Design Director Salary in Jiaozhou

Jiaozhou is near Qingdao and includes manufacturing and logistics sectors. Employers seek experienced talent. Tech‑adjacent and export‑focused companies are present in the region.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥140,000 to ¥210,000

Average (per year)

¥170,000

Entry‑level Design Directors are employed by companies in logistics, manufacturing, or tech‑adjacent fields.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥210,000 to ¥310,000

Average (per year)

¥260,000

Mid-level directors manage teams for firms.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥310,000 to ¥400,000

Average (per year)

¥350,000

Senior directors work at large manufacturers or logistics companies.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

¥400,000+

Principal‑level leaders oversee design operations in major firms.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

¥100 - ¥170

per hour

Mid-level

¥170 - ¥260

per hour

Senior

¥260 - ¥340

per hour