Design Director Salary in Messina, Sicily
Messina is shaped by its port and tourism sectors. Salaries for Design Directors reflect the local cost of living. The area includes design studios and architecture firms.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
€26,000 to €32,000
Average (per year)
€29,000
Entry-level Design Directors earn lower salaries due to limited management experience and smaller agency budgets.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
€32,000 to €41,000
Average (per year)
€36,500
They oversee design projects and provide guidance.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
€41,000 to €47,000
Average (per year)
€44,000
Senior Design Directors earn salaries at multinational consultancies and large construction companies in the region.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
€47,000+
Principal-level salaries rise with portfolio size and international client work.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
€20 - €28
per hour
Mid-level
€28 - €37
per hour
Senior
€37 - €46
per hour