Design Director Salary in Kâğıthane, İstanbul

Kâğıthane includes logistics, construction, and technology firms. Salaries reflect living costs and proximity to central Istanbul. Employers range from regional media offices to national company headquarters.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

₺350,000 to ₺440,000

Average (per year)

₺395,000

Entry roles are common at regional media offices and logistics companies, where pay is modest but steady.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

₺440,000 to ₺570,000

Average (per year)

₺505,000

Mid-level directors in Kâğıthane shape projects for local tech startups and construction firms.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

₺570,000 to ₺720,000

Average (per year)

₺645,000

Senior positions exist in larger agencies or at the headquarters of national businesses, with compensation reflecting project scope.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

₺720,000+

Principal directors guide design strategy for construction, logistics, or media enterprises based in Kâğıthane.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

₺240 - ₺320

per hour

Mid-level

₺320 - ₺400

per hour

Senior

₺400 - ₺490

per hour