Design Director Salary in Arapahoe County
Arapahoe County borders Denver. Design director salaries vary by location. Local firms seek talent in the area.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
$90,000 to $106,000
Average (per year)
$99,000
At the entry level, directors work alongside larger teams in Denver-area agencies or corporate offices.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
$107,000 to $134,000
Average (per year)
$119,000
Mid-level directors handle project management and creative for financial services or retail headquarters.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
$135,000 to $165,000
Average (per year)
$147,000
Senior directors lead design strategy for tech startups and large corporations with regional headquarters.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
$167,000+
Principal directors guide creative vision for major employers with national reach in the Denver metro.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
$56 - $77
per hour
Mid-level
$78 - $115
per hour
Senior
$116 - $152
per hour