Creative Director Salary in Oslo, Norway
Salaries in Oslo's creative sector vary. Mid‑level creative directors earn kr670,000 annually, reflecting demand from tech firms and design agencies.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
kr510,000 to kr600,000
Average (per year)
kr560,000
Starting salaries reflect the competitive job market in Oslo's media houses, design agencies, and tech startups.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
kr600,000 to kr740,000
Average (per year)
kr670,000
Mid-level professionals often join creative teams serving national brands, digital agencies, or international firms.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
kr740,000 to kr900,000
Average (per year)
kr820,000
Experienced directors frequently lead large-scale branding or digital projects for major employers.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
kr900,000+
Leads brand vision, mentors teams, and oversees multi‑channel campaigns across global markets.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
kr370 - kr500
per hour
Mid-level
kr500 - kr680
per hour
Senior
kr680 - kr880
per hour
Overall Oslo outpaces Norway's average by roughly twenty percent.