Brand Designer Salary in Winterthur, Zürich

Winterthur has a variety of employers. The cost of living is high, but lower than Zürich. Brand designers here find jobs in both corporate and creative agencies.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

CHF54,000 to CHF63,000

Average (per year)

CHF58,500

Starting salaries near the lower end of this range are common for recent graduates at agencies or in-house teams.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

CHF63,000 to CHF77,000

Average (per year)

CHF70,000

Mid-level designers earn more if they have experience in consumer goods or tech firms, particularly at larger companies..

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

CHF77,000 to CHF90,000

Average (per year)

CHF83,500

Salaries at the top of this range are typically commanded by specialists with leadership skills and strong portfolios.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

CHF90,000+

Earnings typically exceed CHF 90,000 for principal designers who lead design teams or work for multinational firms.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

CHF34 - CHF42

per hour

Mid-level

CHF43 - CHF55

per hour

Senior

CHF56 - CHF72

per hour

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