Design Director Salary in County Monaghan, Ulster
County Monaghan includes a design sector. Director salaries reflect local market conditions. Remote work and contracts with Dublin-based firms can push rates higher.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
€40,000 to €52,000
Average (per year)
€46,000
Entry-level directors work in small creative agencies or support local manufacturing design needs.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
€52,000 to €63,000
Average (per year)
€57,000
Mid-level salaries suit those moving into larger regional firms or working with brands.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
€63,000 to €75,000
Average (per year)
€69,000
Senior directors lead design across several business units or manage client portfolios for agencies.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
€75,000+
Principal-level professionals negotiate their own terms with larger local employers or remote clients.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
€22 - €30
per hour
Mid-level
€30 - €40
per hour
Senior
€40 - €54
per hour