Creative Director Salary in Donaustadt, Vienna

Creative Directors are employed. Creative Directors are employed across sectors. Vienna's cost of living influences salary levels.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€34,000 to €42,000

Average (per year)

€38,000

Assist senior directors in developing visual concepts, coordinating assets, and supporting campaign execution.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€43,000 to €54,000

Average (per year)

€48,500

They oversee campaign concepts, mentor junior designers, and maintain brand consistency across projects.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€55,000 to €72,000

Average (per year)

€63,500

Senior creatives manage teams serving international brands or major Austrian companies.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€73,000+

At agencies, principal-level directors shape the creative vision, and their compensation depends on employer and project scope.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

€22 - €32

per hour

Mid-level

€33 - €45

per hour

Senior

€46 - €65

per hour