Creative Director Salary in Lackawanna County

Lackawanna County includes Scranton. Creative Directors work locally. Salaries vary within the region.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$45,000 to $60,000

Average (per year)

$52,500

Entry-level Creative Directors in Lackawanna County join regional ad agencies, healthcare, or education organizations.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$60,000 to $77,000

Average (per year)

$68,500

Mid-level professionals lead creative teams serving local media, higher education, or healthcare marketing.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$77,000 to $98,000

Average (per year)

$87,500

Senior Creative Directors lead branding and digital strategy.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$98,000+

Principal roles oversee creative direction for health systems, universities, or agencies.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

$23 - $34

per hour

Mid-level

$34 - $50

per hour

Senior

$50 - $73

per hour