Creative Director Salary in North Yorkshire, United Kingdom

North Yorkshire offers a median Creative Director salary of £39,500 per year. The figure is agencies and heritage brands located in the county. Living costs are considered in the analysis.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

£28,000 to £35,000

Average (per year)

£31,500

Fresh graduates and new creative directors find jobs at local agencies or events companies.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

£36,000 to £43,000

Average (per year)

£39,500

Mid-level directors work with spa and hospitality brands.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

£44,000 to £54,000

Average (per year)

£48,000

Senior creative directors manage campaigns for clients and national events.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

£55,000+

Principal directors oversee creative strategy for large agencies or consult for high-profile brands.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

£19 - £27

per hour

Mid-level

£28 - £38

per hour

Senior

£39 - £55

per hour

Nationally, Creative Directors earn around £45,000, so North Yorkshire sits slightly below the UK median. Lower housing costs are noted in the comparison.