Design Director Salary in Novo Hamburgo, Rio Grande do Sul

Novo Hamburgo has a footwear industry and growing tech firms that influence local salaries. Design Directors often work with large employers or agencies serving national brands. Salary ranges in the area are broad.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

R$60,000 to R$85,000

Average (per year)

R$72,500

Entry hires have experience with footwear brands or digital agencies.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

R$85,000 to R$125,000

Average (per year)

R$105,000

Mid-level directors take on responsibility for managing creative teams in large companies or established agencies.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

R$125,000 to R$175,000

Average (per year)

R$150,000

Senior positions lead major product campaigns and influence design strategies for national brands.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

R$175,000+

Principal roles oversee design for the largest footwear or tech employers.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

R$70 - R$105

per hour

Mid-level

R$105 - R$155

per hour

Senior

R$155 - R$220

per hour