Design Director Salary in Rome, Lazio

Rome is Italy's largest city. Salary averages in Rome vary. Local costs, especially housing and transportation, affect design director wages.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€36,000 to €48,000

Average (per year)

€42,000

Assist senior designers, develop visual concepts, and coordinate project assets under direction.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€48,000 to €65,000

Average (per year)

€56,500

Oversee design projects, mentor junior designers, and align visual direction.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€65,000 to €83,000

Average (per year)

€73,500

Leads creative vision, mentors designers, and oversees brand projects from concept to delivery.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€83,000+

Principal and lead directors earn salaries that reflect their experience and responsibilities.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

€22 - €38

per hour

Mid-level

€38 - €55

per hour

Senior

€55 - €90

per hour