Creative Director Salary in Hillsborough County, Florida

Hillsborough County includes media, healthcare, and sports marketing sectors. Creative Directors in the area earn salaries that reflect the local market.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$57,000 to $69,000

Average (per year)

$63,000

Recent graduates or those transitioning from related roles join advertising firms, media companies, or corporate marketiarketing teams.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$70,000 to $90,000

Average (per year)

$80,000

With several years of experience, professionals oversee campaigns for regional brands and tech startups based in Tampa.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$91,000 to $125,000

Average (per year)

$108,000

Senior directors lead larger creative teams and manage high-profile accounts for healthcare, finance, or sports organizaganizations.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$126,000+

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

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

$28 - $36

per hour

Mid-level

$37 - $50

per hour

Senior

$51 - $70

per hour