Design Director Salary in Matsubara, Ōsaka
Matsubara includes tech startups and established service firms. Salaries for design directors are lower than Osaka's urban core.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥5,100,000 to ¥6,500,000
Average (per year)
¥5,800,000
Entry-level hires may join digital agencies or support roles in service companies.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥6,800,000 to ¥8,800,000
Average (per year)
¥7,800,000
Mid-career directors may supervise creative teams in regional firms.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥9,300,000 to ¥11,500,000
Average (per year)
¥10,400,000
Senior professionals find opportunities with tech and retail companies.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
¥12,000,000+
Principal directors work in consulting or oversee design for large corporate clients.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
¥3400 - ¥4500
per hour
Mid-level
¥4800 - ¥6700
per hour
Senior
¥7100 - ¥9500
per hour