Creative Director Salary in Hangzhou, Zhejiang

Hangzhou has a strong tech industry, with major employers like Alibaba and NetEase. Competition for talent influences salaries. The city has a creative community.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥140,000 to ¥200,000

Average (per year)

¥165,000

Entry-level creative directors in Hangzhou work for digital agencies, gaming companies, or new media startups.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥200,000 to ¥300,000

Average (per year)

¥250,000

Mid-level roles require experience with e-commerce, especially for platforms and tech-driven brands.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥300,000 to ¥420,000

Average (per year)

¥350,000

Senior creative directors lead teams at major firms like Alibaba, ByteDance, or large creative studios.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

¥420,000+

Principal creative directors oversee brand strategy for tech giants or advertising agencies.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

¥110 - ¥200

per hour

Mid-level

¥200 - ¥350

per hour

Senior

¥350 - ¥600

per hour