Design Manager Salary in Xiangqiao, Guangdong

Xiangqiao is a locality. Employers in these fields value design managers for packaging and branding work. Housing costs can affect salary expectations.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥78,000 to ¥115,000

Average (per year)

¥97,000

Entry-level managers play a key role in packaging and product design for local retail brands.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥115,000 to ¥160,000

Average (per year)

¥137,000

Supervising small teams and managing design projects for expanding businesses are typical duties of mid-level positions.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥160,000 to ¥210,000

Average (per year)

¥185,000

Optimizing design workflows and partnering with local manufacturers are common responsibilities of senior managers.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

¥210,000+

Design departments are managed and creative direction is set for regional business groups by principal roles.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

¥38 - ¥65

per hour

Mid-level

¥65 - ¥105

per hour

Senior

¥105 - ¥125

per hour