Design Director Salary in Dakar Department, Dakar

Dakar Department hosts many tech startups and creative agencies. Salaries are influenced by demand from international NGOs and telecom firms. Rents and imported goods drive living costs, which shapes compensation.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

Fr650,000 to Fr950,000

Average (per year)

Fr800,000

Graduates starting in creative agencies or global NGOs earn between XOF 650,000 and XOF 950,000 monthly.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

Fr950,000 to Fr1,450,000

Average (per year)

Fr1,200,000

Design directors with digital sector experience or who work on multinational projects may have higher salaries as responlity.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

Fr1,450,000 to Fr2,100,000

Average (per year)

Fr1,750,000

Senior professionals in large agencies or international businesses may receive higher compensation, especially when theyos.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

Fr2,100,000+

Leads strategic design vision, mentors senior teams, and drives brand innovation across projects.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

Fr6000 - Fr9000

per hour

Mid-level

Fr9000 - Fr14500

per hour

Senior

Fr14500 - Fr22000

per hour