Creative Director Salary in Otago, New Zealand
Salaries in Otago's creative sector depend on experience. Many firms add performance bonuses.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
NZ$67,000 to NZ$85,000
Average (per year)
NZ$76,000
Graduates start with local design firms or Otago-based publishers.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
NZ$86,000 to NZ$107,000
Average (per year)
NZ$97,000
Directors with a few years' experience contribute to campaigns for technology startups or university projects.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
NZ$108,000 to NZ$132,000
Average (per year)
NZ$120,000
Senior-level directors work with research institutes, large NGOs, or government clients.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
NZ$133,000+
Principal directors lead major creative initiatives or run their own firms.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
NZ$42 - NZ$65
per hour
Mid-level
NZ$66 - NZ$95
per hour
Senior
NZ$96 - NZ$150
per hour
Salary levels for creative directors differ across the country.