Chief Design Officer Salary in Siem Reap, Siem Reap

Siem Reap is Cambodia's tourism hub with a strong hospitality sector. International hotel chains drive demand for design leaders. Salaries are higher than the national average due to greater competition and cost of living.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

៛13,800,000 to ៛20,000,000

Average (per year)

៛16,900,000

Entry-level rates typically apply to graduates joining hotel groups, tourism companies, or local startups.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

៛21,000,000 to ៛30,500,000

Average (per year)

៛25,700,000

Experience in hospitality or digital media often leads to higher earnings for mid-level designers in Siem Reap.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

៛31,500,000 to ៛42,000,000

Average (per year)

៛36,700,000

Design strategy at larger hotels and tourism operators is often the responsibility of senior leaders.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

៛43,000,000+

Creative direction for international hotel chains or major tourism brands may be overseen by principal officers.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

៛25000 - ៛41000

per hour

Mid-level

៛42000 - ៛61000

per hour

Senior

៛63000 - ៛94000

per hour