Design Director Salary in Yangsan, South Gyeongsang

Yangsan is located near Busan and Ulsan. Salaries here reflect a cost of living below Seoul, yet benefit from access to major industrial employers.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

₩41,000,000 to ₩54,000,000

Average (per year)

₩47,500,000

Entry-level directors are employed by local manufacturing and technology companies.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

₩54,000,000 to ₩67,000,000

Average (per year)

₩60,000,000

Mid-level professionals work in firms linked to Ulsan's industrial sector or regional design agencies.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

₩67,000,000 to ₩82,000,000

Average (per year)

₩75,000,000

Senior directors oversee teams for export-oriented factories or collaborate with national brands.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

₩82,000,000+

Principal positions are found in large industrial conglomerates and regional design offices.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

₩23000 - ₩32000

per hour

Mid-level

₩32000 - ₩40000

per hour

Senior

₩40000 - ₩50000

per hour