Design Director Salary in Kure, Hiroshima

Kure has a strong shipbuilding industry. Design Directors work in Kure. Salaries in Kure reflect local housing and living costs.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥4,200,000 to ¥5,300,000

Average (per year)

¥4,750,000

Entry-level Design Directors work in Kure.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥5,400,000 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)

¥7,200,000 to ¥9,500,000

Average (per year)

¥8,300,000

Leads creative vision, mentors designers, and oversees project execution across multiple platforms.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

¥9,600,000+

Principal and Lead positions.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

¥2500 - ¥3500

per hour

Mid-level

¥3600 - ¥4700

per hour

Senior

¥4800 - ¥6500

per hour