Creative Director Salary in Beirut, Lebanon
Beirut's creative sector pays mid‑level directors about 360 million LBP. Salaries in advertising and fashion span a wide range. Living costs, especially housing and imported goods, temper disposable income despite the strong pay.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
ل.ل192,000,000 to ل.ل300,000,000
Average (per year)
ل.ل246,000,000
In Beirut, entry-level directors start at local marketing agencies or media production companies, where salaries are influenced by currency volatility and inflation.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
ل.ل300,000,000 to ل.ل420,000,000
Average (per year)
ل.ل360,000,000
At the mid-level, creative directors manage campaigns for telecom, FMCG, and international NGOs.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
ل.ل420,000,000 to ل.ل600,000,000
Average (per year)
ل.ل510,000,000
Senior creative directors at large media groups or agencies earn higher pay, especially if they bill in USD or serve GCC-region clients.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
ل.ل600,000,000+
Principals own agencies or consult for multinational firms.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
ل.ل90000 - ل.ل140000
per hour
Mid-level
ل.ل140000 - ل.ل210000
per hour
Senior
ل.ل210000 - ل.ل400000
per hour
Beirut's median salary is about 40 percent higher than the national average.