Design Director Salary in Sahel, Burkina Faso

In Sahel, Burkina Faso, a Design Director typically earns Fr4,750,000 XOF per year. The salary is set for the region.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

Fr2,850,000 to Fr4,050,000

Average (per year)

Fr3,450,000

Design Directors new to the field work in small agencies or NGOs. Design activity.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

Fr4,050,000 to Fr5,450,000

Average (per year)

Fr4,750,000

Oversees project design teams, ensures brand consistency, and coordinates client presentations.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

Fr5,450,000 to Fr7,150,000

Average (per year)

Fr6,275,000

Wages differ by seniority and by the type of employing organization.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

Fr7,150,000+

Top earners lead initiatives or work on donor‑funded projects.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

Fr1500 - Fr2550

per hour

Mid-level

Fr2600 - Fr3550

per hour

Senior

Fr3550 - Fr4900

per hour

Compared with Burkina Faso's overall median, Sahel's Design Director pay sits roughly 12% higher.