Design Director Salary in Hiroshima, Japan
Salary information for design firms in Hiroshima is available. The figure reflects demand for visual leadership in Hiroshima.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥4,150,000 to ¥5,400,000
Average (per year)
¥4,775,000
Entry-level Design Directors work in Kure.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥5,450,000 to ¥7,000,000
Average (per year)
¥6,200,000
Oversee design projects, mentor junior designers, and align visual strategy with client goals.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥7,100,000 to ¥8,700,000
Average (per year)
¥7,900,000
Leads creative vision, mentors designers, and oversees project execution across multiple platforms.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
¥8,750,000+
Principal and Lead positions.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
¥2450 - ¥3450
per hour
Mid-level
¥3500 - ¥4550
per hour
Senior
¥4600 - ¥6150
per hour
Nationally, design directors average around ¥7,500,000, so Hiroshima's median sits modestly below the countrywide figure.