Creative Director Salary in Orange, New Jersey

Orange has a creative job market. Salaries reflect local living expenses and company sizes.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$65,500 to $87,000

Average (per year)

$75,000

Entry-level Creative Directors in Orange start in small design studios or community media outlets.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$87,000 to $115,000

Average (per year)

$99,000

Mid-level employees work on projects.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$115,000 to $137,000

Average (per year)

$125,000

Senior Creative Directors oversee branding.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$137,000+

Principal roles in Orange include director positions.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

$40 - $57

per hour

Mid-level

$57 - $80

per hour

Senior

$80 - $120

per hour