Design Manager Salary in Beşiktaş, İstanbul

Beşiktaş is a district in Istanbul. High rents and a steady flow of tech and design jobs affect salaries in the area. Design managers in the area work for companies with regional offices.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

₺330,000 to ₺410,000

Average (per year)

₺370,000

Graduates working at creative agencies or tech startups in Beşiktaş earn sector-typical salaries.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

₺420,000 to ₺570,000

Average (per year)

₺490,000

Managers with several years of experience work for media companies, global firms, or large Turkish enterprises headquartered nearby.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

₺580,000 to ₺780,000

Average (per year)

₺660,000

Senior professionals lead multidisciplinary teams and oversee projects for international clients or major local brands.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

₺800,000+

Those in top leadership or principal roles negotiate compensation packages, particularly at multinational firms or agencies.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

₺250 - ₺350

per hour

Mid-level

₺360 - ₺500

per hour

Senior

₺510 - ₺750

per hour