Graphic Designer Salary in Hongkou, Shanghai

Hongkou hosts several universities and international companies. Designers here work for media and education organizations. Salaries in the district vary.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥85,000 to ¥125,000

Average (per year)

¥105,000

Fresh hires land roles in publishing houses, design studios, or university marketing teams.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥125,000 to ¥185,000

Average (per year)

¥150,000

Designers' career paths vary.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥185,000 to ¥250,000

Average (per year)

¥215,000

Senior designers supervise creative teams and consult on high-budget campaigns for tech companies.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

¥250,000+

Principal-level designers may work independently or with corporate clients.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

¥80 - ¥130

per hour

Mid-level

¥130 - ¥200

per hour

Senior

¥200 - ¥300

per hour