Design Director Salary in Northern, Zambia
Northern Zambia offers a median Design Director salary of ZK97,000 per year. Local firms are mentioned.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
ZK53,000 to ZK80,000
Average (per year)
ZK67,000
Graduates in Design Director roles in Kasama work for government or local media outlets.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
ZK80,000 to ZK120,000
Average (per year)
ZK97,000
After several years, professionals sometimes move to NGOs or regional businesses.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
ZK120,000 to ZK160,000
Average (per year)
ZK135,000
Senior Design Directors advise on public projects or lead design for provincial advertising campaigns.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
ZK160,000+
Principal-level professionals work as consultants or lead creative departments for regional employers.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
ZK75 - ZK110
per hour
Mid-level
ZK110 - ZK170
per hour
Senior
ZK170 - ZK240
per hour
Compared with the national median of ZK115,000, Northern salaries sit about fifteen percent lower. Housing costs vary compared to Lusaka.