Creative Director Salary in South Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

South Gloucestershire offers a median Creative Director salary of £41,000 per year. Local agencies and aerospace firms operate in the region. Cost of living is compared with nearby Bristol.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

£31,000 to £35,000

Average (per year)

£33,250

New directors work for marketing agencies or tech companies, earning above the UK average due to Bristol's proximity.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

£35,000 to £46,000

Average (per year)

£41,000

Mid-level Creative Directors work across various industries.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

£46,000 to £60,000

Average (per year)

£54,000

Established professionals lead multidisciplinary teams for national campaigns or tech product launches.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

£60,000+

Leads brand vision, oversees multidisciplinary teams, and drives strategic creative direction across campaigns.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

£22 - £30

per hour

Mid-level

£30 - £42

per hour

Senior

£42 - £60

per hour

Nationally, Creative Directors average around £48,000, placing South Gloucestershire slightly below the UK mean.