Creative Director Salary in Lake Elsinore, California

Lake Elsinore is a city. Creative director salaries are influenced by local market conditions.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$65,000 to $81,000

Average (per year)

$72,000

Early-career directors work with local businesses, small design shops, or event marketing firms.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$83,000 to $99,000

Average (per year)

$91,000

Mid-level positions require a background in regional retail campaigns or agency work for the construction and recreation industries.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$101,000 to $123,000

Average (per year)

$112,000

Senior creative directors are responsible for branding local franchises as well as manufacturing and real estate development.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$126,000+

Principal-level leaders manage creative for expanding businesses or regional agencies with multi-city presence.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

$35 - $44

per hour

Mid-level

$46 - $61

per hour

Senior

$63 - $80

per hour