Creative Director Salary in Kabul, Afghanistan

Kabul's creative sector pays a median of ؋510,000 annually for mid‑level Creative Directors. Hiring involves local agencies. The figure reflects market demand.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

؋320,000 to ؋430,000

Average (per year)

؋375,000

Assist senior directors in developing visual concepts, coordinating design teams, and preparing presentation materials.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

؋430,000 to ؋600,000

Average (per year)

؋510,000

At the mid-level, directors lead creative teams for large broadcasters, tech companies, or multinational NGOs.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

؋600,000 to ؋800,000

Average (per year)

؋700,000

Senior creative directors lead campaigns and oversee departments for employers in Kabul.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

؋800,000+

Leads brand vision, oversees multidisciplinary teams, and drives strategic creative initiatives across campaigns.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

؋300 - ؋600

per hour

Mid-level

؋600 - ؋1000

per hour

Senior

؋1000 - ؋1500

per hour

The median in Kabul exceeds the national average by roughly 20 percent.