Creative Director Salary in Palo Alto, Pennsylvania

Palo Alto is mentioned. Creative Director salaries vary by region and employer type.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$54,000 to $70,000

Average (per year)

$63,000

Entry-level directors find work with small agencies or local media.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$70,000 to $90,000

Average (per year)

$80,000

Directors with three to five years of experience manage projects.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$90,000 to $115,000

Average (per year)

$102,000

Senior Creative Directors lead campaigns.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$115,000+

Principal directors earn higher salaries.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

$32 - $51

per hour

Mid-level

$51 - $70

per hour

Senior

$70 - $97

per hour