Design Director Salary in Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil
Natal is the capital of Rio Grande do Norte. Housing costs vary across regions of Brazil.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
R$37,500 to R$53,000
Average (per year)
R$46,000
Entry-level Design Directors in Açu work with smaller firms and local agencies, often overseeing compact creative teams.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
R$53,000 to R$67,000
Average (per year)
R$61,000
Mid-level professionals manage full project cycles for construction, agriculture, or retail clients.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
R$68,000 to R$83,500
Average (per year)
R$76,000
Senior Design Directors handle strategic decisions for larger businesses or regional government projects.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
R$84,500+
At the principal level, individuals consult for municipal initiatives or manage multi-city design portfolios.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
R$44 - R$69
per hour
Mid-level
R$69 - R$99
per hour
Senior
R$99 - R$138
per hour
Compared with the national median of roughly R$80,000, Rio Grande do Norte pays about 24% less.