Creative Director Salary in Tarrant County
Tarrant County includes Fort Worth. Salaries for creative directors depend on experience and employer.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$60,000 to $78,000
Average (per year)
$69,000
Entry-level directors' starting salaries depend on employer and market conditions.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$78,000 to $97,000
Average (per year)
$87,000
Mid-level directors work with tech startups, healthcare networks, or Fortune 500 companies.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$97,000 to $128,000
Average (per year)
$112,000
Senior roles are found at regional headquarters and creative agencies serving national clients.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$128,000+
Principal directors oversee creative strategy for large corporations or manage multi-state teams.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$33 - $48
per hour
Mid-level
$48 - $70
per hour
Senior
$70 - $105
per hour