Brand Designer Salary in Romania
In Romania, a mid‑level brand designer receives a salary. The figure is linked to agency hiring.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
lei32,000 to lei41,000
Average (per year)
lei37,000
Graduates start in small agencies or local businesses.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
lei41,000 to lei52,000
Average (per year)
lei46,000
Mid-level professionals often see incremental pay increases.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
lei52,000 to lei65,000
Average (per year)
lei58,500
Senior designers may consult or lead branding projects.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
lei65,000+
Principal designers typically freelance or manage boutique studios, with earnings tied to project scope.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
lei40 - lei60
per hour
Mid-level
lei60 - lei95
per hour
Senior
lei95 - lei140
per hour
Market Overview
Bucharest's advertising firms and tech startups hire designers to shape visual identities. Outside the capital, Cluj‑Napoca offers similar roles in software companies. Living costs are relatively low.