Brand Designer Salary in Shimada, Shizuoka
Shimada has a smaller market for creative roles. Salaries here are below regional averages, reflecting lower living costs and fewer large creative employers.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥2,400,000 to ¥3,100,000
Average (per year)
¥2,700,000
Fresh graduates in Shimada mostly join printing firms or small local agencies, earning at the lower end.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥3,100,000 to ¥3,900,000
Average (per year)
¥3,500,000
By this stage, designers fill roles at mid-sized businesses.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥3,900,000 to ¥4,800,000
Average (per year)
¥4,300,000
Veterans with strong portfolios access higher pay, especially when working with established manufacturers.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
¥4,800,000+
Principal-level designers often take on management roles at the largest local firms or run their own studios.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
¥1500 - ¥2000
per hour
Mid-level
¥2000 - ¥2800
per hour
Senior
¥2800 - ¥3700
per hour