Creative Director Salary in Hampden County, Massachusetts
Hampden County includes Springfield and several midsize cities. Creative hiring occurs locally. Salary information is provided for the area.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$62,000 to $79,000
Average (per year)
$71,000
At the entry level, professionals work at regional media outlets or small agencies, handling design tasks directly.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$79,000 to $98,000
Average (per year)
$87,000
Mid-level staff lead campaigns for healthcare, education, or manufacturing.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$98,000 to $123,000
Average (per year)
$109,000
Senior creative directors find positions with larger employers, including health systems and universities.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$123,000+
Principal directors guide creative work for major local institutions or lead agency teams on statewide projects.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$34 - $46
per hour
Mid-level
$47 - $62
per hour
Senior
$63 - $83
per hour