Design Director Salary in Minato-ku, Tokyo

Minato-ku has businesses in finance and technology. Design Directors negotiate salaries. Minato-ku includes apartments and office space.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥7,000,000 to ¥8,800,000

Average (per year)

¥7,900,000

In Minato-ku, early-career directors work with global clients or large Japanese conglomerates, which can result in higher starting salaries.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥9,000,000 to ¥12,000,000

Average (per year)

¥10,500,000

Mid-level professionals in international advertising agencies and tech firms receive compensation.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥12,000,000 to ¥16,000,000

Average (per year)

¥14,000,000

Senior directors in Minato-ku oversee projects in finance, media, and technology, earning competitive salaries.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

¥16,000,000+

Principal or Lead Design Directors with international portfolios or leadership roles at firms receive compensation.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

¥4300 - ¥6000

per hour

Mid-level

¥6000 - ¥9000

per hour

Senior

¥9000 - ¥12000

per hour