Design Director Salary in Yangon, Myanmar
Yangon's design sector rewards senior leaders with a median of Ks10,300,000 per year. Living expenses are a consideration.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
Ks5,650,000 to Ks8,250,000
Average (per year)
Ks7,100,000
Entry-level directors work with local apparel brands or small tech startups.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
Ks8,300,000 to Ks12,500,000
Average (per year)
Ks10,300,000
In mid-level positions, professionals oversee teams at larger agencies and foreign joint ventures.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
Ks12,550,000 to Ks17,650,000
Average (per year)
Ks14,900,000
Senior directors are responsible for design at multinational companies and major telecom firms.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
Ks17,700,000+
Principal directors develop creative strategies for international corporations and real estate developers.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
Ks5200 - Ks8250
per hour
Mid-level
Ks8500 - Ks12900
per hour
Senior
Ks13000 - Ks18000
per hour
Yangon's median salary is compared with the Myanmar national average.