Design Manager Salary in Cagliari, Sardinia

Cagliari is Sardinia's largest city and a center for regional government, hospitality, and logistics. Design managers here work for tourism operators, public agencies, and emerging software firms. Salaries reflect local market conditions.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€26,000 to €32,000

Average (per year)

€29,000

Graduates join agencies, public-sector groups, or hospitality companies working in digital and physical design.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€32,000 to €39,000

Average (per year)

€35,500

Design managers with experience in tourism or retail work in sectors that value branding.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€39,000 to €47,000

Average (per year)

€43,000

Senior professionals lead multidisciplinary teams in established agencies or growing tech startups.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€47,000+

Principal-level managers oversee design strategy at major employers.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

€18 - €23

per hour

Mid-level

€23 - €32

per hour

Senior

€32 - €41

per hour