Design Director Salary in Politischer Bezirk Urfahr-Umgebung, Upper Austria

Urfahr-Umgebung sits just outside Linz, Austria's third-largest city. Design directors in the area earn salaries that reflect local market conditions. Salaries in the region are influenced by various factors.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€52,000 to €61,000

Average (per year)

€56,500

Entry directors find roles in agencies that serve Linz or work with local companies.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€61,000 to €71,000

Average (per year)

€66,000

Mid-level positions work with IT, media, and science parks near Linz.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€71,000 to €85,000

Average (per year)

€78,000

Senior directors lead creative strategy for major agencies.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€85,000+

Principal directors oversee design or serve as consultants to the Linz metropolitan area.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

€31 - €44

per hour

Mid-level

€44 - €58

per hour

Senior

€58 - €75

per hour