Design Director Salary in Rio de Mouro, Lisbon
Rio de Mouro lies west of Lisbon. Design salaries reflect local market conditions. Living costs in the area differ from those in Lisbon.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
€26,000 to €34,000
Average (per year)
€30,000
Graduates start at smaller agencies or local design shops, with pay reflecting the lower cost base outside central Lisbon.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
€34,000 to €44,000
Average (per year)
€39,000
As experience grows, designers shift to larger employers or hybrid roles, earning more.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
€44,000 to €57,000
Average (per year)
€50,500
Senior directors here report to Lisbon headquarters, with salaries reflecting regional factors.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
€57,000+
Principal-level positions occur in international firms or regional creative agencies.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
€18 - €28
per hour
Mid-level
€28 - €40
per hour
Senior
€40 - €58
per hour