hour

Mid-level

€15 - €21

per hour

Senior

€21 - €31

per hour

Zagreb's median sits below Croatia's national average for the role. Lower living expenses offset the modest pay gap.