Design Director Salary in South Aegean, Greece
South Aegean offers a median Design Director salary of €32,000 per year. Local firms in tourism, maritime services, and renewable projects determine salaries.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
€23,000 to €28,500
Average (per year)
€25,750
Design Directors starting out on Ródos join hotels, travel firms, or local agencies. The salaries are compared to the national average for entry roles.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
€28,500 to €35,500
Average (per year)
€32,000
Mid-level Directors often earn higher salaries.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
€35,500 to €44,000
Average (per year)
€39,750
Leads creative vision, mentors designers, oversees project execution, and aligns brand strategy.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
€44,000+
Principal Design Directors with extensive experience can earn higher salaries.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
€14 - €21
per hour
Mid-level
€22 - €32
per hour
Senior
€33 - €44
per hour
Compared with the Greek national median for Design Directors, the South Aegean figure sits about €10,000 lower. National averages reflect higher urban costs in Athens and Thessaloniki, which raise salaries.