Chief Design Officer Salary in Chatham, Medway
Chatham draws on local creative talent. Salaries reflect lower living costs compared to London for experienced design officers.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
£47,000 to £63,000
Average (per year)
£54,500
Entry-level design leaders often move between local agencies and smaller tech startups.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
£64,000 to £83,000
Average (per year)
£73,500
Professionals at this stage usually handle cross-functional teams for Medway-based firms and regional offices.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
£84,000 to £97,000
Average (per year)
£90,500
Design direction for local manufacturing companies and digital services is overseen by senior leaders.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
£98,000+
At this level, top executives often work with major Medway institutions or manage design strategy at regional headquartes.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
£32 - £46
per hour
Mid-level
£47 - £62
per hour
Senior
£63 - £76
per hour