Chief Design Officer Salary in Davao, Philippines

Davao City offers a median mid‑level Chief Design Officer salary of about ₱900,000 per year. Companies in the region value design leadership. Living costs are modest.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

₱450,000 to ₱700,000

Average (per year)

₱575,000

Assist senior designers in developing visual concepts, preparing presentations, and coordinating design assets.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

₱750,000 to ₱1,050,000

Average (per year)

₱900,000

Marketing campaigns and digital assets are often handled by mid-level candidates managing design teams for regional entel assets.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

₱1,100,000 to ₱1,400,000

Average (per year)

₱1,250,000

Strategic projects for larger companies or provincial government initiatives are usually led by senior leaders.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

₱1,450,000+

Principal or Lead Chief Design Officers are rare and may consult for multiple organizations or direct creative strategy for top employers in the region.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

₱350 - ₱500

per hour

Mid-level

₱550 - ₱900

per hour

Senior

₱900 - ₱1300

per hour

Nationally, the median salary for this role is near ₱1.The figure is about 2 million, making Davao's amount roughly 25 percent lower.