Design Director Salary in Northern Territory, Australia
Darwin's median Design Director salary is A$113,000. The figure reflects high housing costs in the capital.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
A$87,000 to A$104,000
Average (per year)
A$95,000
Entry-level Design Directors may work with contractors or tourism businesses.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
A$105,000 to A$122,000
Average (per year)
A$113,000
Mid-level specialists manage small design teams for local agencies.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
A$123,000 to A$138,000
Average (per year)
A$129,000
Senior Design Directors oversee creative projects and lead regional offices.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
A$139,000+
Principal Design Directors take on executive roles and direct strategic development.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
A$43 - A$59
per hour
Mid-level
A$60 - A$76
per hour
Senior
A$77 - A$97
per hour
National averages sit near A$100,000. Thus Darwin's pay exceeds the broader Australian benchmark by roughly twelve percent.