Design Director Salary in Ŭiju, North Pyongan

Ŭiju has a modest design sector. Salaries remain steady.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

₩430,000 to ₩620,000

Average (per year)

₩525,000

Young directors work for district schools or small printing divisions.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

₩620,000 to ₩900,000

Average (per year)

₩760,000

Directors join larger state collectives or manage propaganda materials.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

₩900,000 to ₩1,240,000

Average (per year)

₩1,070,000

Senior directors oversee creative projects for district offices, handling multiple teams.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

₩1,240,000+

At the principal level, roles are limited to top local government or media bureaus.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

₩205 - ₩320

per hour

Mid-level

₩320 - ₩450

per hour

Senior

₩450 - ₩620

per hour