Design Manager Salary in Criciúma, Santa Catarina
Criciúma includes ceramics and textile industries and a number of mid-sized factories. Design managers here work with manufacturing firms and retail companies. Salaries differ from those in rural towns.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
R$4,500 to R$5,800
Average (per year)
R$5,200
Entry-level design managers work with ceramics, textiles, or regional retail chains.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
R$5,800 to R$7,600
Average (per year)
R$6,700
Mid-level positions require experience leading multi-functional design teams in manufacturing or services.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
R$7,600 to R$9,500
Average (per year)
R$8,600
Senior managers interact with executive leadership at larger industrial firms.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
R$9,500+
Principal-level leaders drive innovation and shape design direction across departments.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
R$31 - R$43
per hour
Mid-level
R$43 - R$55
per hour
Senior
R$55 - R$70
per hour