Design Director Salary in Meilan, Hainan

Meilan is Haikou's administrative center. Design Directors in Meilan work for various employers in the district.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥120,000 to ¥178,000

Average (per year)

¥149,000

Entry-level Design Directors in Meilan join hospitality firms, event agencies, or media companies.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥178,000 to ¥235,000

Average (per year)

¥206,000

Those with several years' experience work with regional brands.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥235,000 to ¥300,000

Average (per year)

¥267,000

Senior Design Directors in Meilan lead creative departments.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

¥300,000+

Leads strategic design vision, mentors senior teams, and drives cross‑functional innovation initiatives.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

¥68 - ¥100

per hour

Mid-level

¥100 - ¥145

per hour

Senior

¥145 - ¥200

per hour