Design Director Salary in Brown County

Major employers such as Bellin Health and Schneider National are among the companies hiring design leaders in Brown County. Design Directors here work with both established firms and new digital-first businesses. Compensation varies with local market conditions.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

$80,000 to $95,000

Average (per year)

$87,500

Entry-level Design Directors in Brown County work with local manufacturing and healthcare companies.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

$95,000 to $115,000

Average (per year)

$105,000

Mid-level professionals handle projects for regional employers in logistics, retail, and insurance.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

$115,000 to $140,000

Average (per year)

$127,500

Senior Design Directors lead teams for larger Green Bay-based corporations.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

$140,000+

Leads strategic design vision, oversees multiple teams, and drives brand innovation across projects.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

$38 - $52

per hour

Mid-level

$52 - $67

per hour

Senior

$67 - $85

per hour