Creative Director Salary in South Korea
South Korea has active media hubs. Mid‑level directors earn around ₩44 million annually.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
₩30,000,000 to ₩38,000,000
Average (per year)
₩34,000,000
Early-career creative directors in Eisen work at local agencies or small media firms.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
₩38,000,000 to ₩50,000,000
Average (per year)
₩44,000,000
Mid-level roles require experience with regional manufacturing or education sector clients.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
₩50,000,000 to ₩63,000,000
Average (per year)
₩56,500,000
Senior creative directors manage larger projects for established local businesses.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
₩63,000,000+
Principal-level positions can be found at regional headquarters or government-funded initiatives.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
₩18000 - ₩25000
per hour
Mid-level
₩25000 - ₩35000
per hour
Senior
₩35000 - ₩47000
per hour
Market Overview
Seoul's advertising agencies and gaming studios are part of the market. Regional firms in Busan and Daegu add modest competition.