Design Director Salary in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France
In Lyon, design directors earn a median of €55,500 per year. Companies are hiring.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
€42,000 to €51,000
Average (per year)
€46,000
Graduates and junior managers work in smaller agencies or local manufacturers.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
€51,000 to €60,000
Average (per year)
€55,500
More experienced directors manage design teams in regional firms or public institutions.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
€61,000 to €69,000
Average (per year)
€65,500
Senior directors lead design strategy for larger agricultural or manufacturing companies.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
€70,000+
Principal directors influence branding and creative direction across multiple organizations.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
€30 - €40
per hour
Mid-level
€40 - €55
per hour
Senior
€55 - €75
per hour
Nationally, design directors average around €48,000, so Lyon sits above the norm. Wages are higher in the region.