Design Director Salary in Liguria, Italy

Liguria pays Design Directors around €41,250 annually. Mid-level professionals work in the region's maritime design sector and with international branding agencies. Overall, the figure is included in the analysis.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€30,000 to €37,000

Average (per year)

€33,500

Positions at this stage are associated with Genoa's maritime and logistics sectors.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€38,000 to €44,500

Average (per year)

€41,250

Mid-level roles are found alongside engineering firms and design studios..

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€45,000 to €56,000

Average (per year)

€50,500

Senior directors oversee major projects in Genoa.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€57,000+

Principal-level leaders work in international firms or large enterprises in Genoa.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

€18 - €26

per hour

Mid-level

€27 - €36

per hour

Senior

€37 - €45

per hour

Nationally, Design Directors average about €45,000, placing Liguria slightly below the country's mean. Reduced housing costs can affect the salary gap for professionals.