Brand Designer Salary in Oldham, United Kingdom

Oldham offers a median mid‑level Brand Designer salary of £28,000 per year. This figure reflects the reported salary level.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

£21,000 to £25,000

Average (per year)

£23,000

Entry-level roles offer steady salaries and proximity to Manchester agencies.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

£25,000 to £31,000

Average (per year)

£28,000

Those at a mid-level often work with regional brands or support larger firms based in Greater Manchester.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

£31,000 to £37,000

Average (per year)

£34,000

Leadership in local agencies or in-house roles with manufacturing and retail employers is common for senior positions.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

£37,000+

Higher pay is commanded by principal and lead designers, especially those with experience in regional consultancy or nats.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

£14 - £18

per hour

Mid-level

£18 - £24

per hour

Senior

£24 - £32

per hour

National surveys place the median Brand Designer salary around £35,000, putting Oldham's pay roughly £7,000 below the average. Living costs in the area are lower than in many other regions.