Chief Design Officer Salary in Essaouira, Safi

Essaouira's design salaries reflect the city's tourism-driven economy. A strong arts sector pushes compensation at the top end. Cost of living is higher than in Morocco's interior cities.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

د.م.115,000 to د.م.150,000

Average (per year)

د.م.132,500

Assist senior designers in developing concepts, creating prototypes, and preparing design documentation.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

د.م.151,000 to د.م.195,000

Average (per year)

د.م.173,000

Oversee design projects, mentor junior designers, and align visual strategy with business goals.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

د.م.196,000 to د.م.250,000

Average (per year)

د.م.223,000

Leads design strategy, oversees cross‑functional teams, and ensures brand consistency across products.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

د.م.251,000+

Leads global design strategy, mentors senior designers, and aligns brand vision with business goals.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

د.م.70 - د.م.105

per hour

Mid-level

د.م.110 - د.م.150

per hour

Senior

د.م.155 - د.م.210

per hour