Head of Design Salary in Brazil
In Brazil, a Head of Design earns a median mid‑level salary of R$11,300 per year. São Paulo firms appear among the offers. Fintech, e‑commerce, and advertising companies list positions for leaders responsible for brand experiences across digital and physical channels.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
R$6,500 to R$9,400
Average (per year)
R$7,800
Entry-level Heads of Design are found in Delmiro Gouveia.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
R$9,500 to R$13,550
Average (per year)
R$11,300
Mid-level design professionals work in Delmiro Gouveia.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
R$13,750 to R$18,500
Average (per year)
R$15,900
Senior Heads of Design are employed in Delmiro Gouveia.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
R$18,500+
Principal-level roles require advanced experience and involve consulting for multiple organizations.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
R$42 - R$65
per hour
Mid-level
R$66 - R$100
per hour
Senior
R$100 - R$140
per hour
Market Overview
The local job market offers design executives compensation packages. Mid‑size agencies also offer compensation. Multinational corporations in Rio de Janeiro and Belo Horizonte include bonuses in total compensation.