Design Manager Salary in Pakistan
Design managers in Pakistan's tech hubs receive salary packages. Karachi firms are included in the analysis.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
₨570,000 to ₨800,000
Average (per year)
₨690,000
IT firms, media agencies, and government contractors employ entry-level design managers in Islamabad.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
₨800,001 to ₨1,200,000
Average (per year)
₨980,000
Mid-level design managers work in international tech companies and large local software houses.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
₨1,200,000 to ₨1,600,000
Average (per year)
₨1,400,000
Senior design managers work with multinational firms or manage teams in creative agencies.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
₨1,600,000+
Principal and lead managers work in export‑oriented IT and telecom organizations.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
₨350 - ₨600
per hour
Mid-level
₨600 - ₨900
per hour
Senior
₨950 - ₨1350
per hour
Market Overview
Design managers are employed in Islamabad and Karachi. Startups in Lahore employ design managers. Performance bonuses are sometimes included in compensation.