Head of Design Salary in Alberta, Canada
In Alberta, a Head of Design earns a median of C$105,000 per year. Multiple sectors influence the market.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
C$81,000 to C$99,000
Average (per year)
C$90,000
Entry roles go to designers who come from agency or startup backgrounds.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
C$99,100 to C$112,000
Average (per year)
C$105,000
Mid-level professionals work for major energy firms or tech companies in Calgary.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
C$113,000 to C$128,000
Average (per year)
C$121,000
At established corporate employers, Senior Heads of Design manage large teams and projects.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
C$129,000+
Principal roles include executive-level responsibilities.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
C$40 - C$52
per hour
Mid-level
C$53 - C$66
per hour
Senior
C$67 - C$80
per hour
Across Canada, senior design heads earn around C$115,000. Alberta's median is below that figure.