Creative Director Salary in DeSoto County

DeSoto County sits just south of Memphis and includes healthcare, warehousing, and retail sectors. Creative Directors in the area earn salaries.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$51,000 to $62,000

Average (per year)

$56,500

Entry-level Creative Directors in DeSoto County work for local agencies or regional businesses in healthcare and logistics.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$63,000 to $81,000

Average (per year)

$72,000

Mid-level roles exist at larger Memphis-area employers with marketing teams.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$82,000 to $98,000

Average (per year)

$90,000

Senior Creative Directors work on campaigns for companies in distribution, retail, and finance.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$99,000+

Principal-level salaries are paid to directors managing creative for regional or multi-state organizations.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

$27 - $38

per hour

Mid-level

$39 - $52

per hour

Senior

$53 - $68

per hour