Design Director Salary in Amadora, Guarda

Amadora sits near Lisbon. Design directors in the area work with tech and media companies. Cost of living in Amadora differs from other regions.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€26,000 to €32,000

Average (per year)

€29,000

First-time design directors join media companies or Lisbon-based consultancies with satellite offices.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€32,000 to €39,000

Average (per year)

€36,000

This tier includes directors working with established tech firms and multinational organizations operating in the capital region.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€39,000 to €48,000

Average (per year)

€43,500

Senior directors in Amadora lead teams at large digital agencies or corporate headquarters near Lisbon.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€48,000+

Principal-level directors oversee creative operations for large brands.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

€21 - €29

per hour

Mid-level

€29 - €41

per hour

Senior

€41 - €62

per hour