Design Director Salary in Schweinfurt, Bavaria
Schweinfurt includes manufacturing businesses, such as automotive suppliers. Design Director salaries in the region are listed in the salary data. Industrial design professionals work in the area.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
€53,000 to €61,000
Average (per year)
€57,000
Assist senior designers, develop visual concepts, and support project coordination under guidance.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
€61,000 to €74,000
Average (per year)
€67,500
Mid-level professionals support larger employers in the automotive supply sector, and their compensation grows.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
€74,000 to €88,000
Average (per year)
€81,000
Sets creative direction, mentors designers, and oversees brand‑consistent project execution across teams.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
€88,000+
Shapes strategic design vision, supports senior teams, and leads cross‑functional innovation initiatives.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
€36 - €45
per hour
Mid-level
€45 - €57
per hour
Senior
€57 - €72
per hour