Creative Director Salary in Middlesex County, Massachusetts
Middlesex County includes Cambridge and several suburbs. The area includes universities and employers. Compensation in the area varies.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$73,000 to $90,000
Average (per year)
$80,000
At the start, creative directors join digital agencies or biotech companies.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$91,000 to $124,000
Average (per year)
$105,000
After a few years, salaries increase, and professionals work in Cambridge or Waltham, where tech and pharma firms are located.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$125,000 to $150,000
Average (per year)
$135,000
Leads brand vision, oversees design teams, and directs multi‑channel campaigns from concept to launch.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$151,000+
Sets brand vision, manages multidisciplinary teams, and implements strategic creative initiatives across the company.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$39 - $60
per hour
Mid-level
$61 - $88
per hour
Senior
$89 - $130
per hour